Partnerships to End Stroke in Alabama

American Stroke Assocation

Created in 1997, the American Stroke Association is dedicated to prevention, diagnosis and treatment to save lives from stroke - America's No. 3 killer and a leading cause of serious disability. The Association funds scientific research, helps people better understand and avoid stroke, encourages government support, guides healthcare professionals and provides information to enhance the quality of life for stroke survivors.

Comprehensive Stroke Center

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is the first hospital in Alabama to be certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and The Join Commission, a nonprofit national health care accreditation agency. UAB's Stroke Center handles more than 1,800 cases annually, with care delivered by a team of expert stroke physicians. Learn more about the UAB Comprehensive Stroke Center.