speech or difficulty understanding what is being said.
Unusually severe headache – especially if you do not normally get migraines.
Sudden spikes in blood pressure – without a clear trigger.
Memory loss and confusion – the feeling of forgetting things or “being gone”.
Numbness or weakness – especially if only one side of the body is affected.
What you can do to prevent it
A stroke often occurs unexpectedly – but there is a lot you can do for your health today:
Eat a healthy diet – plenty of fresh vegetables, fruit, whole grains and healthy