Stroke Center at Valley Medical Center

Know the Signs of Stroke: FAST

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|Date: May 20, 2020
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Know the Signs of Stroke: FAST

A stroke is a brain attack, caused when an artery in the brain is blocked or bursts—and part of the brain ...

A stroke is a brain attack, caused when an artery in the brain is blocked or bursts—and part of the brain starts to die. One of the side effects of COVID-19 is blood clots, so those with the infection ...

May 20, 2020
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Valley Medical Center Receives Thrombectomy Capable Certification from Joint Commission

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|Date: May 20, 2020
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Valley Medical Center Receives Thrombectomy Capable Certification from Joint Commission

In early February, Valley earned certification as a Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center, becoming the thir ...

In early February, Valley earned certification as a Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center, becoming the third hospital in Washington state and the first in South King County to earn this prestigious hono ...

May 20, 2020
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For Fourth Consecutive Year, Valley Earns American Heart and Stroke Association’s Highest Award for Stroke Care

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|Date: June 12, 2019
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For Fourth Consecutive Year, Valley Earns American Heart and Stroke Association’s Highest Award for Stroke Care

Demonstrating Valley's ongoing commitment to remarkable stroke care for our community, Valley has yet aga ...

Demonstrating Valley's ongoing commitment to remarkable stroke care for our community, Valley has yet again achieved the American Heart and Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines® Target: Stroke ...

June 12, 2019
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Types of Stroke: What is a Lacunar Stroke?

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|Date: July 05, 2017
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Types of Stroke: What is a Lacunar Stroke?

You may have heard a doctor or another stroke survivor talk about lacunar stroke. This refers to blockage ...

You may have heard a doctor or another stroke survivor talk about lacunar stroke. This refers to blockage in small arteries, most often in deep in the middle of the brain. Often lacunar strokes are so ...

July 05, 2017
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Supplements for Stroke Survivors to Consider

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|Date: July 05, 2017
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Supplements for Stroke Survivors to Consider

Jill Williams, MD, Medical Director of Physical Medicine and Rehab Services, spoke at Valley’s June Strok ...

Jill Williams, MD, Medical Director of Physical Medicine and Rehab Services, spoke at Valley’s June Stroke Club. While talking about stroke rehab and recovery, Dr. Williams suggested three supplements ...

July 05, 2017
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Can I Drive After a Stroke? What You Need to Know Before You Get Behind the Wheel Again

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|Date: July 05, 2017
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Can I Drive After a Stroke? What You Need to Know Before You Get Behind the Wheel Again

In Washington state, anyone aware of a new vision or medical problem that impacts driving is required to ...

In Washington state, anyone aware of a new vision or medical problem that impacts driving is required to have a vision/medical screening at a driver licensing office. A stroke may or may not impact y ...

July 05, 2017
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Valley Medical Center’s Commitment to Quality Stroke Care Recognized with Highest Award from the American Heart Association

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|Date: June 15, 2017
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Valley Medical Center’s Commitment to Quality Stroke Care Recognized with Highest Award from the American Heart Association

Valley Medical Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With ...

Valley Medical Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus. ...

June 15, 2017
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6 Steps to a Healthier Heart

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|Date: June 12, 2017
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6 Steps to a Healthier Heart

Your Prescription for Lowering Your Risk for Heart Disease, Heart Attack and Stroke Heart disease and str ...

Your Prescription for Lowering Your Risk for Heart Disease, Heart Attack and Stroke Heart disease and stroke are an epidemic in the United States. Many of the people at high risk for heart attack or s ...

June 12, 2017
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Questions to Ask Yourself When Doing a “FAST & Beyond” Evaluation

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|Date: December 20, 2016
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Questions to Ask Yourself When Doing a “FAST & Beyond” Evaluation

Face Drooping Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smi ...

Face Drooping Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven? Arm Weakness Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one ar ...

December 20, 2016
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Emergency First Responders will Enhance their Stroke Evaluation in Early 2017

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|Date: December 20, 2016
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Emergency First Responders will Enhance their Stroke Evaluation in Early 2017

When talking about stroke, the term “intervention” generally refers to thrombectomy– removing a large clo ...

When talking about stroke, the term “intervention” generally refers to thrombectomy– removing a large clot from an artery. Recent evidence confirms that patients with a stroke caused by a large clot w ...

December 20, 2016
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Physical Activity Tips Busy Kids and Families Need to Know About

Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

Sidelined by an Injury?

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

Breastfeeding Empowerment

Celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month

The Selflessness, Patience, and Endurance of Breastfeeding

Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

As More Children and Teens Struggle with Emotional Stressors, Adults Need to Watch for Serious Signs and Know How to Respond

Is Hip or Knee Replacement Right for You?

Life After Joint Replacement: What to Expect

Anterior Approach to Total Hip Replacement

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

Physical Therapy Improves Quality of Life During All Phases of the Breast Cancer Journey

No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset to Transform Unjust Systems—Participating in 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Activities

RSV, Flu and COVID: Signs, Symptoms and Protecting Those Most Vulnerable from the Respiratory Illnesses Swirling in the Community

Long Wait Times in the ER and Urgent Care: How to Know Where to Go to Get the Care You Need & Stay Healthier

Know the Signs of Stroke: FAST

Know the Signs of Stroke: FAST

Valley Medical Center Receives Thrombectomy Capable Certification from Joint Commission

Valley Medical Center Receives Thrombectomy Capable Certification from Joint Commission

For Fourth Consecutive Year, Valley Earns American Heart and Stroke Association’s Highest Award for Stroke Care

For Fourth Consecutive Year, Valley Earns American Heart and Stroke Association’s Highest Award for Stroke Care

Types of Stroke: What is a Lacunar Stroke?

Types of Stroke: What is a Lacunar Stroke?

Supplements for Stroke Survivors to Consider

Supplements for Stroke Survivors to Consider

Can I Drive After a Stroke? What You Need to Know Before You Get Behind the Wheel Again

Can I Drive After a Stroke? What You Need to Know Before You Get Behind the Wheel Again

Valley Medical Center’s Commitment to Quality Stroke Care Recognized with Highest Award from the American Heart Association

Valley Medical Center’s Commitment to Quality Stroke Care Recognized with Highest Award from the American Heart Association

6 Steps to a Healthier Heart

6 Steps to a Healthier Heart

Questions to Ask Yourself When Doing a “FAST & Beyond” Evaluation

Questions to Ask Yourself When Doing a “FAST & Beyond” Evaluation

Emergency First Responders will Enhance their Stroke Evaluation in Early 2017

Emergency First Responders will Enhance their Stroke Evaluation in Early 2017