A High Five to Morgan Fairchild

Morgan Fairchild knows stroke like the back of her hand. She served as the caregiver to her mother, who suffered a series of debilitating strokes until her death in the late 1990s. Her experiences as a family member and caregiver of a stroke survivor now serve as a powerful impetus that drives her enthusiastic public awareness campaign against stroke.

Fairchild reminds us with her "Give Me 5 For Stroke" campaign that we should never hesitate to call 911 when we suspect a stroke. Her campaign gives people the tools to find out whether a person's symptoms could be those of a stroke. Her catchphrase is: "Give me 5: walk, talk, see, reach, feel". Walk=check for balance and call 911 if balance is off. Talk: check for slurred speech or droopy face and call 911 if you find it. Reach: if one side is weak or numb you must call the ambulance. See: if there is a change in vision, even if it is partial, don't wait any longer and call 911. Feel: does the person have a headache which is different, or worse than any other they have ever had? If so, call 911!

Clearly Fairchild understands that when it comes to stroke time is brain. A high five to her for her efforts. Pass this information along to as many people as you can. It might save the brain of someone you know some day.

Recommended Reading:
What is a Stroke?
What Are the Symptoms of Stroke?
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