P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, the month of May is recognized, as Stroke Awareness Month, supported by the American Stroke Association and the American Heart Association, to promote awareness of stroke warning signs , prevention, and the importance early treatment , which can significantly reduce brain damage and improve survival; and
WHEREAS, stroke affects approximately one in six indi viduals during their lifetime and remains a leading cause of long-term disability, creating significant emotional and financial impacts on individuals, families, and communities; and
WHEREAS, risk factors such as high blood pressure , diabetes, smoking, and excessive alcohol use increase the likelihood of stroke, though may be preventable though healthy lifestyle choices and preventative care; and
WHEREAS, research indicates that up to 80 percent of strokes may be preventable through risk reduction, regular screenings, and healthy behaviors; and
WHEREAS, the City of Torrance encourages residents to remember the acronym F.A.S.T.—Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911—to quickly recognize stroke symptoms and seek emergency care without delay; and
WHEREAS, the City of Torrance participates in Stroke Awareness Month to promote early recognition of stroke symptoms and emphasize the importance of immediately calling 911 to improve patient outcomes; and
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE K. CHEN , as Mayor of the City of Torrance, California, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2026 as
STROKE AWARENESS MONTH
in the City of Torrance and encourage all our residents to join in this recognition of the necessity of educating ourselves on the initial signs of stroke and the importance of early medical intervention.
Signed this 5th day of May 2026.
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Mayor George K. Chen
_______________________________ _______________________________ Councilmember Jeremy Gerson Councilmember Bridgett Lewis
_______________________________ ________________________________ Councilmember Jon Kaji Councilmember Aurelio Mattucci
_______________________________ _______________________________ Councilmember Sharon Kalani Councilmember Asam Sheikh
ATTEST:
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Rebecca Poirier, City Clerk
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