Northeast Georgia Medical Center educates about stroke awareness

By Megan Horn

CNI News Service

Rabun County First Responders were recognized for their lifesaving efforts when Daniel “Jack” Smith suffered a stroke in June, during a special ceremony at the Rabun County Senior Center last month. Pictured are Logan Carnes; Beverly Mason; Justin Upchurch; Marilyn Ballew; Mike Carnes; Jane Thomason; Gregg Dover; Daniel “Jack” Smith; Katie Coalley; Kenette Turner; Jonathan Watts; and Tate Nichols. MEGAN HORN/The Clayton Tribune
Rabun County First Responders were recognized for their lifesaving efforts when Daniel “Jack” Smith suffered a stroke in June, during a special ceremony at the Rabun County Senior Center last month. Pictured are Logan Carnes; Beverly Mason; Justin Upchurch; Marilyn Ballew; Mike Carnes; Jane Thomason; Gregg Dover; Daniel “Jack” Smith; Katie Coalley; Kenette Turner; Jonathan Watts; and Tate Nichols. MEGAN HORN/The Clayton Tribune

   It’s important to know the signs of a stroke and Northeast Georgia Health System educates communities on how to detect if a loved one is having a stroke and how to respond with action.

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