According to HealthYes!, a leading mobile medical screening provider it is critical to follow the “3’R’s” – reduce risk, recognize symptoms and respond immediately. Following these steps could limit the number of Americans who die or are disabled each year by a stroke. Also helpful are new treatments and today’s technological advanced medical wire and military cables built with exacting specification. With years of researching, developing, manufacturing and testing high-performance EKG patient cables, custom cable assemblies in turn provide the ideal material for satisfying medical and military wire equipment needs.

National Stroke Awareness Month is a great opportunity to educate your employees, friends, family and community about stroke. Knowing the symptoms of stroke and acting quickly can make the difference between life and death. Just remember, every second counts!

According to the American Stroke Association, below are the warning signs of stroke:

• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
• Sudden, severe headache with no known cause