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Mission Hospital's Stroke Program Receives Fourth Consecutive Get With The Guidelines Award for Exceptional Care

Photo Description: Mission Hospital team members at the American Stroke Association's GWTG award presentation, part of the 2013 International Stroke Conference in Hawaii

Left to Right: Amy Buckner, RN, BSN, Stroke data analyst, Mission Hospital; Cindy Benton, FNP, Mission Neurology; Mat Reeves, DVM, PhD, Get With the Guidelines - Stroke Science Sub-Committee; Robin Jones, RN, MSN, CNRN, Stroke Program Coordinator, Mission Hospital

National Pharmacy Associations Recognize Mission Health for Innovation

ASHEVILLE N.C. (October 30, 2012) – Mission Health today announced it has been recognized nationally for its innovative care models that improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions by involving pharmacists in medication-related transitions of care.

Mission Health and Carolina Spine and Neurosurgery Center Announce Partnership

Mission Health is pleased to announce its partnership with Carolina Spine and Neurosurgery Center. With six locations, Carolina Spine and Neurosurgery Center has been providing specialized treatment of spinal and neurological disorders to the western North Carolina community for over 30 years.

Mission Hospital's stroke program earns quality achievement award for third consecutive year

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (August 20, 2012) - Mission Hospital is proud to announce that its stroke program has received the Get With The Guidelines(R) Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association (ASA).

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Stroke Tips

Quit Smoking

Quit smoking. It's the single most important health change anybody can make. Mission's Nicotine Dependence Program offers classes and support for people wanting to quit smoking or using other forms of tobacco. Call 828-213-0292 for more information.

Maintain a Healthy Blood Pressure

According to the American Heart Association, a healthy blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg. However, some physicians consider the ideal reading to be 115/75 mm Hg. Your physician may suggest medications if needed to bring your blood pressure to a healthy level.

Maintain a Healthy Weight

Even a 10-pound weight loss can help reduce blood pressure. Mission's Wellness Resource Center offers exercise classes and other wellness programs to keep people healthy. Call 828-213-8250 for more information.

Exercise Consistently

Walking is excellent. And it IS fun once you get in the habit!

Try the DASH Diet:

Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Developed at Harvard University, this approach invites you to enjoy large quantities of fruits and vegetables and fat free dairy products. It is proven effective in lowering blood pressure for many people.  At the very least, eat more produce - higher produce consumption is linked with a lower risk of stroke.

 

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