{"id":355037,"date":"2026-01-12T09:51:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T13:51:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=355037"},"modified":"2026-01-12T09:54:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T13:54:32","slug":"rayasta-launches-stroke-awareness-campaign-in-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/rayasta-launches-stroke-awareness-campaign-in-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"RayAsta Foundation launches stroke awareness campaign in schools"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The RayAsta Foundation has announced that it is initiating a health education drive focused on informing students, teachers, and parents about the risks associated with strokes, their early warning indicators, and the critical need for prompt action.<\/p>\n

As per a release from the organization, the goal of this program is to increase awareness within school communities, enabling the Dominican population to identify stroke symptoms swiftly and respond effectively to save lives.<\/p>\n

The campaign will feature engaging presentations in schools, emphasizing:
\n\u2022 Recognizing common stroke signs and symptoms
\n\u2022 Understanding risk factors and prevention methods
\n\u2022 Appropriate steps to take during an emergency
\n\u2022 The crucial importance of seeking immediate medical care<\/p>\n

Organizers say that these sessions will be scheduled during regular school hours, such as homeroom or assemblies. The RayAsta team will collaborate with Jael Joseph, Dr. Shane Mc Intyre, and Dr. Gael Thomas to deliver the information, combining educational content with practical advice.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal is to ensure that students and educators understand that stroke can happen to anyone and that recognizing the signs early can save lives,\u201d stated campaign coordinator Cecilia St. Hilaire. \u201cAwareness is the first step to prevention.\u201d<\/p>\n

The RayAsta Stroke Awareness School Campaign is set to launch in participating schools starting Monday, January 12, 2026.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The RayAsta Foundation has announced that it is initiating a health education drive focused on informing students, teachers, and parents about the risks associated with strokes, their early warning indicators, and the critical need for prompt action. 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