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Melissa Wing, a 29-year-old grad student in Victoria, B.C., credits recognizing stroke symptoms and the "FAST" acronym for saving her life. During a beach party, she felt her face droop and quickly went to the hospital. Rapid treatment within the critical four-hour window helped her recover. Strokes are rising in Canada, affecting both older and younger people, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and treatment.
