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Advancing the Ontario Stroke System

The Ontario Stroke Network's key function is to enable the advancement of the Ontario Stroke System, consisting of all Ontario stroke centres and prevention clinics, primarily through leading provincial initiatives, acting as a credible advisor, evaluating and driving system performance and coordinating the research and knowledge management programs. <<READ MORE>>

OSN's Mission
We provide provincial leadership and planning for the Ontario Stroke System by measuring performance, partnering to achieve best practices, and creating innovations for stroke prevention, care, recovery and reintegration. <<READ MORE>>

Stroke Survivor Stories
Time is Brain: Emergency Stroke Recognition & Recovery: A Stroke Survivor's Reflection on Recovery following tPA. How prompt and effective best practice stroke care can make a difference. <<READ MORE>>

What's New?

"23 and 1/2 Hours" What is the single best thing we can do for our health?  To find out more about one way to reduce your risk of stroke and other diseases << CLICK HERE>>

The Five Warning Signs of Stroke  <<OTHER LANGUAGES>>
If you are currently experiencing the signs and symptoms of stroke, call 911 or your emergency medical number immediately. Stroke can be treated. That’s why it is so important to recognize and respond to the warning signs. <<READ MORE>>

 

  Weakness - Sudden loss of strength or sudden numbness in the face, arm or leg, even if temporary.
  Trouble speaking - Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding or sudden confusion, even if temporary.
  Vision problems - Sudden trouble with vision, even if temporary.
  Headache - Sudden severe and unusual headache.
  Dizziness - Sudden loss of balance, especially with any of the above signs.

 

 

The information on this site is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. It is important that if you need medical advice that you consult your physician or other health-care professional for advice and answers about your own medical situation. If you are looking for general information about your health, stroke risk factors or warning signs, or community services please explore the following web-sites: Heart and Stroke Foundation, Stroke Recovery Canada, Community Care Access Centre.

If you would like to find out more about the stroke program in your area please go to the interactive map.



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