Southside Medical Reserve Corps

06/04/2026

05/27/2026

🧠 Did you know about 1 in 4 stroke survivors will experience another stroke? The good news—many second strokes may be preventable.

Recovery doesn’t end when you leave the hospital. Taking steps to manage your health can help lower your risk and protect your future.

✔️ Know the cause of your stroke
✔️ Manage blood pressure
✔️ Control cholesterol and blood sugar
✔️ Stay active
✔️ Eat healthier
✔️ Maintain a healthy weight
✔️ Stop smoking
✔️ Take medications as prescribed
✔️ Stay involved in your treatment plan

And remember—if stroke symptoms appear, act B.E. F.A.S.T. because time lost is brain lost.

📢 Share this message to help raise awareness and support stroke prevention in our community.



(Graphic on page 1 includes a secondary stroke prevention checklist and B.E. F.A.S.T. warning signs for recognizing stroke symptoms.)

05/26/2026

🧠 5 Stroke Facts Everyone Should Know
Stroke can happen to anyone—and knowing the signs can save lives.

✅ Stroke damages brain cells within minutes.
✅ There are different types of stroke.
✅ 1 in 4 survivors may have another stroke.
✅ Many strokes can be prevented with healthy habits and managing risk factors.
✅ Time lost is brain lost.

Remember B.E. F.A.S.T.:
🔹 Balance
🔹 Eyes
🔹 Face
🔹 Arms
🔹 Speech
🔹 Time—Call 911

Knowledge saves lives. Share to spread awareness. ❤️

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and our freedom.

On behalf of the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps, we extend our deepest gratitude to all service members, veterans, and military families for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice.

To our volunteers—thank you for embodying that same spirit of service, compassion, and selflessness. Your commitment, time, and heart strengthen our communities and help carry forward the legacy of those who served before us.

Today, we remember. We honor. We serve. ❤️🤍💙

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. On behalf of the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps, thank you to all our service members and their families for their efforts and sacrifices. Your dedication as a volunteer reflects the same spirit of service and selflessness that they embodied. Thank you for giving your time, energy, and heart to our community — you help keep their legacy alive through your actions."

05/19/2026

🧠 Women face a higher risk of stroke—and awareness can save lives.

Did you know:
🔹 1 in 5 women will have a stroke in their lifetime
🔹 Stroke is the #3 cause of death in women
🔹 More than 90,000 women die from stroke each year
🔹 About 55,000 more women than men experience stroke annually

Risk factors like pregnancy, high blood pressure, hormone therapy, migraines with aura, smoking, and atrial fibrillation can increase stroke risk.

💬 Talk with your healthcare provider about ways to lower your stroke risk.

📢 Share this post—awareness saves lives.

05/11/2026

🧠❤️ May is American Stroke Month

This American Stroke Month, take charge of your health by focusing on Life’s
Essential 8:
✅ Eat Better
✅ Be More Active
✅ Quit To***co
✅ Get Healthy Sleep
✅ Manage Weight
✅ Control Cholesterol
✅ Manage Blood Sugar
✅ Manage Blood Pressure
Knowledge saves lives. Prevention matters. Share this post to help protect your family, friends, and community.

05/04/2026

🧠 May is Stroke Awareness Month

Stroke can happen to anyone, anywhere—and every second matters.

This month, help us spread awareness by learning the warning signs and sharing this lifesaving information with your family, friends, coworkers, and community.

Remember B.E. F.A.S.T.:
🔹 Balance – Sudden loss of balance
🔹 Eyes – Sudden vision changes
🔹 Face – Face drooping
🔹 Arms – Arm weakness
🔹 Speech – Speech difficulty
🔹 Time – Time to call 911

The faster a stroke is recognized and treated, the better the chance of recovery.

Don’t wait. Know the signs. Act F.A.S.T. Save a life.

📣 Share this post to help raise awareness and empower others with knowledge that could make all the difference.

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉

Today we want to recognize and appreciate the incredible work our administrative team does every day. Your organization, patience, and behind-the-scenes support keep things running smoothly and make a real difference for everyone.

Thank you for everything you do—today and every day! 💛