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All-in-one test could fast-track care for people with possible sepsis

The researchers also found that the TriVerity severity score, which predicts the need for ICU-level care, such as mechanical ...

Charleston workshop to help people spot signs of stroke before it’s too late

A Lowcountry hospital wants to make sure residents can recognize what a stroke looks like so they can act faster and ...
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Bangladesh Women's Cricket Coach Sarwar Imran Hospitalised After Minor Stroke At World Cup Opener Against Pakistan

Bangladesh women's cricket coach Sarwar Imran suffers minor stroke during World Cup preparations in Colombo. Learn about ...

Blair man who suffered stroke at 42 hopes his case will help you know what to do

Randy Backman of Blair, who suffered a stroke a year and a half ago at age 42, wants to make sure people how important it is ...
Healthcare Innovation

HCA Healthcare Expanding Its Evidence-Based Stroke Initiative

HCA’s Steven Manoukian, M.D., explains how participating hospitals improved identification of the cause of stroke by 33% ...
Essence

FAST Vs. BE-FAST: How Well Do You Know The First Signs Of A Stroke?

A study by the American Stroke Association surveyed 1,900 people to assess public awareness of stroke symptoms. Awareness and recognition of “F.A.S.T.” stroke symptoms – Face, Arm, Speech, and Time to ...
EURweb

How to Spot a Stroke: Key Warning Signs and Fast Action Steps

*A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either by a blocked artery or bleeding, causing potential brain cell damage. Symptoms vary depending on the affected brain area and the ...
Fox Carolina

Asheville patient the first to test out anti-stroke device

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - There are almost always risks when a patient has a procedure done in the hospital; something can go wrong. In the case of a heart procedure, stroke is a risk, but this ...
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Are you having a stroke? Everyone should know this simple test

In the event of a stroke, every minute counts, as parts of the brain are no longer being supplied with enough oxygen and will suffer permanent damage. But how can you recognise that this is the ...
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Simple five-factor test predicts frailty risk in stroke survivors, research reveals

Frailty risk in stroke survivors may be much higher than earlier reports suggest, according to new research using data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS), the country’s ...
Scientific Research Publishing

Nor, A.M., McAllister, C., Louw, S.J., Dyker, A.G., Davis, M., Jenkinson, D., et al. (2004) Agreement between Ambulance Paramedic-and Physician-Recorded Neurological Signs with ...

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Strokes are emerging in developing countries due to demographic transition and changes in lifestyle habits. Objectives: We aimed to assess the cost of stroke care in Bamako, ...
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What is a mini stroke? Plus, warning signs and how to reduce your risk

A mini stroke, also known as a transient ischaemic attack (TIA), occurs when blood flow to the brain is temporarily blocked. According to the Stroke Association, 46,000 people have a TIA for the first ...