Brain Health: Stroke and Neuroscience

Keep up to date on preventing and managing stroke.

Science News

Post-Myocardial Infarction Psychological Distress
Vascular Contributions to Cognitive Impairment and Dementia in the United States
2025 High Blood Pressure Guideline
Exercise Intolerance and Response to Training in Patients With Postacute Sequelae of SARS-CoV2 (Long COVID)
Alcohol Use and Cardiovascular Disease

Journals

Clinical and Imaging Characteristics of Infective Endocarditis‐Associated Versus Atrial Fibrillation‐Associated Stroke
Area‐Level Income Disparities and the Timing of First Ischemic Stroke: Insights From the 2019 National Inpatient Sample
Cervical Internal Carotid Artery Plaque Composition and Chronic White Matter Disease in Patients With Noncardioembolic Stroke: A Multicenter Analysis
Chondroitin Sulfate as a New Profibrinolytic-Like Agent: A Preclinical Proof of Concept in a Model of Thromboembolic Stroke in Mice
Genetic Ablation of miR-146a Induces Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Formation by Intensifying Inflammatory M1-Like Macrophages Polarization and Vascular Smooth Muscle Cell Phenotypic Switching

Continuing Education

International Stroke Conference attendees are shown during a poster session.
The Stroke Council is dedicated to advancing the science of stroke prevention, treatment and recovery through research and education. Members develop scientifically based publications, meetings, education, and training programs; they help translate stroke-related science into effective initiatives and products for the public, healthcare professionals, healthcare facilities and policymakers.

The CVSN Council accelerates the discovery, interpretation, and application of science to enhance cardiovascular health and treat cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The council helps develop scientific statements and advisories, guide professional education activities, provide scientific expertise, conduct research, translate findings, and promote evidence-based practices in clinical settings.

American Heart Association Professional Members

Enjoy instant benefits!

  • Free Online Access to AHA Scientific Journals
  • Affiliate with our 16 Scientific Councils
  • Discounts on Scientific Conference Registration and Online Courses

Learn more about Professional Membership