On 29 October 2024, SUT Hospital conducted a World Stroke Day awareness session at Infosys Ltd.
Dr. Ayyappan K (Consultant Neurologist) spoke on 'Identification , Management & Prevention of Stroke' covering:
- Identify fast: warning signs using FAST (Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency).
- Manage early: why the golden hour matters; hospital pathways for thrombolysis and thrombectomy.
- Prevent smart: control of blood pressure, diabetes, lipids; AF screening; no-smoke, regular activity, and diet basics.
- Workplace readiness: what teams should do when a colleague shows symptoms; whom to call; transport and first-aid do’s & don’ts.
A short Q&A helped employees translate the guidance into everyday action.