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The NINDS conducts stroke research and clinical trials at its laboratories and clinics at the NIH, and through grants to major medical institutions across the country.
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STROKE MATERIALS: RADIO PSAs
"Ambulance"
Listen to this 30 second PSA to learn why it is important to act fast when experiencing a stroke emergency.
"Hero"
Want to be a hero? Listen to this 30 second PSA to learn what it takes to save someone from a stroke emergency.
"Rush"
Recognizing the symptoms of stroke and receiving hospital treatment within one hour can prevent lifelong disability. Listen to this 30 second PSA to learn more.
"Ruth's Story"
This 60 second PSA is a real life story that describes the importance of responding quickly to a stroke emergency.
"Ileana" (Spanish)
Llegar al hospital a tiempo puede salvarle la vida. Escuche este anuncio para aprender sobre los síntomas de un ataque cerebral.
"Manuel" (Spanish)
Escuche este anuncio para aprender sobre los síntomas de un ataque cerebral.
Know Stroke Toolkit
This boxed kit of materials has everything needed for planning and conducting a stroke education event. Included is a facilitator's guide, with step-by-step training on how to host a stroke awareness event; Know Stroke brochures in Spanish and English; What you Need to Know about Stroke brochures in Spanish and Engish; posters; and an award-winning 8 minute DVD and videotape featuring interviews with medical experts and stroke patients.
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Spanish Toolkit
The Spanish-language toolkit on stroke is designed to be used by lay health educators (promotores de salud), community leaders, and health care professionals to educate Hispanics about the signs of stroke and the importance of calling 911 promptly. This substantial boxed toolkit includes a bilingual, laminated, stand-alone flipchart (14" x 17") which graphically illustrates the different types of stroke, risk factors and symptoms. The kit also contains a 13-minute Spanish-language DVD and videotape and Spanish-language brochures.
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