March 5th - Stroke Awareness Event Program

We are pleased to announce the event program for our upcoming Stroke Awareness Event on March 5th, organized by the Monaco AVC Stroke Support Organization. This important evening will feature insights and discussions from esteemed medical experts, including Dr. Christophe Robino, Monaco’s Minister of Social Affairs and Health; Professor Barbara Casolla from Nice University Hospital's neurovascular unit; and neurologist Dr. Jasmin Kechvar. Key discussion topics will include stroke risk factors, essential emergency responses, and comprehensive care pathways available to Monaco residents, emphasizing the acute phase treatment provided at Nice CHU. This event also aims at supporting two dedicated initiatives in Monaco focusing on rehabilitation services for stroke survivors. Join us for an evening of invaluable information and support.

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The invisible made visible

Bayer's research and collaboration with the World Stroke Organization focus on secondary stroke prevention. It emphasizes the unique story every stroke survivor has: "The invisible made visible"

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Reduce your stroke risk by regular blood pressure monitoring (French article)

Monitoring your blood pressure consistently can substantially lower the risk of stroke and heart attack. This assertion was presented during the European Society of Cardiology congress held recently in Madrid, where the benefits of regular health checks and treatment adherence were emphasized. By prioritizing your heart health, you empower a better future. For the full French article, visit [this link](https://www.monacomatin.mc/sante/surveiller-regulierement-sa-tension-permet-de-reduire-les-risques-d-infarctus-et-d-avc-rappelle-une-etude-1001949).

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Health: How to prevent and detect a stroke? (French article)

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Boxer operated after fight in Monaco (French article)

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Monaco AVC in the News

Monaco's nearest stroke unit is the CHU Nice, "Centre Hospitalier University" in Nice, also known as Hospital Pasteur (Hopital Pasteur), 30, Voie Romaine, Nice, France www.chu-nice.fr

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Sherezad's Patient Story

Discover Sherezade's TV documentary how she recovered from her stroke, and about the support of the health services in Monaco and Nice.

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AVC : « Il faut agir dans les quatre heures » (FRENCH)

During the 4th e-Health World Congress numerous innovations were showcased. Among these, tools enabling residents in medically underserved areas to access healthcare in the absence of physicians or healthcare facilities will be highlighted. Diseases with severe consequences, such as stroke (Accident Vasculaire Cérébral, AVC), can thus be diagnosed early through dedicated venues equipped with connected medical devices linked to teleconsultation platforms. By Sophie Noachovitch - May 25, 2018

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World Stroke Organization - Global Fact Sheet

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FAST test

#Precioustime World Stroke Organization 2022 Theme

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Every minute counts: Monaco marks World Stroke Day

Article about MonacoAVC, Monaco's patient stroke support organisation (SSO) celebrating World Stroke Day (event passed) and raising awareness for stroke patients, stroke prevention & rehabilitation in the community.

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