As the busiest Comprehensive Stroke Center in Los Angeles County, we believe that community education is a cornerstone for stroke prevention. This #StrokeAwarenessMonth, we challenge you to join us in raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of stroke so that you can recognize a stroke the moment it happens to you or a loved one. Have you heard the term "Time is Brain" before? It means that every minute a stroke goes untreated is a minute that brain tissue and function can be lost, sometimes irreversibly. It is critical to call 9-1-1 if you suspect a stroke so that emergency services can transport you to a stroke center nearby. Remember: BE FAST 🧠 B - Balance: Sudden loss of balance or coordination. E - Eyes: Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. F - Face: Face drooping or numbness, especially on one side. A - Arms: Weakness or numbness in one arm, often on one side of the body. S - Speech: Slurred speech or difficulty speaking. T - Time: Time to call 911 immediately if any of these symptoms occur. Call 911 immediately. Time is crucial, and early intervention can significantly improve health outcomes. Or RÁPIDO 🧠 R - Rostro caído Á - Alteración del equilibrio P - Pérdida de fuerza en un brazo o un piema I - Impedimiento visual repentino D - Dificultad para hablar O - Obten ayuda. Llama al 911. Pictured: Katrina Woolfolk, RN, Stroke Program Nurse, and Karen Tse-Chang, RN, BSN, SCRN, Stroke Program Nurse Manager, at a Pomona CommUnity Pull Up on May 6th. (fb)

Happy Mother's Day 💐 Each year, our Auxiliary gifts flowers to our many beautiful mothers in the hospital - from new and champion moms to NICU moms, moms of our pediatric patients and our own Associates 🩷 (fb)