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Having a stroke is a life or death matter, yet a shocking number of adults do not know how to recognize the symptoms in themselves or others. One study found that 70% of adults who had suffered a TIA or minor stroke misidentified their symptoms and 30% wait for over 24 hours before seeking medical attention.
Since an estimated 2 million brain cells die every minute someone is having a stroke, increasing stroke symptom awareness is a crucial first step in getting patients treated faster and sparing precious brain tissue.
Though stroke is no laughing matter, the following parody video provides a catchy opportunity to educate the general population about stroke symptoms. So spread it around! You never know, it just might help save a life or two one day. And always remember to be F (Face drooping) A (Arm weakness) S (Slurred speech) T (Time to call 911)!
UCHealth Memorial Hospital is Using Pulsara to Facilitate Feedback, Education, and Better Outcomes Across Organizations What if the future of...
May Recap May was our busiest month of the year so far. From EMS Week Conferences to Preparedness Summits to Stroke Symposiums, our teams were busy...
Today is EMS Recognition Day, the final day of EMS Week and a time to recognize and celebrate the people who take on the challenge of serving their...