According to the National Stroke Association, only one in three people recognize the symptoms of a stroke. As a result, many people who suffer a stroke fail to seek immediate medical attention that could save their lives. Valley Hospital Medical Center's Emergency Critical Care Center has a special protocol its medical team activates for suspected stroke patients.

What is a stroke?
A stroke occurs when the blood vessels that supply blood to the brain burst or become narrowed or blocked. The longer the brain is deprived of blood, the greater the chance of permanent damage, disability and even death. Call 911 right away if you suddenly develop these symptoms:

• Numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body, that affects your face, arm or leg
• Confusion
• Difficulty talking or understanding
• Trouble seeing
• Dizziness
• Loss of balance or coordination
• Difficulty walking
• Severe headache

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Our Rapid Treatment Center treats patients for minor emergencies.

• Urgent Care
• Breaks
• Stitches
• Fractures
• Sprains
• X-rays

Walk-ins are welcome. Check in at the admitting department.

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