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Many people that we spoke to were not aware that they were having a stroke but most knew something was wrong and sought help.

React to early signs of stroke - cardiologist

CDC supports several public health measures that address stroke, including the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program (PCNASP) and the Million Hearts initiative.

World Stroke Day--October 29, 2016

Recognizing the signs of stroke early, treating it as a medical emergency with admission to a specialized stroke unit, and providing access to the best professional care can substantially improve outcomes," said WSO President, Professor Stephen Davis.

United States : World stroke organization and medtronic Collaborate to increase Stroke Awareness

Hypertension is found to be the most important risk factor for stroke (ICH and ischemic strokes).

SEASONAL VARIATION IN STROKE IN A TEACHING HOSPITAL OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA

Essa Al Maidoor, director-general of the DHA said: "We are very proud of Rashid Hospital for obtaining this accreditation and for functioning of a dedicated stroke unit that follows international protocols.

Dubai hospital wins EU accreditation

The Rudge family hope to encourage other people from Birmingham to sign up and raise some funds for the Stroke Association.

Ken takes a step to the future

Assessments are the main gateway to receiving services and a serious cause of frustration for stroke survivors and their carers.

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Data from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and numerous studies throughout the world show that timely administration of TPA after stroke improves patient outcomes.

Does stroke center designation improve patient outcomes? Studies detail benefits of designation

Kleindorfer and her associates showed that 18% of Americans from the general public who had no known history of stroke or transient ischemic attack had at least one stroke-like symptom either currently or in the past.

Set of stroke-like symptoms deemed predictive of risk

Minority populations usually have more than one risk factor for stroke such as high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, cigarette smoking, high blood cholesterol, physical inactivity, and dietary factors.

Developing a community-based stroke prevention intervention course in minority communities: the DC angels project

Heart and Stroke Helpline: If you have questions about stroke in relation to yourself or a loved, talk to an Irish Heart Foundation nurse in confidence by contacting the Heart and Stroke Helpline on Locall 1890 432 787, Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm.

New website backs heart campaign for better services

The researchers randomly assigned 222 stroke patients, recruited from seven hospitals across the country, to receive either CIMT or standard care, which ranged from no treatment to various occupational and physical therapies.