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A person can have a stroke, or a disturbance of blood flow to the brain, without even realizing it. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke. It is the third leading cause of death in the US[1] and the UK[2] and causes 10% of deaths worldwide.[3] It is important that you know how to recognize one, especially if you spend time with someone who has the risk factors associated with stroke.[4] Treatment is available for to minimize the damage caused by stroke, but the person must reach a hospital for evaluation and treatment within 60 minutes of the symptoms' appearance.[5]