emergency services right away and note the exact time symptoms began.
These classic signs often affect just one side of the body because they reflect the area of the brain that has been interrupted. In the photo that inspired this article, the arrow points toward the arm area — a common place for sudden weakness to show up. The encouraging news is that remembering these four letters gives families a practical tool they can use in seconds.
Other Changes That Can Signal Trouble in Older Adults
Stroke signs don’t always follow
