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RUA Scientific Meeting to Raise Awareness About Stroke
As part of “May 10 Stroke Awareness Day,” a scientific meeting was held in our hospital’s conference hall. Organized under the coordination of Neurology Specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Demet Aygün Üstel, the meeting addressed the importance of early diagnosis in stroke, current treatment approaches, and multidisciplinary management processes.
During the program attended by specialist physicians, it was emphasized that early intervention is of vital importance, and it was stated that increasing public awareness directly contributes to treatment success.
In the scientific sessions, up to date information on acute stroke treatments, risk factors, rehabilitation processes, and preventive healthcare approaches was shared. Participants highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in stroke management.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Demet Aygün Üstel noted that one person experiences a stroke every 40 seconds worldwide, emphasizing that stroke is a major health problem that ranks among the leading causes of death and can lead to permanent disabilities. Üstel stated that early recognition of stroke symptoms saves lives and stressed that in cases of sudden speech impairment, facial drooping, or weakness in the arm or leg, medical attention should be sought without delay.
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