Stroke
Recognizing symptoms and acting F.A.S.T. can save a life.

Stroke: Emergency Symptoms Get Directions to the ER

Symptoms of Stroke:

Recognizing symptoms and acting F.A.S.T. can save a life and decrease the chances of permanent disabilities.

Go to the nearest ER or call 9-1-1 if you experience:

  • Confusion or difficulty speaking/understanding
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Sudden loss of vision
  • Sudden numbness, weakness or paralysis of the face or on one side of the body
  • Sudden severe headache
  • Unexplained dizziness and/or loss of balance

Act F.A.S.T.

  • Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
  • Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
  • Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
  • Time: If you observe any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

This list is not inclusive of all possible medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.

6 Convenient ER Locations


Northwest Medical Center

6200 N. LaCholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85741


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Northwest Emergency Center Marana

6350 W. Marana Center Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85742


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Oro Valley Hospital

1551 E Tangerine Road
Oro Valley, AZ 85755


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Northwest Emergency Center at Vail

10146 East Old Vail Road
Tucson, AZ 85747


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Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita

16260 S. Rancho Sahuarita Blvd.
Sahuarita, AZ 85629


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Northwest Medical Center Houghton

2200 S. Houghton Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85748


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