Stroke Awareness – tPA Can Save Lives
Stroke Awareness – tPA Can Save Lives
During a stroke, blood flow and oxygen to the brain is cut off and brain cells begin to die. Recognizing the signs of a stroke and calling 911 immediately is vital. Quick treatment increases your chances of surviving and lessens complications that happen as a result of stroke.
This video is made possible in collaboration with New York-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.
Download the stroke symptoms card developed by the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center.
Chinese: http://www.cbwchc.org/hematerials/docs/Stroke%20Alert%20card%20Chi_WEB.pdf
English: http://www.cbwchc.org/hematerials/docs/Stroke%20Alert%20card%20Eng_WEB.pdf
Music provided by Dexter Britain
