Feb 14, 2025
We are pleased to announce that we have achieved EACCME accreditation for continuing medical education.
“The European Life After Stroke Forum, Prague, Chech Republic 10/03/2025-11/03/2025, has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 6.0 CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he / she actually spent in the educational activity.”
“Through an agreement between the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Information on the process to convert EACCME® credit to AMA credit can be found at https://edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications.
“Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognised by the UEMS-EACCME® for ECMEC®s are deemed to be Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.”
Feb 12, 2025
Do you want to be part of shaping the future of life after stroke care and research?
Join us at the European Life After Stroke Forum (ELASF) for an exclusive 90-minute interactive workshop, where we will bring together a diverse group of individuals, including stroke survivors, caregivers, clinicians and researchers from across Europe.
This is your chance to share ideas, experiences and perspectives on what wellbeing after stroke truly means. Together, we will identify priorities and explore ways to make wellbeing a fundamental part of future care and research.
Spaces are limited due to the interactive nature of this session, application deadline is 21 February.
Successful applicants will be contacted by the ELASF team by 28 February.
Let’s shape the future of life after stroke together.
Register your interest here
Feb 10, 2025
The European Life After Stroke Forum is a unique platform where healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers and those affected by stroke can come together to address the issues of life after stroke. Join us in Prague on the 10-11 March to be part of the conversations that drive change in life after stroke.
Early bird discounts ends on the 14 February 2025.
Click to register
Dec 4, 2024
We warmly welcome the Council of the European Union’s conclusions on improving cardiovascular health, a critical step in addressing one of the most significant public health challenges in Europe. Cardiovascular disease, which includes stroke, is the leading cause of death in the EU, affecting millions of citizens and costing the economy billions annually.
This Council conclusion is important as is represents a collective agreement among EU Member States on key issues of concern and recommended actions. These can influence the work of Member States and the European Commission.
We commend the Council’s call for action, urging Member States to prioritise cardiovascular health. This includes expanding screening programs for risk factors, addressing social and environmental determinants of health and improving access to timely diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. These measures are vital for those at risk of stroke and for individuals already living with the consequences of stroke.
We now call on the European Commission and the Commissioner for Health to take decisive action by developing a new European Cardiovascular Health Plan supported with adequate resources. Such a plan would guide Member States in implementing the Council’s recommendations, from enhancing preventive care and early detection to advancing management and rehabilitation practices.
Arlene Wilkie, Director General of the Stroke Alliance for Europe, said: “These Council conclusions represent a vital step forward for the millions of people across Europe living with the effects of stroke and those at risk. Member States and the European Commission now have the mandate to prioritise cardiovascular health and transform lives. This would not only reduce the devastating burden of cardiovascular disease it would also improve the quality of life for millions of Europeans. Early intervention and improved care can prevent strokes, save lives and support survivors in their recovery, enabling them to live healthier, more active lives”.
“We look forward to working with policymakers, healthcare professionals and civil society to turn these ambitions into reality for all those at risk of stroke and those affected by stroke. Together, we can ensure that stroke and cardiovascular health becomes a priority across Europe, with a comprehensive plan to support both prevention and care”.
Notes:
We have been working in partnership with the European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health to raise awareness of stroke and to call for greater focus on cardiovascular health at the EU level. For the EACH statement on the Council conclusions please click here
The final Council conclusion can be found here.
Dec 3, 2024
We are pleased to announce that the programme for the ELASF 2025 in Prague is now live on our website. Our scientific committee has worked hard to develop a programme that is filled with the latest research and best practice, with the voices of people with lived experience at its heart.
Programme topics include secondary prevention, Stroke Action Plan for Europe, technological innovations, communication and quality of life for women after stroke.
Please click to view.
Oct 29, 2024
We are pleased to announce that we are relaunching our Stroke Prevention website on World Stroke Day 2024. It has had a complete overhaul and now includes the latest facts and research on how to protect your brain and prevent stroke.
You will find essential information on risk factors, along with practical steps individuals and governments can take to reduce stroke risk, preventing a first and any further strokes. The content is designed for everyone, written in simple, non-medical language.
