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Monongalia County proclaims itself a 'Stroke Smart County' with hospital partners
Summary
Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing Monongalia County as a Stroke Smart County; local hospital and health system leaders attended and highlighted BEFAST stroke recognition and community education goals.
The Monongalia County Commission unanimously adopted a proclamation on May 20 declaring the county a "Stroke Smart County," a public‑education initiative to promote recognition of stroke symptoms and faster access to care.
The proclamation cites stroke as a leading cause of death and disability and endorses the BEFAST mnemonic (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time to call 911) to help residents identify warning signs. The Commission said the county will partner with hospitals, clinics, EMS, pharmacies and schools to improve stroke literacy in the community.
Dr. Christopher Edwards of Mon Health described his work as an emergency physician and thanked the Commission for the recognition; Mon Health and Vandalia Health leaders — Christine Daniels, Jamie McLaughlin, Michael Glador, Crystal Atkinson, A.J. Hammond and Jeff Good — were present and said the proclamation supports broader prevention and rapid‑response efforts.
The Commission approved the proclamation by voice vote and invited hospital partners for a commemorative photograph following the motion.
Ending: The Commission directed county staff to collaborate with local health providers and first responders on outreach plans tied to the Stroke Smart designation.
