Stroke Smart Virginia is a public health initiative to reduce pre-hospital delays and increase timely stroke treatment through simple education and actions. The Virginia Stroke Systems Task Force (VSSTF) adopted Stroke Smart Virginia as a statewide initiative in 2021 and formed a Stroke Smart Virginia Community Action Group that meets monthly. If you wish to learn more, email Stroke@vdh.virginia.gov .
Stroke Smart Recognition Programs
VDH currently supports three recognition opportunities: Medical Practice, Partner, and Cities and Counties.
- Stroke Smart Medical Practice - recognizes medical practices that are implementing up to five criteria focused on education and early intervention for stroke awareness and prevention. Visit the Stroke Smart Medical Practice page to learn more.
- Stroke Smart Partner - recognizes businesses and organizations working to educate their staff and community about how to Spot a Stroke, Stop a Stroke, and Save a Life. Any organization - large or small - is welcome to join. Visit the Stroke Smart Partner page to learn more.
- Stroke Smart Cities and Counties - highlights proclamations by local government of a city or county as their commitment to promote stroke awareness and education. Visit the Stroke Smart City and County page to learn more.
Stroke Smart Success Story
What is a success story? A success story is when someone recognizes the signs of a stroke happening and intervenes, such as calling 911 immediately. Sharing success stories is a way to show the impact of Stroke Smart Virginia efforts.
Share your success story here.
