React “FAST” to the signs of stroke
In Canada, someone has a stroke every nine minutes. Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age and occurs suddenly, often without warning. It's important to recognize the signs of stroke and act quickly to improve the chances of recovery.
2022 Celebrations: Cardiac, Stroke and Trauma Care
Our year in review Hamilton Health Sciences’ Hamilton General Hospital is a regional centre for cardiac, stroke and trauma care,...
Creating a personalized map for people with stroke
David Dayler’s world was turned upside down when he suffered a stroke almost five years ago. “Until then I had...
“Stroke” takes on new meaning for dragon boat paddler
When Nancy Hindmarsh woke up with no feeling in her arm, she thought it was just asleep from an awkward...
“Time is brain” when it comes to stroke recovery
Just a few weeks ago, Murray Quanz was getting ready for a virtual Mother’s Day visit with his mother-in-law when...
Hamilton Health Sciences earns Distinction in Stroke Services
Accreditation Canada, the accreditation body that evaluates Canadian hospitals to ensure national standards are met or exceeded, has awarded Hamilton...