Stroke Facts
Every 45 seconds someone suffers a stroke. That's eighty people every hour. Yet only 60% of us would recognize a stroke when it happens or realize that a stroke is a medical emergency. As a leader in the fight against stroke, Dominican Hospital wants you to know that a stroke is always an emergency, and seconds count in the struggle to save brain function.
If you see any of the following symptoms in yourself or someone else, don't wait. Call 9-1-1.
- Numbness on one side of the body
- Sudden blurred or decreased vision
- Trouble speaking or understanding
- Sudden, severe headache
- Loss of balance or coordination
Seeking emergency treatment right away may drastically improve a stroke victim's quality of life.
Important Facts About Our Certified Stroke Program
- Joint Commission Accredited in 2008 and re-certified in 2010
- Dominican is at upper quartile performance for core measures in stroke care as recommended by Joint Commission.
The Certificate of Distinction for Primary Stroke Centers recognizes centers that make exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes for stroke care. Dominican is the Joint Commission's first advanced certification program on the central coast.
For more information about Primary Stroke Center certification, please visit dominicanhospital.org/Neurosciences