World Stroke Day 2023- October 29th

October 30, 2023

Globally, World Stroke Day is celebrated on October 29^th.
The theme for World Stroke Day 2023 was officially chosen by the World Stroke Organization (WSO) as ‘Together we are #Greater Than Stroke.’
The day tries to raise awareness about the prevention and timely treatment of a stroke.
World Stroke Day was established on 29 October 2004.
Recognising the FAST symptoms can help one seek medical treatment on time. It is important to act FAST at the first symptoms of a stroke.
FAST stands for:
- Face: It means facial drooping. An individual may experience numbness on one side of the face. You should ask the person to smile to observe any unevenness.
- Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. You may notice that the person is not able to move one arm or it is lower than the other.
- Speech: A stroke can also lead to speech difficulty. If a person has slurred speech, it can be a sign of a stroke.
- Time: If you notice the above symptoms, it is crucial to seek medical help on an urgent basis.