The Get Ahead of Stroke campaign has debuted a new mobile app to help first responders quickly transport and triage patients to stroke centers equipped to treat severe strokes. The app, Stroke Scales for EMS, is uniquely designed to help first responders determine the severity of a stroke in emergency situations and, in cases of severe stroke, transport patients to neuroendovascular-ready stroke facilities. It includes five common stroke severity scales: LAMS, RACE, CPSSS, FAST-ED and VAN. “Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability nationwide. This app will help…
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