Telestroke - Going the Distance to Improve Access to Stroke Care

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Oct 20, 2016, 09:15 ET

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/-- Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the United Stated. Learning the warning signs of a stroke can help save lives. If you suspect that you or someone you know is experiencing a stroke, there's a four-letter acronym, "F.A.S.T.," which corresponds to a test that can be used as a quick screening tool.

Telestroke - Going the Distance to Improve Access to Stroke Care

Telestroke can help improve access to specialty stroke care. Telestroke networks provide the potential to greatly extend the reach of stroke systems of care into undeserved regions. For more information, log onto www.strokeawareness.com

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