The Georgia Neuro Center at The Medical Center of Central Georgia and Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital, services of Central Georgia Health System, recognize the importance of educating central Georgians about stroke. According to the Centers of Disease Control, stroke is a leading cause of death and the leading cause of long term disability in America. The country’s highest death rates due to stroke are in the Southeast.

In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, Macon Mayor Robert Reichert will proclaim May “Stroke Awareness Month in Macon” on Friday, May 2 at 3:30 p.m. in a ceremony at Macon City Hall. This is not a public event, but media are invited to attend.

The Georgia Neuro Center at MCCG is an American Heart Association (AHA) “Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award” winner and a member of AHA’s Target Stroke Honor Roll. The awards recognize MCCG’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted guidelines.