Stroke is a time-sensitive condition, and early identification and treatment is important for better outcome. However, 80% of strokes are preventable with healthy living habits as well as lifestyle modifications.  

Adopting S.M.A.R.T. habits can make a meaningful difference in stroke prevention. If a stroke does occur, recognising the signs with the F.A.S.T method and taking action can save lives and reduce disability. The following table outlines the key S.M.A.R.T. steps for stroke prevention and the F.A.S.T. signs to recognise stroke:

Any one of the symptoms that comes suddenly can be a stroke. 

Face drooping: Is the face drooping on one side? 

Arm weakness: Can the person lift both arms? 

Speech difficulty: Does the speech sound slurred or strange? 

Time to call 995: The action of calling 995 for an ambulance immediately as fast recovery helps recovery. 

Think F.A.S.T. when it comes to stroke. 

Stroke Symptoms recognition: F.A.S.T. Jingle 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqbfXULSp7c 

Most strokes can be prevented. Stay a step ahead of stroke by S.M.A.R.T. living: 

Smoke-free life: Someone who smokes 20 cigarettes a day is 6 times more likely to have a stroke compared to a non-smoker so lead a smoke free life. 

Meals that are healthy: Reduce your salt and sugar intake and fill your plate with more veggies and wholegrains as healthy food choices reduce the risk of stroke.

Active lifestyle: 150-300 minutes of moderate aerobic physical activity per week to reduce your risk of stroke.

Regular health screening: To pick up silent condition that could lead to stroke, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. 

Take prescribed medications: Reduce the risk of stroke by taking prescribed medications to manage high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and atrial fibrillation effectively.

Stroke Prevention: Health Screening 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5XZbLqer10

Stroke Prevention: Healthy Choices

https://www,youtube.com/watch?v=Zsl3LQKiZsY

Stroke Resource tool kit

The stroke resource tool kit is part of outreach to promote public awareness on stroke. The toolkit includes downloadable softcopy of A4 posters, available in 4 national languages, for display at common places such as pantry, notice boards, walkway corridors, newsletters and etc. 

SAMPLE IMAGE OF 6 POSTERS 

For more information on stroke, visit Stroke Hub. 

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