Good Samaritans help fellow Calgary Transit passenger suffering stroke
By Jill Croteau Reporter
It’s one of those situations where “right place, right time” couldn’t be more fitting. Continue reading
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Sask. government helps promote FAST campaign, increasing stroke awareness
Calling 911 triggers a provincial “stroke alert” which allows health care workers at stroke centres to prepare to treat a stroke when the patient arrives. Continue reading
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These injuries are a common cause of stroke in young people: Here’s what you need to know
Tears in the carotid and vertebral arteries in the neck are responsible for up to one-quarter of all strokes in young people. Continue reading
Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart fighting for stroke victims on the road to recovery
By Amir Ali Chase Producer
He’s a seven-time professional wrestling world heavyweight champion. He’s now a vocal champion for people recovering from stroke. Continue reading
Ontario residents in rural communities at higher risk of stroke than urban counterparts: study
The study found urban residents were at least 10 per cent more likely to be screened for conditions such as diabetes or high cholesterol. Continue reading
Heart problems can affect your brain too, report says
Heart and Stroke is warning that many heart conditions can lead to long-term problems with cognition. Continue reading
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Calgary nurse saves local musician during New Year’s Eve concert: ‘She was our angel of mercy’
By Jill Croteau Reporter
It was an unforgettable night for a popular blues band and their audience. One of the band members suffered a medical emergency. But there was an experienced fan in the crowd who happened to be in the right place at the right time. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Exercise is medicine, and doctors are starting to prescribe it
If it was a pill, exercise would be a trillion-dollar money-maker prescribed to everyone. Continue reading
Hamilton ambulances get ‘FAST’ decals for World Stroke Day
Hamilton ambulances now display the ‘FAST’ signs of stroke to urge residents to call 911 right away if a stroke is suspected. Continue reading
‘I’m very grateful’: Vernon stroke victim thankful for recovery this Thanksgiving
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Last year, at the age of just 42, the Vernon, B.C. woman suffered a stroke that’s impacted her memory and her vision. Continue reading