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Medina General Hospital 1000 E. Washington Street Medina, OH 44256 NON-PROFIT ORG US Postage PAID HEALTH ESSENTIALS When seconds count … Medina Hospital is now a Primary Stroke Center Medina Hospital was recently certified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. This signifies that Medina Hospital has met stringent national stroke care standards. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, and approximately 795,000 people will experience a new or recurrent stroke each year. “Treatment for stroke is time dependent, so calling 9-1-1 and getting the person to the Emergency Department as soon as symptoms begin is essential,” explains Eric Baron, MD, medical director of the stroke program at Medina Hospital. “Utilizing state-of-the-art technology and the latest in innovative treatment options, our stroke and neurology specialists provide the highest level of care in diagnosing and treating stroke patients quickly. This significantly improves prognosis and recovery time.” Eric Baron, MD Regional Neurology Know the Warning Signs of Stroke—Think FAST: – FACE: If the person smiles, does one side of the face droop? F A – ARMS: S If the person raises both arms, does one drift downward? GET A FREE STROKE KIT – SPEECH: Can the person clearly repeat a simple statement? For a free stroke information kit, including risk assessment, and more information about Medina Hospital stroke services, please call 866.733.6363 or visit medinahospital.org/stroke. T – TIME: If any of these symptoms are present, call 9-1-1. It is important to get the person to the Medina Emergency Department immediately. http://www.medinahospital.org/stroke

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Health Essentials - Spring 2012 - Medina