Victor Espuig, doctor: "If someone cannot move an arm, has a deviated mouth, or does not speak clearly... they could be suffering a stroke."

Acting quickly at the first signs of a stroke can mean the difference between life and death. This is the message from Dr. Víctor Espuig , who emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of a possible stroke . “If someone can’t move an arm, their mouth is drooping, or they’re not speaking clearly… they could be having a stroke,” the specialist warns in an informative video aimed at raising awareness about the seriousness of these types of emergencies .

A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted , causing neurons to die within minutes. Espuig emphasizes that “ every minute counts ” and that a quick response is key to preventing serious consequences or even death.

To quickly determine if someone might be having a stroke, the doctor recommends a simple test: “Ask them to raise both arms, smile, and say a simple sentence.” If the person fails to do any of these three things, “ call 112 immediately .”

The professional explains that, in the event of a suspected stroke, the patient should be evaluated as soon as possible . “If the inclusion criteria are met and the exclusion criteria are ruled out, we will activate the stroke protocol ,” he notes. This protocol allows the affected person to be transferred urgently to the most appropriate hospital to receive the correct treatment and minimize brain damage .

Espuig's message is clear: " Time is brain ." Every second that passes without medical attention can result in permanent disability or irreversible loss of function . That's why, he insists, don't hesitate: if you suspect a stroke, act quickly , call 112 , and save a life.