Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) — World Stroke Day is here, and local experts are emphasizing the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms and acting quickly. Erlanger Health System and local EMS crews are teaming up to educate the community on how to spot a stroke and get immediate help.
“Even if the symptoms go away, it’s really important to call 911,” said Erin Patterson, Stroke Program Manager at Erlanger. “We can only confirm a stroke through imaging, like CAT scans, and that’s how we know it’s a stroke and can start very important therapeutic interventions.”
EMS crews, who are on the front lines every day, say time is the most critical factor in treating a stroke…