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Has their face dropped on one side?  \nSpeech  \nCan the young person speak clearly and understand what you say? Is their speech slurred?  \nArms  \nCan the young person raise both arms fully and keep them there?  \nTime  \nIf you spot any oneof these signs, it’s time to call 999.  \nIf you see any of these signs in a child or young person, don’t wait – call 999 immediately. Even if it doesn’t seem like much, any stroke sign is an emergency.  \nEmail: [childhoodstroke@stroke.org.uk](childhoodstroke@stroke.org.uk)  \nWebsite: [stroke.org.uk/childhood](stroke.org.uk/childhood)  \nHowever, babies, children and young people may have other stroke symptoms, including:  \n• Sudden, severe headache.  \n• Seizures (fits) .  \n• New and sudden vertigo, dizziness or confusion.  \n• Problems with walking or balance.  \n• Neck pain or neck stiffness.  \n• Nausea/vomiting or fever.  \n• Drowsiness or loss of consciousness.  \n• Sudden blurred vision or loss of sight in both eyes.  \n• Weakness or numbness on one side of the body.  \n• Changes in sensation, like pins and needles in arms or legs.  \n2627-119.1  \nItem code: A25A59 © Stroke Association 2026  \nStroke Association is a Company Limited by Guarantee, registered in England and Wales (No 61274) . Registered office: Stroke Association House, 240 City Road, London EC1V 2PR.  \nRegistered as a Charity in England and Wales (No 211015) and in Scotland (SC037789) . Also registered in the Isle of Man (No. 945) and Jersey (221), and operating as a charity in Northern Ireland  \nJN","cbCaikdzhceJbLvV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikdzhceJbLvV","pdf",1504552,"English","# Identifying Stroke in Children\n## The FAST Test\n## Other Common Stroke Symptoms\n## Emergency Response Instructions","[{\"question\":\"What does the FAST acronym stand for when identifying a stroke?\",\"answer\":\"FAST stands for Face (check for drooping), Arms (check if they can raise both arms), Speech (check for slurred speech or lack of clarity), and Time (call 999 if any signs are spotted).\"},{\"question\":\"Are there other symptoms of stroke in children besides the FAST signs?\",\"answer\":\"Yes, other symptoms can include sudden severe headache, seizures, vertigo, confusion, balance issues, neck pain, nausea, fever, drowsiness, blurred vision, numbness, or pins and needles.\"},{\"question\":\"What should you do if you notice any signs of a stroke in a child?\",\"answer\":\"Do not wait; call 999 immediately. 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