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Nationwide, 6 stroke advocates selected to receive 2024 Stroke Hero Awards

American Heart News - Stroke News

DALLAS, May 1, 2024 – Each year, approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke.[1] 1] Six local stroke heroes from across the country are being recognized by the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, for.

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September 2024 Stroke Highlights

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue 9 , Page 2199-2199, September 1, 2024.

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World Stroke Organization, Philips Release Paper on Expanding Access to Stroke Care

DAIC

tim.hodson Tue, 09/10/2024 - 13:18 Sept. 10, 2024 — Royal Philips and the World Stroke Organization (WSO) have published a policy paper calling for a revolution in stroke care to make a real difference to the lives of millions and bring significant economic benefits worldwide.

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ISC 2024 Late-breaking Science Finding from ZODIAC Study: Position of Head Before Surgery May Improve Stroke Patient’s Neurological Function

DAIC

trial presented during the International Stroke Conference found that while hospital beds for stroke patients are typically elevated at the head, a flat head position before surgical removal of a blood clot in the brain (thrombectomy) may lead to better outcomes. Late-breaking science from a multi-center U.S. 9 in Phoenix, AZ.

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August 2024 Stroke Highlights

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue 8 , Page 1961-1961, August 1, 2024.

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11 leading stroke scientists to receive American Stroke Association honors

American Heart News - Stroke News

6, 2024 PHOENIX, Feb. 6, 2024 – Eleven scientists leading the way in stroke research will be recognized during the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024 for their. Embargoed until 8 a.m. ET, Tuesday, Feb.

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July 2024 Stroke Highlights

Stroke Journal

Stroke, Volume 55, Issue 7 , Page 1729-1729, July 1, 2024.

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