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.
Lower your blood pressure to avoid risk of stroke
June is stroke awareness month and October 29 is World Stroke Day. A stroke is when blood stops reaching any...
Introducing a dietetic assistant
Kaylee MacLellan always knew she wanted a career that would help people and was interested in working in a hospital....
2021 Celebrations: Stroke Care
Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is a provincial and national leader in stroke care, with Hamilton General Hospital serving as the...
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit a “turning point” for patient experiencing seizures
Chris Kindy was in a casino with friends when he had his first seizure at 20 years old in 2001....
Introducing a Principal Investigator in stroke research
Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) neurologist Dr. Aristeidis Katsanos is deeply committed to improving outcomes for stroke patients. “I love neurology,...