Do you know the signs of stroke?

Watch, learn and sing along with us!

Why is it important to BE FAST if you’re having a stroke? When you have a stroke, 2 million brain cells die every minute — increasing the chance of brain damage, disability or death.

The good news is that

80%

of strokes are preventable.
Read our Women's Guide to Preventing Stroke and find out how.

icon of girl holding phone
poster icon

Download this handy sign to help you remember the signs of stroke.

OHSU Health has three locations providing expert stroke care:

OHSU Hospital on Marquam Hill

OHSU Health Hillsboro Medical Center in Hillsboro

Adventist Health Portland in East Portland

“BE FAST” was developed by Intermountain Healthcare, as an adaptation of the FAST model implemented by the American Stroke Association. Reproduced with permission from Intermountain Healthcare. © 2011 Intermountain Healthcare. All rights reserved.

OHSU Logo

Oregon Health & Science University is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education, and research.

© 2001-2021 Oregon Health & Science University. OHSU is an equal opportunity affirmative action institution.

Notice of Privacy Practices