Rapid treatment is critical in treating strokes because the more time that passes, the more likely it is that the victim will suffer severe, permanent disability. Unfortunately, stroke care in many communities is inadequate and fragmented. Stroke treatment is often hindered by lack of coordination among care providers, including emergency medical services, hospitals and doctors. The good news is that we know how to treat stroke, but we need to improve our systems of care. Send your message today urging your lawmakers to support comprehensive stroke care legislation!
A number of approved treatments for stroke can dramatically reduce disability and death, but only 3 to 8.5 percent of potentially eligible patients receive these treatments. In addition, stroke disparities exist by race and region. Regardless of age, death rates from stroke are higher for African-Americans than for whites. Send your message today urging your legislators to take action to improve stroke treatment in Ohio!
Don't delay! Send your message to the Ohio Legislature and urge them to take quick action to save lives!
A number of approved treatments for stroke can dramatically reduce disability and death, but only 3 to 8.5 percent of potentially eligible patients receive these treatments. In addition, stroke disparities exist by race and region. Regardless of age, death rates from stroke are higher for African-Americans than for whites. Send your message today urging your legislators to take action to improve stroke treatment in Ohio!
Don't delay! Send your message to the Ohio Legislature and urge them to take quick action to save lives!
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