Be real. Be strong. Be proud. The power is in your hands to prevent and overcome stroke, and the American Stroke Association is here with information and tools to support you every step of the way.

Power To End Stroke is an education and awareness campaign that embraces and celebrates the culture, energy, creativity and lifestyles of African Americans. It unites African Americans to help make an impact on the high incidence of stroke within the community.

It is important to know the signs of stroke. Stroke is a medical emergency. Know these warning signs and teach them to others. Every second counts:

• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body 
• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding 
• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes 
• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination 
• Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

Call 9-1-1 immediately if you or someone you know experience symptoms! Time lost is brain lost!
 

PTES - FAMILY REUNION TOOLKIT
Family reunions are a wonderful way to stay connected, and to learn and teach about your family heritage and traditions. It is also a great time to inform and remind family members that stroke is a major health threat. Learn more and download the Family Reunion Toolkit.

	Order Your Healthy Soul Food Cookbook  Order your Soul Food Recipes cookbook! You have the power, so take the pledge to prevent and overcome stroke and get started with over 40 healthy and delicious dishes. more
	Become A Power To End Stroke Ambassador Power to End Stroke needs your help to bring awareness to the African-American community about stroke. You can be a part of the Power to End Stroke by serving as a volunteer Ambassador.   more

For Healthcare Professionals	Get to the root  of your family health history.	Download and share helpful tools and information.

The Bristol-Myers Squibb/Sanofi Pharmaceuticals Partnership is a National Sponsor of Power To End Stroke