Signos de Accidente Cerebrovascular

Studies show that while Hispanic adults currently have a similar rate of stroke as their non-Hispanic white counterparts, they are not as aware of the symptoms. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to encourage our community to learn the signs of stroke, as well as understand the risk factors for stroke, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity and diabetes. Cardiologist at MemorialCare Medical Group, Dr. Christina Rodriguez Ruiz, shares an acronym to help you remember the signs and symptoms of stroke.

B- Balance: Is there a sudden loss of balance or coordination?
E- Eyes: Are there sudden vision changes?
F- Face: Does one side of the face droop when the person smiles?
A-Arm: Or Leg Weakness: Does one arm/leg drift downward when raised?
S-Speech: Having difficulty understanding speech? Is speech slurred or strange?
T-Time: If you observe any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

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Los estudios muestran que, si bien los adultos hispanos actualmente tienen una tasa similar de accidente cerebrovascular que sus contrapartes blancas no hispanas, no son tan conscientes de los síntomas. En este Mes de la Herencia Hispana, queremos animar a nuestra comunidad a conocer los signos de un accidente cerebrovascular, así como a comprender los factores de riesgo de un accidente cerebrovascular, como la presión arterial alta, el colesterol alto, el tabaquismo, la obesidad y la diabetes. La cardióloga de MemorialCare Medical Group, la Dra. Christina Rodríguez Ruiz, comparte un acrónimo para ayudarle a recordar los signos y síntomas del accidente cerebrovascular.

R-Rostro caído
A-Alteración del equilibrio
P-Pérdida de la fuerza en el brazo o una pierna
I-Impedimento visual repentino
D-Dificultad para hablar
O-Obtén ayuda y llama al 911

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