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Every 45 seconds, someone in America has a stroke. In fact, it’s the
leading cause of adult disability in the U.S. But stroke is treatable, espe-
cially if you get to an emergency department quickly. If you notice any of
these signs, act FAST:
acial droop; uneven smile
rm numbness or weakness
lurred speech and difficulty speaking
iming is critical; call 911 immediately
You can lower your risk of stroke by following these good habits:
› Control cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes
› Maintain a healthy weight
› Eat a healthy diet
› Exercise
› Avoid smoking
› Drink alcohol only in moderation
EMERGENCY
Know the signs of a stroke
When you need
emergency care
Call 911—or head to a Dignity
Health North State emergency
department:
Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta
Emergency Department
914 Pine St., Mt. Shasta
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Emergency Department
2175 Rosaline Ave., Redding
St. Elizabeth Community Hospital
Emergency Department
2550 Sister Mary Columba Drive,
Red Bluff
Stroke care when you need it
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the No. 1 cause of adult
disability. Stroke is also treatable, especially if you get to an emergency department
quickly.
The Mercy Stroke Center delivers exceptional care when you need it most. Our
stroke care team includes skilled providers in the Mercy emergency department
and expanded coverage through telemedicine (see page 5) in affiliation with the
Sacramento-based Mercy Neurological Institute.
Many of our providers have completed the emergency neurological life support
(ENLS) training, and the Mercy Stroke Center is nationally recognized for its clinical
excellence. See page 16 for a description of some of the awards.
For more information regarding Mercy Stroke Center services, call 888.628.1948 or visit
redding.mercy.org.
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