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Two EMS Experts Weigh in on Why it’s Important to Call 911 Immediately in the Case of Stroke
When it comes to stroke, it’s crucial to know how to recognize its signs and symptoms so you can access care quickly and preserve brain function. One acronym — BE FAST — can make it easier to identify a stroke, which happens when there’s a blockage to the brain’s blood supply (an ischemic stroke) or a sudden rupture and bleeding in the brain (a hemorrhagic stroke).
BE FAST stands for:
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More than a match: How two transplant patients found each other through Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s Transplant Mentor Program
When Carrie Gobble was listed for a lung transplant, she found two matches.
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What is a stroke and how can I prevent one?
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Nearly 800,000 Americans suffer from stroke every year, according to the American Stroke Association, making stroke the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States.
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‘Crazy twists' and a special bond mark patient's transplant journey
Mitch Reynolds didn’t leave Barnes-Jewish Hospital alone on Feb. 8.
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Benefits to Staying Heart Healthy by Using a Fitness Tracker
Exercise is good for your heart and offers many benefits, but do you really know how much physical activity you are getting? If not, then try a fitness tracker.
Patient Story
Giving and living: Ned and Diana Anderson come full circle
When Ned Anderson talks to people about becoming organ donors, he knows exactly what he’s asking of them. He’s lived it.