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Shelagh Brennand joined us as a StrokeSafe Ambassador. She began by reciting a moving poem she had written about her experience as a stroke survivor. She then provided information on how to recognise stroke and said 80% of stroke victims do experience changes in F (Face) A (Arms) and S Speech) which is why it is important to act swiftly as T (Time) is critical in getting medical intervention to enable the best outcome. She cautioned not to sleep on it or rest if you have any symptons, but to get assistance quickly. Stroke is one of Australia’s biggest killers and a leading cause of disability with more than 470,000 people living with the aftermath of this life-changing event. Most strokes are preventable and if you go to My Health for Life, a Queensland Government initiative, you can do an online risk assessment.
