Posts Tagged ‘stroke’
Inova Goes the Extra Mile in Stroke Care and Treatment
Inova Alexandria Hospital’s attack on stroke As the leading cause of disability and fifth-leading cause of death in the United States, stroke remains a serious health issue. Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH) recently furthered its commitment to help stroke patients. The hospital, which had been certified as a Primary Stroke Center for over a decade, recently…
Read MoreInova Alexandria: One of just four U.S. hospitals with Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center Certification
Certified hospitals must meet identified standards for surgical removal of blood clots in patients suffering a large vessel occlusive ischemic stroke Large Ischemic Strokes don’t stand a chance at Inova Alexandria Hospital. A newly awarded certification marks Inova Alexandria as a leader in mechanical endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) and early detection and treatment of large ischemic…
Read More“Time is brain” when reading & responding to a possible stroke
Stroke symptoms: Learn the signs and respond FAST F – FACE – Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop? A – ARMS – Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? S – SPEECH – Ask the person to repeat a single phrase. Is their speech…
Read MoreInova Fair Oaks Hospital receives Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award
American Heart Association Award recognizes Inova Fair Oaks Hospital’s commitment to quality stroke care. Fairfax, Va, May 29, 2018 ― Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (IFOH) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most…
Read MoreStroke survivor’s book provides insights and hope for survivors
After a Stroke, This Northern Virginia Resident Shares His Message of Prevention and Hope Stroke survivor and philanthropist Mark Moore can now add “author” to his list of credentials with the publication of his inspiring book, A Stroke of Faith Philanthropist and Northern Virginia resident Mark Moore was a hard-charging business owner back in 2007…
Read MoreKnow the Signs of Stroke: Every Minute Counts
Stroke can strike at any time Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. A stroke cuts off oxygen to the brain, which causes brain cells to die. “FAST”: the most common warning signs of stroke The signs of stroke can be varied, but the…
Read MoreInova Loudoun Hospital Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group in May 2017
Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group Next Meeting May 10 at 11 a.m. Leesburg, VA — Inova Loudoun Hospital hosts a free, monthly Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group. The purpose of the support group is to provide a supportive and encouraging environment as a part of the stroke recovery process for those who are affected…
Read MoreInova Loudoun Hospital Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group in September 2016
Next Meeting September 14 at 11 a.m. Featuring Yoga Leesburg, VA — Inova Loudoun Hospital hosts a free, monthly Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group. The purpose of the support group is to provide a supportive and encouraging environment as a part of the stroke recovery process for those who are affected by stroke and…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Earns Recertification as a Primary Stroke Center
Alexandria, VA – June 16, 2016 – The Joint Commission recently recertified Inova Alexandria Hospital as a Primary Stroke Center, indicating that the hospital’s services provide patients with the best chance of survival, minimize the results of a stroke and improve recovery. Inova Alexandria Hospital was one of the first hospitals in the Washington, DC, metropolitan…
Read MoreInova Loudoun Hospital Offering Screenings and Assessments for Stroke Awareness Month (May)
Leesburg, VA May 9, 2016 – In observance of Stroke Awareness Month, Inova Loudoun Hospital is offering FREE blood pressure checks and stroke risk assessments on Tuesday, May 31 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The public is encouraged to stop by Inova Loudoun Hospital, Cafeteria Alcove, 44045 Riverside Parkway, Leesburg. Also on May 31, the public…
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