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Know the sudden symptoms of a stroke

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Anyone can have a stroke and everyone should be ready. Every year, more thanĀ 795,000 peopleĀ in the United States have a stroke.

Quick access to medical treatment makes a difference in full recovery and permanent disability.

Strokes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds and cause lasting brain damage in a matter of minutes to hours. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause of severe disability.Ā 

Knowing the signs of a stroke is crucial when you or someone else is having a stroke.Ā If you see someone's face drooping, one arm is weak, or they haveĀ slurred speech. Itā€™s important to call 911 immediately if you see those signs.Ā 

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