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University of California, Los Angeles

Working Against the Clock - Recognizing Stroke Symptoms When Every Second Counts

University of California, Los Angeles via YouTube

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Learn to recognize critical stroke symptoms and understand why immediate response can save lives in this 47-minute medical podcast episode. Discover the BEFAST acronym (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arms, Speech, Time) that helps identify sudden neurological changes requiring emergency care, and explore the science behind why stroke treatment is so time-sensitive. Examine controllable and uncontrollable stroke risk factors while gaining insight into UCLA's innovative mobile stroke unit program that brings hospital-level care directly to patients. Master essential knowledge about stroke recognition, treatment approaches, and prevention strategies that could prove lifesaving for yourself or loved ones, as statistics show one in four people will experience a stroke during their lifetime.

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Working Against the Clock: Recognizing Stroke Symptoms When Every Second Counts

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UCLA Health

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