Integrated stroke care system results in fewer deaths, discharges to long-term care facilities

<P>Contact: Kim Barnhardt<BR>kim.barnhardt@cmaj.ca<BR>613-520-7116 x2224<BR>Canadian Medical Association Journal <BR>
<P>An integrated system of stroke care delivery in Ontario, Canada, has resulted in fewer deaths from stroke and fewer discharges to long-term care facilities because of better access to optimal stroke care, according to a study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). </P>
<P>Stroke is a major cause of death and

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