Brain Health: Stroke and Neuroscience

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Science News

2026 Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia
Forecasting the Burden of Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke in Women in the US Through 2050
Malnutrition and Cachexia in Inpatients With Acute Cardiac Conditions
Clonal Hematopoiesis and Its Cardiovascular Implications
Classification and Management of Ischemic Stroke in Patients with Active Cancer

Journals

Systemic Cardiovascular Factors and Outcomes in Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas: Insights From the CONDOR Registry
Safety of Rapid Local Ischemic Postconditioning After Thrombectomy in Acute Stroke: A Dose-Finding Trial (RAPID SAVE)
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Stroke Motor Recovery What the TRANSPORT2 Trial Taught Us
Minimal Sufficient Balance Randomization and Site-Specific Covariate and Group Size Imbalance in Multicenter Acute Stroke Trials
Sex-Based Efficacy of Endovascular Thrombectomy Techniques in LVO Stroke: A Multicenter Registry Analysis

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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