Brain Health: Stroke and Neuroscience

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Science News

Nursing Wellness in Academic and Clinical Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing
Large-Core Ischemic Stroke Endovascular Treatment
Palliative and End-of-Life Care in Stroke
Identifying Best Practices for Improving the Evaluation and Management of Stroke in Rural Lower-Resourced Settings
Vascular Neurology Considerations for Antiamyloid Immunotherapy

Journals

Thrombectomy With Low ASPECTS: The Roles of Infarct Volume and Postacute Neurological Status
General Anesthesia Versus Conscious Sedation in Thrombectomy Patients With Low NIHSS Anterior Circulation Stroke
Safety, Functional Disability, Healthcare Utilization, and Quality-of-Life Outcomes in Elderly Receiving Alteplase and Tenecteplase: A Secondary Analysis From the AcT Trial
Enhancing Stroke Awareness and Activation Among High-Risk Populations: A Randomized Direct Mail Intervention in Diverse Healthcare Settings
Comparison of Local and Centrally Adjudicated Modified Rankin Scale Scores in the MOST Trial

Continuing Education

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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.

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