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Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs of a Stroke

This National Stroke Awareness Month, brush up on the signs and symptoms so you can act quickly to seek medical attention for yourself or a loved one if needed.

Strokes are a leading cause of death and serious long-term disability in Louisiana and Mississippi. If you think you or a loved one are experiencing a stroke, it's important to know the signs and symptoms, act quickly and get the right treatment. Make sure YOU know the symptoms of a stroke, so you can BE FAST.

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Our Expert Stroke Care

We are a leader in Louisiana and Mississippi for stroke care, offering 24/7 care for clot retrieval during a stroke. Our highly collaborative, expertly skilled teams of clinical professionals are ready to respond and provide evidence-based care at a moment's notice.

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Know Your Stroke Risk

Lifestyle choices have a major impact on your risk of stroke. Complete our quiz to get a customized estimate of your vascular health and receive the next steps you can take to protect your brain.

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Our Stroke Centers of Excellence

If you or a loved one experiences a stroke, you can trust our team to provide timely, quality care.

St. Dominic’s Comprehensive Stroke Center in Jackson

St. Dominic’s Comprehensive Stroke Center offers rapid diagnosis, high-tech intervention, expert care and intensive rehabilitation in a caring, compassionate setting. St. Dominic’s can deliver the full spectrum of care to seriously ill patients with stroke and cerebrovascular disease. As a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, St. Dominic’s team of experts treats the most complex cases and have proven better outcomes for patients. Learn more.
Our Lady of the Lake Primary Stroke Center of Excellence in Baton Rouge

Our Lady of the Lake is the leader in Louisiana for stroke care, offering 24/7 care for clot retrieval during a stroke. Our dedicated team is ready to respond at a moment's notice. Our Lady of the Lake is the region's first Primary Stroke Center, earning its certification in 2012. Learn more.
Our Lady of Lourdes Stroke Center of Excellence in Lafayette

Our Lady of Lourdes Health is leading the charge in stroke education, prevention and advanced care in the region. Our Stroke Center of Excellence, the first facility of its kind in Acadiana, earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. Learn more.
St. Francis Primary Stroke Center of Excellence in Monroe

St. Francis Health has a relentless pursuit of excellence in comprehensive stroke care. Our Primary Stroke Center’s highly trained and specialized team of healthcare professionals remains dedicated to delivering timely, evidence-based interventions for stroke patients, ensuring that residents in Northeast Louisiana have access to top-tier stroke care when they need it most. Learn more.

Start with Primary Care

Schedule a health checkup with a primary care provider (PCP) to discuss your risk of stroke and the steps you can take to prevent it.

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More Resources

Who Is Most at Risk for Stroke?

Several factors increase your risk of stroke, and age is the biggest. Stroke risk increases as you get older, but strokes can and do occur at any age.

From Our Podcast: Understanding Stroke Signs, Treatment and Prevention

3 Things to Know About Stroke Recovery

While stroke kills many Americans, it leaves even more with chronic health conditions. However, not all stroke victims will face disabilities. Many people experience full stroke recovery.

Find additional stroke resources on our blog.