Good Samaritan offers free stroke screenings in Vincennes

Good Samaritan offers free stroke screenings in Vincennes

VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Having a stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and up to 80% of them can be prevented. That's why Good Samaritan will be offering free stroke screenings to the community. “We are happy to offer these free screenings to our community,” said Erika Watts, RN Stroke Coordinator at Good Samaritan. “This is a great time to raise awareness about stroke, and also educate everyone about the signs, s…

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Strokes in children and adults under 45 — The Small Business Site

Article provided by Bonitas Medical Fund Strokes, often associated with older adults, can also affect young people. Understanding the causes, risk factors, symptoms and preventive measures is crucial for addressing this serious health issue. It is considered to be an early stroke if the person is younger than 45 – although not as common as older people, about 10-15% of strokes occur in children and adults under 45. Unfortunately, that number is …

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