Signs of Stroke Stroke Recovery Association NSW > About Stroke > What is a Stroke? | Ischaemic, Haemorrhagic and TIAs > Signs of Stroke Stroke is a medical emergency. Remember to BE FAST to recognise the signs of Stroke. B – Balance/coordination issues. E – Eyes, blurred/double vision or loss of vision. F – Face, drooping or numbness. A – Arm, weakness, ask person to raise arms. S – Speech, slurred/hard to understand. T – Time, call 000 immediately if you are experiencing any symptoms. TIME IS BRAIN! Remember: A Stroke is a medical emergency and by recognising the symptoms you could save a life – maybe even your own.