Addressing Stroke Signs and Symptoms Through Public Education: The Stroke Heroes Act FAST Campaign
IntroductionIn 2003, only 18% of Massachusetts adults were aware of all signs and symptoms of stroke, but 80% would call 9-1-1 if they thought someone was having a stroke or heart attack. Because early recognition leads to early treatment and improved clinical outcomes, increasing symptom recognitio...
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Main Authors: | Cynthia L. Boddie-Willis, MD, MPH (Author), Brianne M. Beagan, MPH (Author), H. June O'Neill, MPH (Author), Kathleen M. Foell, RD, MS (Author), Hilary K. Wall, MPH (Author) |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
2008-04-01T00:00:00Z.
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