The findings show that the average wait time to call 999 after the first stroke symptoms appeared is almost 90 minutes, which significantly delays potential treatment.
Professor Sir Stephen Powis emphasized the need for immediate action, stating that even less obvious symptoms must prompt individuals to call for help without hesitation.
With 100,000 annual strokes in the UK and over a third leading to death, any sign of a stroke should be treated as an emergency.
Recognizing stroke symptoms early—such as facial weakness or speech difficulties—and calling 999 can drastically improve chances of survival and recovery.
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