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Designating May as American Stroke Month: Promoting Awareness and Quick Action

The Senate designated May 2024 as American Stroke Month to emphasize the critical importance of rapid identification and treatment of strokes. This resolution encourages citizens to learn the F.A.S.T. warning signs (Face, Arm, Speech, Time) and call 911 immediately, as quick action significantly improves survival rates and recovery. The government also reaffirms its commitment to supporting stroke research and improving access to quality care.
Key points
Encourages all individuals to immediately dial 911 upon recognizing F.A.S.T. warning signs of a stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty).
Reaffirms the government's commitment to funding stroke research and improving access to affordable, high-quality medical care nationwide.
Highlights that stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death and a major cause of long-term disability in the United States.
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A resolution designating May 2024 as "American Stroke Month".
Print number: SRES 711
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2024-05-23