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May 2025: American Stroke Month Designation

The U.S. Senate has designated May 2025 as “American Stroke Month” to raise public awareness about strokes. This initiative aims to educate citizens on stroke prevention, symptoms, and the critical importance of immediate medical attention to improve survival rates and reduce long-term disabilities.
Key points
Increased Stroke Awareness: Educational campaigns will help citizens recognize stroke symptoms (F.A.S.T.: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) and react promptly.
Support for Research and Better Care: The resolution promotes stroke research and aims to improve access to affordable, quality medical care, potentially reducing deaths and disabilities.
Importance of Rapid Response: It emphasizes that calling 911 immediately at the first sign of a stroke is crucial for effective treatment and minimizing its devastating effects.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_256
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2025-05-22