Stroke Risk Assessment March 30

will offer Stroke Risk Assessments to the public March 30 between 8:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Participants in this screening will receive a free assessment, free health information and educational resources as well a personal review of their risk factors and education about the signs and symptoms of stroke.   

All participants must be pre-registered for their screening. You can schedule an appointment by calling 510-814-4362.

According to the hospital's website, "Stroke is a common disorder also known as a brain attack. It happens when part of the brain is injured due to a problem with the blood vessels connected to the brain... Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in the United States and the third leading cause of death."

“These screenings are vital to the community. They provide important education about strokes and how to reduce your risk,” said Mary Bond, RN, executive director of Nursing at Alameda Hospital. “Many people do not realize that they are at risk for a stroke or the importance of identifying the signs and symptoms. We will provide an assessment as well as education.”

The screenings will include blood pressure, body mass index, finger stick blood test for total cholesterol, and blood glucose in addition to a quick look EKG for heart rhythm. Educational resources on healthy eating, decreasing risk and identifying stroke symptoms will also be available.

If you cannot attend the March 30 assessment, but want your stroke risk screened in the future, visit the hospital's website here to see the monthly stroke risk assessment schedule.

Alameda Hospital is a Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center.