Stroke Awareness

In recognition of Stroke Awareness Month and Survive Stroke Week, this week’s guest on FOX Rehabilitation’s Live Better Longer podcast is distinguished neuroradiologist, Mahesh Jayaraman, MD, FACR, who explains the importance of acting quickly whenever someone experiences a sign of having a stroke, which could include a loss of balance, blurry vision, a drooping of one’s face, arm weakness, or speech difficulty. Dr. Jayaraman talks about what first got him interested in studying the brain and how he became an advocate for stroke education. Likening them to a top-notch NASCAR pit crew, Dr. Jayaraman also discusses how a team of medical professionals jump into action after receiving a 911 call for someone who is thought to be having a stroke. Listen to this week’s episode and learn what you need to do if you or someone you know is showing any symptoms of a stroke.