Resurrection Health Care Primary Stroke Care Programs Awarded Accreditation from Joint ...( CHICAGO July 23 /- Did yo...),Health

CHICAGO, July 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Did you know that stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States? Or that almost every 45 seconds in the U.S., a person experiences a stroke?

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When it comes to acute stroke care, every minute counts. That's why we're proud to announce that The Joint Commission granted all seven (7) Resurrection Health Care (RHC) acute care hospitals the Gold Seal of Approval(TM) for Advanced Disease-Specific Certification as Primary Stroke Centers. RHC was awarded these distinctions after the Joint Commission conducted daylong on-site reviews of each RHC acute care stroke program in May.

"Resurrection demonstrated that its stroke care programs follow national standards and guidelines that can significantly improve outcomes for stroke patients," said Jean E. Range, M.D., R.N., C.P.H.Q., Executive Director, Disease-Specific Care Certification, Joint Commission.

Now, a patient anywhere in the Chicagoland area with stroke signs and symptoms can be assessed and treated efficiently and effectively at any RHC hospital - with the same proven, evidence-based medical practices in stroke care.

"We're proud to achieve this distinction," said Anita Halvorsen, System Director, Neuroscience Service Line, Resurrection Health Care. "Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification recognizes our commitment to providing outstanding care to our patients and communities."

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