Recognizing symptoms can save a life and decrease the chances of permanent disabilities.
Use the letters in B.E.F.A.S.T. to spot a stroke:
*This list is not inclusive of all possible medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is a Level III acute stroke ready center, as designated by the Missouri Department of Health and Human Services. Our stroke ready center demonstrated expertise in the early assessment, rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke emergencies.
The stroke care team at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center collaborates with local EMS to provide patients with quick access to advanced diagnostic and treatment technology.
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Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
A heart attack can occur at any time & they are not always sudden & intense. Knowing & recognizing heart attack warning signs can save a life.
If not due to an injury, most pain should be addressed with your doctor. However, some symptoms may require immediate medical attention.
The types, severity & causes of stomach pain range from mild to life-threatening. View our list of emergent symptoms & know when to go to the ER.
There are many possible causes for the feelings of dizziness, weakness and confusion. View symptoms & know when to go to the ER.
Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed and is often extremely painful. View symptoms & know when to go to the ER.
While not always heart-related, some causes of chest pain, such as a heart attack, can be life threatening. View possible causes of chest pain and know when to go to the ER.
Recognizing symptoms can save a life and decrease the chances of permanent disabilities. Know when to go to the ER for symptoms of stroke.
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