# @scrippshealth on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=B6fTIgwWrJM
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/33738569-scrippshealth-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2025-08-25T21:58:04.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Scripps Health (@ScrippsHealth) — https://gondola.cc/ScrippsHealth

## Caption

In this video, Dr. Kalafut answers common questions about strokes including symptoms, risk factors and treatment. She also explains why time is critical, what BE FAST stands for and how to lower your risk.
📍Dr. Kalafut practices at Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion.
 Watch the full Q&A to learn how Scripps is nationally recognized for stroke care.
00:41 – What is a stroke? What causes it?
01:27 – What are symptoms of a stroke?
01:46 – How many people get strokes every year? How many pass away?
02:03 – Why is time so critical in diagnosing a stroke? Why do you need to get to the emergency room as quickly as possible?
02:47 – Why is calling 911 safer than driving yourself if you are experiencing stroke symptoms?
03:00 – What does BE FAST stand for when it comes to stroke symptoms?
03:59 – What are the different types of strokes?
04:34 – What is the connection between heart disease and stroke?
05:03 – Who is at risk for stroke?
05:25 – What tests are used to diagnose a stroke?
05:55 – How are strokes treated?
07:02 – How has Scripps been recognized nationally for stroke treatment?
07:57 – Will calling 911 get me to the nearest hospital if I’m experiencing stroke symptoms?
08:05 – Who makes up the stroke rehabilitation team at Scripps?
08:30 – How long does it take to come back from a stroke?
08:46 – How long are you in the hospital after a stroke?
09:19 – What can you do to lower your risk of a stroke?
09:41 – What is the Mediterranean diet?
10:01 – What can you do to prevent a second stroke?
10:40 – Final thoughts?
 
#StrokeAwareness #BEFAST #ScrippsHealth #StrokePrevention

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## Tags

strokeprevention, scrippshealth, strokeawareness, befast

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