A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. At any sign of a stroke — slurred speech, trouble seeing, dizziness, numbness or weakness in face, arm or leg, is a medical emergency. Call 911 and head to Anderson ER.
At any sign of a stroke — slurred speech, trouble seeing, dizziness, numbness or weakness in face, arm or leg — call 911 and head to Anderson ER. Our continuum of care includes specially trained ambulance staff, physicians, nurses and therapists.
Know the warning signs and symptoms:
Act F.A.S.T.
F for Face = half smile
A for Arms = one-sided weakness
S for Speech = slurred speech is a sign
T for Time = head to the Anderson ER fast; immediate care makes all the difference
At the first sign of any of these symptoms, call 911 and ask to be taken to Anderson Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Room.
Our continuum of care includes the Tom C. Maynor Rehabilitation Center at Anderson - South. The staff at the Tom C. Maynor Rehabilitation Center works to help patients achieve their maximum level of independence and regain their lives.
Our stroke support group offers support, education and fellowship for stroke survivors and their caregivers. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Anderson - South Board Room. The group is led by stroke survivor and advocate Tom C. Maynor. Call 601.703.5477 for more information.
Anderson Regional Health System offers a wide range of medical services, including cancer, cardiac, pediatric, surgical, and trauma care. Our healthcare professionals are committed to improving the lives of those we serve.
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