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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is characterized by the degeneration of both upper and lower motor neurons, which ultimately leads to muscle weakness, atrophy, spasticity and contractures.1 ALS typically manifests in the 50–60 years age range, although familial cases may present in late adolescence or early adulthood.2 The time from the first symptom to diagnosis is approximately 10–16 […]

World Stroke Congress (WSC)

World Stroke Congress (WSC)

The World Stroke Congress attracts over 2500 participants and offers the latest on clinical trials, state-of-the-art presentations by renowned clinicians and researchers, and updates on the latest guidelines.

We are pleased to invite you to the 15th World Stroke Congress that’s to take place in Toronto, Canada.

When? – 10-12 October 2023

The World Stroke Organization is the only global body solely focused on stroke.

It was established in October 2006 through the merger of the International Stroke Society and the World Stroke Federation with the purpose of ensuring a life free from stroke. With around 4000 individual and 90 society members spanning every global region, WSO represents over 55,000 stroke specialists in clinical, research and community settings.

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