World Stroke Organization Launches Global Coalition to Drive Action on Stroke Care

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World Stroke Organization Launches Global Coalition to Drive Action on Stroke Care

Over the past three decades, the global burden of stroke has doubled. Stroke’s impact is expected to increase by one-third by 2050

OdishaPlus Bureau

On World Stroke Day 2024, the World Stroke Organization (WSO) announces the launch of a global coalition aimed at accelerating policy action on stroke—now the second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability worldwide.

World Stroke Organization (WSO), the global body advocating on stroke prevention and management made the announcement at Geneva through a media release.

Over the past three decades, the global burden of stroke has doubled. Stroke’s impact is expected to increase by one-third by 2050. This rise could result in 9.7 million annual deaths and a significant increase in those affected by stroke-related disabilities. Beyond the immense human toll, stroke is projected to cost the global economy over USD 1.6 trillion annually by 2050.

“There is a clear misperception of stroke as an unavoidable, age-related condition with limited treatment options,(But this is absolutely true! No treatments even minimally close to 100% recovery! Send me a response at oc1dean@gmail.com Professor Jeyaraj Pandian and we can discuss a strategy to get stroke 100% recovered!)

” said incoming WSO President, Professor Jeyaraj Pandian. “Evidence shows that stroke is increasingly affecting younger populations, with 80% of all cases preventable. Expanding access to latest acute treatments – which only 5% of eligible patients currently access – can transform patient outcomes, while specialist rehabilitation and long-term support enhance recovery and social reintegration. Not only is stroke largely preventable, but it is also treatable and recoverable.”

In September 2025, Heads of State, Ministers of Health and Finance, and development stakeholders will convene in New York for the fourth UN High-Level Meeting on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). With only five years remaining to SDG 3.4 on reducing premature mortality from NCDs, this gathering presents a critical opportunity to drive commitment to policy interventions and investment in stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.

‘Around the world we can see the huge gaps in stroke care(NOT RECOVERY!) at every stage in the patient care(NOT RECOVERY!) pathway. Each of these gaps represents enormous potential for progress. Action on stroke really is the key to accelerating progress on health and development goals.’ said Prof Sheila Martins, co-Chair of the Coalition. ‘WSO’s network of global and national experts stand ready to support governments develop and implement stroke care(NOT RECOVERY!) systems that will help reduce their burden of disease.’

The stroke advocacy coalition, comprising health and scientific, patient organizations, and industry leaders, is united in its mission to drive engagement with decision-makers at all levels ahead of the 2025 UN meeting. Current members include the Asia Pacific Stroke Organization, American Stroke Association, European Stroke Organization, Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, March of Dimes Canada, and Stroke Association UK. Industry partners Bayer, Boehringer Ingelheim, Ipsen, Philips, and Medtronic have also pledged their support.

(Courtesy: World Stroke Organization)