The care you receive in those first few moments is critical, so know the signs, know where to go and BEFASTT.
Up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable and it’s the thing most likely to disable you and make you dependent on your family for your needs. INTEGRIS Health is Oklahoma’s leading provider of stroke medicine, specializing in prevention, treatment and rehabilitation with a commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion. We are proud to offer award-winning care with highly specialized stroke services, from our dedicated neuro intensive care unit and Telestroke care, to our cutting-edge rehabilitation program.
At INTEGRIS Health, we understand how crucial time is when treating stroke patients and that is why we are always committed to being available for you. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 for treating stroke patients with a variety of treatment options. Our innovative and comprehensive process for treating survivors of stroke, includes educational opportunities designed to raise awareness about the risk factors of stroke, how to minimize them, and how to respond should the signs of a stroke present themselves to you or a loved one.
The new revised acronym B-E-F-A-S-T-T( B=Balance: E=Eyes, check for vision loss, F=Facial Droop, A=Arm weakness or drift; S=Slurred Speech; T=Terrible Headache; T=Time to call 911) is a simple tool to educate patients about the most common warning signs and symptoms of a stroke, and to call 911 instantly if they even have a suspicion that a possible stroke has occurred. NO aspirin, water, food, NOTHING IN MOUTH. Teaching your children or loved ones could save your life.
We strive to provide you with care that’s not only the best available, but care that’s convenient and as close to home as possible. These INTEGRIS Health locations near you are ready to help.
