National Stroke Awareness Month

May is Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is the 2nd leading cause of death worldwide and the leading cause of disability. It is important to be able to spot stroke warning signs, because recognizing stroke warning signs and taking action by calling 911 immediately may be the difference between life and death.

The American Stroke Association uses the letters F.A.S.T. to spot a stroke. F.A.S.T stands for face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty and time to call 911. Other symptoms are numbness, confusion, trouble seeing, trouble walking, and severe headache. Stroke is an emergency. Every minute counts.

Locally, UF Health Shands Comprehensive Stroke Center received Joint Commission and American Stroke Association/American Heart Association certifications and is ranked within the top 10% of all hospitals nationally in stroke treatment, procedures, and care. Our Stroke Mobile Vehicle is only 1 of 20 mobile stroke programs in the US.


For more information and resources on stroke, click here.

Below is the lifetime history of stroke among HealthStreet members by age, race and sex. The data show that between 4 and 5% of women 45 years of age and older report a history of stroke. Overall, the percent of people 18 to 44 years of age report having had a stroke is low (1%). The prevalence of stroke is highest among white men 75+ years of age (9%).

HealthStreet Hosts First All In-Person Safety Net Collaborative Meeting in Five Years

The Alachua County Safety Net Collaborative (SNC) is a coalition of healthcare and social service organizations in Alachua County, Florida, working together to provide comprehensive, accessible care for underserved populations.

The collaborative brings brings together leaders of area clinics, hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and local government entities to coordinate services, reduce duplication efforts, and improve health outcomes for our most in need community members.

Although the SNC typically offers hybrid meetings, on Friday, April 25, the Safety Net met again at UF HealthStreet; however, this time, there was no hybrid option. It was a totally in-person meeting—the first it had had since COVID. Nearly 40 representatives from various organizations attended to explore ways to strengthen our community’s safety net through collaboration.

Breakfast Egg Casserole

This week's recipe is a breakfast egg casserole. This simple dish is easy to bake and can be modified to add a variety of ingredients based on what you have available! With the price of eggs as they are now, you can visit us at HealthStreet’s HOPE Food Pantry. We offer eggs!

Ingredients:

• 6-10 eggs
• 2-3 cups grated cheddar cheese
• 6 slices day-old bread, cut into 3/4 to 1-inch-wide-cubes
• 2 cups milk
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

• 1 cup corn kernels, cooked or frozen
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced potatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped broccoli

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Make the casserole base by beating the eggs in a large bowl and mix in the milk and cheese. Then add the bread and carefully stir until all pieces of bread are moistened.
• Add the additions if you would like any included.
• Bake the casserole at 350 degrees in a baking dish for 50 minutes to an hour until the top is browned and the center springs back when touched. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

NARCAN® Saves Lives

Narcan Nasal Spray may counteract the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Since most accidental overdoses occur in a home setting, it was developed for family, friends, and caregivers - with no medical training required.

HealthStreet has distributed 310 NARCAN® kits—620 total units—during the month of March.

HealthStreet has partnered with Florida Department of Children and Families to distribute NARCAN® in our community. Call 352-294-4880 today to get your own NARCAN® Nasal Spray at no charge to you.

Consider Donating to HealthStreet

Together, we can make a difference!

Your donation will directly support essential services and truly make a difference in our community. Every dollar you contribute helps us take steps towards reducing disparities that affect so many.

Just imagine the impact of your generosity: for $25, you can provide 15 personal care items, ensuring dignity and basic hygiene for those in need. With $50, we can purchase 16 daily bus passes to RTS, giving individuals reliable transportation to access vital jobs, healthcare, and services. And with $100, we can fuel the vehicles that our Community Health Workers use with 32 gallons of gasoline, enabling them to reach those in need and provide critical referrals and support.

We are also asking for direct donations of personal care items such as: shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, body wash, shaving kits & cream, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, deodorant, floss, pads, tampons, disposable wipes, hairbrushes and diapers.