This May, in recognition of American Stroke Month, Pilot is rallying support to raise critical funds for the American Heart Association’s stroke prevention and education programs.
From April 30-May 21, guests can help Pilot raise funds, and awareness for stroke prevention and education by rounding up their purchases during checkout at participating Pilot, Flying J and One9 Travel Center locations nationwide.
Recognizing the signs of a stroke and acting quickly are vital. Throughout the month, Pilot and the American Heart Association are promoting the B.E. F.A.S.T. warning signs of stroke:
- B – Balance Loss: Does the person appear unsteady?
- E – Eye (vision) Changes: Is vision blurred or temporarily lost?
- F – Face Drooping: Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb?
- A – Arm Weakness: Is one arm weak or numb?
- S – Speech Difficulty: Is speech slurred?
- T – Time to call 911: If someone shows any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately.**
In addition to the round-up campaign, Pilot is prioritizing the health of its team members by providing access to the Heart Association’s stroke prevention education, resources and screenings to be more aware of the signs of stroke. These trainings and resources are also available to the public by contacting the local American Heart Association office.
As a longstanding supporter of the Heart Association’s Life is Why campaign, Pilot is dedicated to advancing heart and stroke health in the communities it serves through its Miles of Good program. This marks the second year Pilot has extended that commitment to include fundraising specifically for American Stroke Month.
For more information about Pilot’s American Stroke Month initiatives and to find a participating travel center, visit pilotcompany.com.
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