Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland

Mrs Kathleen Frew was our speaker this evening and she addressed us on the subject of Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS), a charity providing help and support in the community for victims, their families and their carers, who have suffered heart attacks or strokes.  She spoke passionately and informatively on a subject which is extremely important as it can affect anyone one of us, young or old.  She was accompanied by Mr Brian Frew who explained the F.A.S.T. campaign, a Government initiative to make th public more aware of the immediate symptoms of stroke and the actions to take if you suspect someone is experiencing a stroke.  Such is the importance of this knowledge that it is worth reiterating it here:

F ace:  Can they smile? Does one side droop?

A rm:  Can they lift both arms? Is one weak?

S peech:  Is their speech slurred or muddled?

T ime:  To call 999!