Stroke

Nearly 700,000 people a year suffer a stroke , the nation’s third leading cause of death. It’s also the leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the United States, with nearly 5 million stroke survivors alive today. So it’s important to not only know the signs of a stroke, but to also get the best care available as soon as possible. 

Acting F.A.S.T. Saves Lives

Understand the signs and symptoms of stroke.

FACE—Does one side of the face droop? Ask the person to smile.
ARMS—Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
SPEECH—Is speech slurred? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is the sentence repeated correctly?
TIME—If the person shows any of these symptoms, CALL 911, or go to the hospital immediately.

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Rush-Copley Certified Stroke Center

Rush-Copley Medical Center’s Stroke Program is the first in Kane County and the Fox Valley region to be certified by The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. By meeting the strictest standards, Rush-Copley provides the highest level of care for stroke patients.

From stroke prevention education to rehabilitation services, Rush-Copley provides the area's only comprehensive stroke and stroke recovery care . The hospital’s team includes a neurosurgeon, neurologists, intensive care physicians, and physical, occupational, speech and rehabilitation therapists—all highly trained in every aspect of stroke care.