Spot a Stroke, Stop a Stroke, Save a Life. CALL 911.
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.
- The Stroke Smart Medical Practice program recognizes medical practices that implement defined practices to increase stroke sign awareness.
- The Stroke Smart Partner program recognizes organizations that educate their staff and community about stroke sign awareness.
- Stroke Smart Cities and Counties have proclaimed their community's commitment to increase stroke sign awareness.
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.
