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Even When Stroke Centers Are Near, Black Americans Often Lack Access
A new study found that residents of majority Black communities more likely to live near hospitals with specialty stroke centers but they were less likely to receive care there.
Source: WebMD Health - June 29, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

'Telestroke' Care at Hospitals Is Improving Patient Outcomes
Consulting with a stroke specialist who could be miles away is helping to lead to better patient outcomes, new research shows.
Source: WebMD Health - March 2, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Infections, Especially UTIs, May Trigger Strokes
The study found that the risk of suffering a stroke was heightened in the weeks and months after any infection that required a trip to the hospital. But urinary tract infections (UTIs) showed the strongest link.
Source: WebMD Health - June 27, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Are Stroke Patients Skipping Rehab?
For the study, researchers contacted 369 North Carolina stroke patients who were referred to rehabilitation either when they left the hospital or at a follow-up visit within 14 days.
Source: WebMD Health - January 24, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Some Stroke Rehab Interruptions May Be Preventable
Dehydration, urinary tract infections force patients to return to hospital, study finds
Source: WebMD Health - September 30, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news