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Sex matters: Closing the gender gap in research and medicine

Association President Stacey E. Rosen, MD, calls on the stroke community to turn sex-based science into meaningful gains for women’s health.

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#ISC26 Closing Main Event reports on SPAN2, I-ACQUIRE, LAIS, LUMOSA, CONCERN, MeVO, DISTALS and BCI-REHAB trials

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Late-Breaking Science reveals findings on adjunct intra-arterial thrombolysis, TNK, tirofiban and more

Catch up on all the #ISC26 posters you missed at the conference

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CHOICE-2, FASTEST and CREST 2 results revealed during Opening Main Event

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GLP-1s: From weight loss to brain gain

Therapies well known for helping patients drop pounds show potential in fighting dementia and stroke.

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Assessing changes, additions to 2026 acute ischemic stroke guideline

New guidance is a landmark expansion in treatment recommendations.

Let's lead the charge in stroke care. Together.

Let's lead the charge in stroke care. Together.

Every minute matters in stroke treatment. Joint Commission’s comprehensive portfolio of advanced stroke certifications helps hospitals deliver timely, evidence-based care that saves lives and improves recovery.

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Intensive medical management, revascularization and algorithms

New research and strategies point the way to the future of carotid artery disease treatment.

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Polygenic risk scores: Potential game changer

Scores could pave the way for better prevention and treatment in stroke.

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CEO highlights Heart Association accomplishments

Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association, outlined how the organization is "charting a bold path for the future of brain health."

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Cancer and ischemic stroke

Understanding the connection between cancer and ischemic stroke requires current knowledge, future research.

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New research emerges on LVOs

Experts explain paradigm shift in treatment strategies.

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Cause of pediatric stroke may be overlooked in young adults

Awareness of focal cerebral arteriopathy, along with quick action and aggressive monitoring, is vital.

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Virtual solutions get real-world results

Virtual reality and augmented reality emerge as useful tools in aiding recovery from stroke.

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Tracking microRNA clues in vascular dementia

New data-driven research may hold the keys to therapeutic targets in the future.

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#ISC26 honors awardees

Fueling the Heart Powered movement

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#ISC26 abstract categories and communities

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Game of Strokes tees up friendly competition

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#ISC26 Guidelines and Scientific Statements

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Call for Science 2027

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Career Fair

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#ISC26 Essential Guide

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ISC26 Fireside Chats

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Visit the Puppy Snuggle Zone in Booth 341

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Don’t miss the Simulation Zone