Act FAST
If you suspect that someone is having a stroke act FAST
With over 150,000 people in the UK having a stroke every year, it is imperative that people can recognise a stroke when it's happening and take prompt action.
What is FAST?
FAST requires an assessment of three specific symptoms of stroke:
Facial weakness - can the person smile? Has their mouth or eye drooped?Arm weakness - can the person raise both arms?
Speech problems - can the person speak clearly and understand what you say?
Test all three symptoms.
You can also order copies of our FAST posters and leaflets.
FAST materials order form (182 kb) ![[pdf]](http://www.stroke.org.uk/display_images/document_icons/pdf.gif){kind=icon}
If the person has failed any one of these tests, you must call 999. Stroke is a medical emergency and by calling 999 you can help someone reach hospital quickly and receive the early treatment they need.
Learn more about FAST and watch this short film to find out more.
