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Stroke Care

Life-saving care when you need it

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As one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability, stroke requires prompt treatment to save your life and minimize neurological damage. That’s why Adventist Health St. Helena offers expert stroke care at our emergency department. We're nationally recognized by The Joint Commission for meeting the highest standards for rapid and effective treatment. So if you or a loved one ever suffer a stroke, you can count on the best possible care just minutes away.

Know the signs of stroke

B.E. F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the signs of stroke and what to do.

  1. Balance lost
  2. Eyes blur
  3. Face drooping
  4. Arm weakness
  5. Speech difficulty
  6. Time to call 911

Depend on our expert team in a stroke emergency

At Adventist Health St. Helena we’re no strangers to rapid evaluation and treatment for complex conditions. When it comes to stroke you need to act fast. Seeking immediate treatment — within 90 minutes — for stroke and symptoms like stroke significantly increases your chances for recovery and survival. Our teams provide care for stroke conditions including:

  • Aneurysm/subarachnoid hemorrhage
  • Carotid stenosis
  • Cerebral hemorrhage
  • Ischemic stroke
  • Transient ischemic attack (TIA, or "mini-stroke")
  • Vascular malformation of the brain

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Awards and recognitions

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Joint Commission’s accreditation 

The Joint Commission’s accreditation for Advanced Primary Stroke Center at Adventist Health St. Helena validates the hospital’s abilities and practices in preventing and treating strokes. Those who receive treatment here can expect the highest standards of care.

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Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation 

Our hospital has received the Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians. Research shows older adults visit the emergency department at higher rates and often arrive with multiple chronic conditions. Seniors who visit our hospital benefit from geriatric-focused care to help return them more quickly to their daily lives after an emergency occurs.

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