Baptist Health has been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for its exceptional stroke care through the Get With The Guidelines – Stroke initiative.
Among the nine Baptist Health hospitals honored, Fishermen’s Community Hospital in Marathon and Mariners Hospital in Tavernier received the prestigious Rural Gold awards for stroke care.
This achievement highlights Baptist Health’s dedication to delivering life-saving stroke treatment and prevention programs to the Keys. Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, making early detection and treatment critical to improving survival rates and recovery outcomes.
The Rural Gold awards are particularly significant for the Keys, a region that faces unique challenges in delivering advanced medical care due to its rural and geographically dispersed nature. These awards reflect the efforts of Fishermen’s and Mariners in ensuring that world-class stroke care is available locally.
Stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is blocked or bursts, leading to the death of brain cells. Early detection and treatment are essential to minimizing disability and accelerating recovery.More information is at baptisthealth.net.
