Infographic with the title 'Recognise STROKE Think F.A.S.T.' featuring four sections with images. The first shows a woman with a drooping face, asking 'Has their FACE drooped?'. The second shows a person holding a stopwatch and coffee mug, asking 'Can they lift both ARMS?'. The third shows a close-up of lips, asking 'Is their SPEECH slurred and do they understand you?'. The fourth shows a person calling on a phone, asking 'Call 000, TIME is critical.'

Helpful Resources

National Resources:

  • Stroke Foundation Australia: Offers extensive information on stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. Their StrokeLine (1800 787 653) provides free advice from health professionals.

    Stroke Foundation

  • EnableMe: A free online resource and community developed with stroke survivors for stroke survivors, providing fact sheets, videos, and forums on various topics related to stroke recovery.

    EnableMe

  • InformMe: Provides resources and guidelines for health professionals, as well as information on peer support and carer support.

    Inform Me

  • Stroke Recovery Association NSW: Offers information, telephone counselling, referrals, and education on stroke prevention for survivors, their carers, and families.

    StrokeNSW

Support Groups:

  • EnableMe Support Groups: Lists various stroke support groups across Australia, powered by stroke survivors and carers.

    EnableMe

Additional Resources:

  • Brain Foundation: Provides information on stroke symptoms, treatments, and statistics in Australia.

    Brain Foundation

  • Healthdirect: Features the Stroke Foundation, offering advice on stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery.

    Healthdirect

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