MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Strokecenter.org says stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States. 

Navicent Health Stroke Coordinator Denise Goings notes almost every 40 seconds someone is having a stroke. 

Goings adds symptoms of stroke are: 

• Sudden weakness in the body
• Trouble speaking 
• Blurred/loss of vision
• Loss of balance 
• Headaches

For more advice, Goings suggests visiting with your family doctor.