F.A.S.T. Stroke Resources

The letters F.A.S.T. can help you remember what the sudden signs of stroke are. When you spot these signs, you’ll know you need to call 9-1-1 right away to get help.

We need your help reaching out to communities across America to share the fact that since anyone can have a stroke, everyone should be ready to be a Stroke Hero!


F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of a stroke.

F.A.S.T. Song - Stroke Signs

Hip Hop Artist Dee-1 and Tha Hip Hop Doc Rani Whitfield, M.D., collaborated on a song for the American Heart Association / American Stroke Association for World Stroke Day 2015, to teach the warning signs of stroke.

Spot a Stroke F.A.S.T. Infographic - English (PDF)

Reconozca Un Ataque Cerebral F.A.S.T - Español (PDF)

Spot a Stroke F.A.S.T. Poster (PDF)

The F.A.S.T. Experience

In this fun and interactive environment, you’ll learn what the warning signs of stroke might look, feel and/or sound like.

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a colorful illustration of a pink brain character with each arm around a cardboard box in a park setting