Stroke
Strokes occur when a blood vessel in the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When blood vessels become blocked, parts of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, causing brain tissue death. Learn more about how to spot a stroke and the health care needed for stroke survivors.
Stroke Rehabilitation
Learn more about the rehabilitation process after a stroke.
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Stroke Support
In our online Stroke Support Group on Facebook, we share resources, info on upcoming events, Q&As from other stroke survivors and their caregivers, and more!
Join the GroupStroke Warning Signs
BEFAST is a mnemonic used to help recognize the signs of a stroke quickly. It stands for:
- B: Balance – Sudden loss of balance or coordination.
- E: Eyes – Sudden vision changes, such as blurriness or loss of vision in one or both eyes.
- F: Face – Facial drooping or uneven smile; one side of the face may not move as it should.
- A: Arms – Weakness or numbness in one arm, or the inability to raise both arms equally.
- S: Speech – Slurred speech or difficulty speaking; trouble understanding speech.
- T: Time – Time to call emergency services if any of these symptoms are present. The sooner medical help is received, the better the chances of recovery.
Recognizing these signs early can help ensure a quicker response and better outcomes for the person experiencing a stroke.
Stroke Care
A stroke is a medical emergency where time is of the essence. If you or someone you know is having a stroke, call 911 and ask to be taken to the nearest emergency department.
Singing River is recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.
Our hospitals work diligently to reduce the time between an eligible patient’s arrival at the ED and receiving clot-busting thrombolytic therapy.