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Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember

NPR Health 1 Nov 2026 2 views

Sen. Chris Murphy is expected to fully recover from his stroke. The acronym BE FAST can help you remember the symptoms of stroke and what to do when it happens: Call 911 quickly.

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