Having a stroke? Make 911 your first call
Fri, 09 Feb 2007 06:49 PM EST
... NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who think they're having a stroke, and their loved ones, often call others for advice before calling an ambulance, hints a study conducted in Australia. This could lead to delays in the administration of potentially life-saving treatment. ...
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