Brain Health: Stroke and Neuroscience

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Science News

2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics
Assessing and Addressing Cardiovascular and Obstetric Risks in Patients Undergoing Assisted Reproductive Technology
Nursing Wellness in Academic and Clinical Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
Large-Core Ischemic Stroke Endovascular Treatment
Palliative and End-of-Life Care in Stroke

Journals

Comparison of Noncontrast Computed Tomography, Multiphase Computed Tomography Angiography, and Computed Tomography Perfusion to Assess Infarct Growth Rate in Acute Stroke
One‐Year Functional Outcome of Patients After Surgery for Acute Stanford Type A Aortic Dissection
Association Between Age at Diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation and Subsequent Risk of Ischemic Stroke
Novel CT Image‐Based Intracerebral Bleeding Risk Score for Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke Undergoing Thrombolysis
Examination of Inter‐α Inhibitor Proteins in Permanent and Transient Focal Ischemia

Continuing Education

Chief Science and Medical Officer of the American Heart Association (AHA), Mariell Jessup, MD, FAHA, welcomes attendees to the International Stroke Conference 2025 opening main 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

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