Stroke & Pregnancy: Higher Risk for Moms – Know the Signs

The already vulnerable period of pregnancy and postpartum is now revealed to be a time of significantly heightened stroke risk for women with a prior history of ischemic stroke – more than doubling their chances of experiencing another event. This finding, presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2026, isn’t merely a statistical … Read more

2026 Stroke Care: Wider Access to Advanced Treatment

The landscape of stroke care is undergoing a rapid evolution, and the American Stroke Association’s newly released 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke reflects this seismic shift. This isn’t merely an update; it’s a recalibration of best practices driven by a decade of breakthrough trials and a growing urgency … Read more