Strokes one in six is the Safety Knowledge of the Day!
Terry Penney
Senior OH&S and Env. & Reg., Professional, Presenter, Motivational Safety Speaker and Safety Program Development.
"1 in 6"– In other words, did you cover this in your safety briefing before its too late and what to do if you see sign of the same!
1 in 6 people worldwide will have a stroke in their lifetime; every 6 seconds, someone somewhere will die from stroke. Heath and Safety does not only stresses how prevalent stroke is but also highlights the fact that stroke can be prevented and that stroke survivors can recover and regain their quality of life with care and support. Health and Safety at work and the medical world are asking people to commit to 6 ways to reduce their likelihood of having a stroke.
1. Know one's personal risk factors, including diagnosed high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol.
2. Be physically active and exercise regularly.
3. Avoid obesity by eating a healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.
4. Limit alcohol consumption.
5. Avoid cigarette smoke. People who smoke should seek help to stop now.
6. Learn to recognize the warning signs of a stroke and call 9-1-1 right away if someone is suspected of having a stroke.
Signs of a Stroke:
? Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arms or legs
? Sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding others
? Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
? Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance or coordination
? Sudden severe headache with no known cause If you think someone is having a stroke, you should call 911 immediately.
