Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 March 2010 12:15

Prompt Medical attention in the event of a stroke can have a significant effect on a persons chance of recovery so it’s important to be able to recognise the symptoms.

• numbness, tingling, paralysis of the face, arm or leg

• sudden blurred or limited vision in one or both eyes

• sudden difficulty speaking or understanding what others are saying

• sudden dizziness,

• loss of balance,

• difficulty with movements

• sudden intense headache, often on one side or down the neck

• a brief episode of confusion.