World Stroke Organization

Launching today, the world’s first multisector advocacy movement dedicated to stroke - the Global Stroke Action Coalition - has issued an urgent call to action to address growing inequities in stroke. Already a leading cause of death and disability, without intervention, the global burden of stroke is projected to rise by a further 50% over the next 25 years, claiming 100 million lives and costing US$1.6 trillion each year. https://lnkd.in/e_zz3YGs #StrokeActionNow Bo Norrving Sheila Cristina Ouriques Martins Jeyaraj Pandian Maria (Mia) Fredin Grupper Sharon Epperson Joseph Rukelibuga Melinda B. Roaldsen Joanna Laurson-Doube Kate de Bienassis

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Had the privilege of visiting the World Health Organization Country Office in Baghdad, Iraq, where I had insightful discussions on advancing stroke care in collaboration with WHO, and the Ministry of Health, Iraq. Grateful to Dr. Karwan Othman Dizayee, Public Health Officer at WHO/ Liaison Officer/ Managing WHO Liaison Office at MOH; Dr. Jamela Alraiby, WR to Jordan; Dr. Hussam Abdulrasool, MOH and Dr. Mustafa Al Shahni for their support in coordinating this impactful meeting. Looking forward to strengthening stroke care initiatives in Iraq!

I had the opportunity to visit several hospitals in Iraq, including the new Medical City hospital—a collaboration between Iraq and Korea—located within the Baghdad General Hospital campus. The team is preparing to launch an advanced stroke center, which marks a promising step in enhancing stroke care in the region. I also visited the Emergency Department Training Center, which is fully equipped to train paramedics and healthcare professionals, further strengthening Iraq’s emergency medical services. Additionally, I explored Diwaniyah and Najjar General Hospitals, with the visits expertly coordinated by Dr. Mustafa Al Shahni. During my time in Baghdad, I had the privilege of meeting many senior neurologists, engaging in insightful discussions about the future of stroke care. Moving forward, WSO’s strategy will focus on establishing Stroke Center Certification to further advance stroke treatment and care standards in Iraq.

Honored to participate in the Kurdistan Neurology Association's National Conference in Erbil, where I connected with passionate neurologists and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing stroke care. I had the opportunity to discuss Stroke Systems of Care and the WSO Stroke Center Certification Program, paving the way for future collaboration with regional stroke champions! Excited for what’s ahead!

A rare and powerful meeting at the MENA-VINM conference in Cairo, Egypt, bringing together Prof. Simona Sacco, President of the European Stroke Organization, and Dr. Adel Alhazzany, President of the Middle East and North Africa Stroke Organization. With stroke remaining the leading cause of death and disability globally, there’s an urgent need for advocacy at the upcoming WHA and UNGA meetings to drive action and policy change.

Your research deserves the spotlight! 🌟 Share your findings, connect with global experts, and gain the recognition your work deserves. Whether you’re exploring AI in stroke care, neurocritical care, or prevention strategies - this is your chance to make an impact. Expand your network, refine your presentation skills, and contribute to the future of stroke science. Don’t just follow the conversation, lead it. Submit your abstract to #WSC2025 and take the stage in Barcelona. - https://bit.ly/3QWyfs4 #StrokeCongress #StrokeCare #StrokeResearch

Thank you to all who joined the launch of the Global Stroke Action Coalition today. We heard important messages from stroke experts, people with lived experience, WHO, OECD and NCD Alliance. The coalition is calling on governments attending the 4th High-Level UN Meeting on NCDs in September this year, to commit to five actions: 1. Make stroke a priority in NCD prevention and control strategies  2. Develop National Stroke Action Plans  3. Commit to funding  4. Implement robust stroke monitoring systems  5. Include stroke survivors and caregivers in policy development https://lnkd.in/eApBmXJa #StrokeActionNow Bo Norrving Sheila Cristina Ouriques Martins Jeyaraj Pandian Maria (Mia) Fredin Grupper Sharon Epperson Joseph Rukelibuga Melinda B. Roaldsen Joanna Laurson-Doube Hussain Rasheed Katherine de Bienassis

''Global progress on NCDs, pitfalls and opportunities for collaboration'' Joanna Laurson-Doube, Policy & Advocacy Manager – Care, NCD Alliance stresses that we are dangerously off course in reaching the Sustainable Development Goal target to reduce premature mortality from NCDs. The UN High Level Meeting in September matters in putting NCDs, including stroke in the spotlight. #StrokeActionNow

Hussain Rasheed, Director, Department of Healthier Populations and Noncommunicable Diseases (HPN), WHO Regional Office for South-East Asia, reiterates the Global Stroke Action Coalition's calls for action to address growing inequities in stroke. Highlighting the need for increased awareness, investment, prevention. We must ensure stroke care reaches the most vulnerable. #StrokeActionNow Global Stroke Action policy brief - https://lnkd.in/e_zz3YGs