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The Montana Department of Public Health and members of the Montana Stroke Initiative are proud of the collaborative work presented here. Stroke knowledge among urban and frontier first responders and emergency medical technicians in Montana. Although stroke knowledge did not differ between urban and frontier groups, stroke screens and stroke protocols were less likely to be used in the frontier areas. Training opportunities and the implementation of stroke protocols and screening tools are needed for EMS providers, particularly in frontier counties. J Rural Health. 2008 Spring;24(2):189-93. Public Education Strategies to Increase Awareness A high-intensity public education campaign can increase community awareness of the warnings signs for stroke and the need to call 911. Journal of Public Health Management Practice, 2008 14(3), E17-22
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Rural Community Knowledge of Stroke Warning Signs and Risk Factors |
Residents of two rural counties were generally aware of stroke warning signs, but their knowledge of stroke risk factors was limited. Preventing Chronic Disease Volume 2: No. 2, April 2005.
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Availability of Diagnostic and Treatment Services
for Acute Stroke in Frontier Counties in Montana and Northern Wyoming |
Resources and technology necessary to provide quality acute stroke care were available in approximately half of hospitals in the frontier counties of Montana and northern Wyoming. A stroke network model could enhance care and improve outcomes for stroke victims in frontier counties. |
Defining Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease For American Indians: The prevalence of CVD risk factors among American Indian adults in Montana is high, and for many of the risk factors, has increased significantly over a 5-year period. Circulation 2005;112:2263-2267 Perceived Risk for Developing Stroke Among Older Adults |
Many adults with multiple risk factors do not perceive themselves to be at risk for stroke. Clinical and public health efforts are needed to increase awareness of the risk for stroke. Prev Med 2005 Sept-Oct;41 (3-4):791-4 |