Strokes lead to many uncertainties, but you can count on the high quality of Alberta’s stroke programs. We work with community groups across the province to offer Albertans affected by stroke their best chance to return to everyday life.
We're here to help connect you with stroke services and community supports, as well as provide you with information about stroke.
Face: Is it drooping?
Arms: Can you raise both?
Speech: Is it slurred or jumbled?
Time: Call 9-1-1 immediately
FAST is a simple way to remember the main symptoms of stroke. Recognizing these symptoms helps you know when to call for medical help. If you have any of these symptoms, even if they go away quickly, call 911 or other emergency services right away.
FAST in other languages: French (Signes de l'AVC) | Mandarin (除了FAST，中风还有哪些征兆) | Punjabi (ਸਟ੍ਰੋਕ ਦੇ FAST ਸੰਕੇਤ ... ਹੋਰ ਸੰਕੇਤ ਕਿਹੜੇ ਹਨ?)
If you’ve had a stroke, your risk of another one is high. Treating the cause and making healthy lifestyle choices can help prevent it.
You can send your questions about stroke to strokecareab@ahs.ca, an email address monitored Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays). We’ll do our best to get back to you within two business days.
Please do not send personal or health information by email, as it is not secure.
For more information, email: strokecareab@ahs.ca
Visit: Stroke care in Alberta
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