Yes MEN! My friend had the stroke on Tuesday and I saw him Thursday and made him go to the hospital. He called himself a cab! I read that it's important to get to the hospital right away to prevent permanent damage. He came home today and his speech is better but he is having a real hard time walking. He lives on the floor above me so needless to say I will never sleep again because I will be listening to him walking around to make sure he doesn't fall!