Tag: stroke care
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NHS Stroke Crisis: Shortage of Specialists Costing Lives and Quality of Life
Introduction: A looming NHS crisis in stroke care Senior doctors warn that thousands of stroke patients in the UK are suffering worse outcomes or dying because the National Health Service (NHS) lacks enough stroke specialists to provide timely, high-quality care. The shortage of stroke consultants across hospitals means many patients do not receive urgent assessment…
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NHS Stroke Shortage: How Too Few Specialists Cost Lives and Healthy Futures
The Stroke Crisis in the NHS: Why Doctors Are Alarmed Senior doctors warn that a chronic shortage of stroke consultants across the NHS is delaying critical treatment for thousands of patients. The consequences are stark: more people are left with severe disability, or die, because timely access to specialist care isn’t guaranteed. This isn’t merely…
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NHS Stroke Staffing Crisis: Thousands at Risk of Severe Disability or Death
UK’s Stroke Crisis: A System Under Strain Health leaders and senior doctors warn that a chronic shortage of stroke consultants across the National Health Service (NHS) is delaying critical care for thousands of patients. With every hour counting after a stroke, delays in assessment and treatment can result in worse outcomes, leaving many people with…
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Inflammatory Biomarkers and Ischemic Stroke: Paving the Path to Precision Medicine
Ischemic stroke remains a leading cause of disability and death worldwide. While rapid reperfusion therapies save lives, the broader story of recovery and long‑term function now increasingly hinges on the inflammatory response following cerebral ischemia. Inflammatory biomarkers—measurable indicators of the body’s immune and inflammatory activity—are emerging as linchpins for precision medicine in ischemic stroke. By…
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Inflammatory biomarkers and precision medicine in ischemic stroke: paving the way for targeted care
Understanding the role of inflammation in ischemic stroke Ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. The ensuing cascade triggers inflammation, a double-edged sword in stroke biology. On one hand, inflammatory responses help clear debris and promote repair. On the other, excessive or misdirected inflammation can…
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Brainomix Earns Top Honor in Global Health Tech Competition for 360 Stroke AI
Global Recognition for Brainomix 360 Stroke AI Brainomix, a leader in AI-powered medical imaging, has been awarded top honors in the prestigious Global Health Tech Competition. The company earned first place in the Science category for its Brainomix 360 Stroke technology, a comprehensive system that combines advanced AI with imaging to assist clinicians in the…
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The Race Against Time: Ireland’s Stroke Care Pathway at Tallaght TUH
Introduction: Every Second Counts in a Stroke Stroke is a sudden emergency that can devastate brain cells within minutes. In Ireland, about one in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime, and thousands live with after-effects each year. Yet improvements in treatment mean more patients survive with less disability. A visit to Tallaght…