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The UK's largest multidisciplinary conference for stroke care professionals #UKSF26
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The new year is in full swing – have you updated your calendars yet? 📅 #UKSF26 is on 2–4 Dec at ACC Liverpool.
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🚀 Big news! For the first time ever, all UKSF delegates can propose a session for #UKSF26.
Got an idea that will inspire, challenge or spark change? We want to hear it!
Submissions open now 👉 uksf26.com
Got an idea that will inspire, challenge or spark change? We want to hear it!
Submissions open now 👉 uksf26.com
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February 11, 2026 at 11:20 AM
🚀 Big news! For the first time ever, all UKSF delegates can propose a session for #UKSF26.
Got an idea that will inspire, challenge or spark change? We want to hear it!
Submissions open now 👉 uksf26.com
Got an idea that will inspire, challenge or spark change? We want to hear it!
Submissions open now 👉 uksf26.com
📢The UK Stroke Forum is now on LinkedIn! 🎉
We’ll be sharing conference updates, news and must‑see content for stroke professionals across the UK and beyond.
Join the conversation — follow us and spread the word!
👉 www.linkedin.com/company/uk-stroke-forum
We’ll be sharing conference updates, news and must‑see content for stroke professionals across the UK and beyond.
Join the conversation — follow us and spread the word!
👉 www.linkedin.com/company/uk-stroke-forum
February 9, 2026 at 11:02 AM
📢The UK Stroke Forum is now on LinkedIn! 🎉
We’ll be sharing conference updates, news and must‑see content for stroke professionals across the UK and beyond.
Join the conversation — follow us and spread the word!
👉 www.linkedin.com/company/uk-stroke-forum
We’ll be sharing conference updates, news and must‑see content for stroke professionals across the UK and beyond.
Join the conversation — follow us and spread the word!
👉 www.linkedin.com/company/uk-stroke-forum
Looking for inspiration before #UKSF26 proposals open? Relive when 1,600 delegates from all four nations gathered in Aberdeen for one of our strongest programmes yet. On‑demand sessions are still available in the app.
🎥 Highlights via @PandJLive: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJVfdvnDUP0&feature=youtu.be
🎥 Highlights via @PandJLive: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJVfdvnDUP0&feature=youtu.be
UK Stroke Forum 2025 | Aberdeen | Highlight Video
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February 5, 2026 at 11:07 AM
Looking for inspiration before #UKSF26 proposals open? Relive when 1,600 delegates from all four nations gathered in Aberdeen for one of our strongest programmes yet. On‑demand sessions are still available in the app.
🎥 Highlights via @PandJLive: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJVfdvnDUP0&feature=youtu.be
🎥 Highlights via @PandJLive: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJVfdvnDUP0&feature=youtu.be
If the UK is to avoid a stroke every three and a half minutes by 2035, the public, the NHS and Government must embrace prevention.
For #StrokePreventionDay, check your blood pressure, share this message, and join us at #UKSF26 this December to be part of a forum for change.
For #StrokePreventionDay, check your blood pressure, share this message, and join us at #UKSF26 this December to be part of a forum for change.
January 29, 2026 at 11:11 AM
If the UK is to avoid a stroke every three and a half minutes by 2035, the public, the NHS and Government must embrace prevention.
For #StrokePreventionDay, check your blood pressure, share this message, and join us at #UKSF26 this December to be part of a forum for change.
For #StrokePreventionDay, check your blood pressure, share this message, and join us at #UKSF26 this December to be part of a forum for change.
#UKSF25 in Aberdeen highlighted something special — the power of community.
From local partnerships to community education, our impact and legacy in Aberdeen is helping transform stroke care and has built lasting connections.
Via @PandJLive 🎥 youtu.be/1kGUZgR_Fjs
From local partnerships to community education, our impact and legacy in Aberdeen is helping transform stroke care and has built lasting connections.
Via @PandJLive 🎥 youtu.be/1kGUZgR_Fjs
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January 28, 2026 at 10:01 AM
#UKSF25 in Aberdeen highlighted something special — the power of community.
From local partnerships to community education, our impact and legacy in Aberdeen is helping transform stroke care and has built lasting connections.
Via @PandJLive 🎥 youtu.be/1kGUZgR_Fjs
From local partnerships to community education, our impact and legacy in Aberdeen is helping transform stroke care and has built lasting connections.
Via @PandJLive 🎥 youtu.be/1kGUZgR_Fjs
The new year is in full swing – have you updated your calendars yet? 📅 #UKSF26 is on 2–4 Dec at ACC Liverpool.
Expect bold ideas, top speakers & powerful connections. Follow us here & on BlueSky or click below to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
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Expect bold ideas, top speakers & powerful connections. Follow us here & on BlueSky or click below to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:17 PM
The new year is in full swing – have you updated your calendars yet? 📅 #UKSF26 is on 2–4 Dec at ACC Liverpool.
Expect bold ideas, top speakers & powerful connections. Follow us here & on BlueSky or click below to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
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Expect bold ideas, top speakers & powerful connections. Follow us here & on BlueSky or click below to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
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📢SAVE THE DATE for #UKSF26
We’re wrapping up 2025 in style at Team UKSF 🎉But before the celebrations kick in, we’ve already circled 2 – 4 December 2026 in our diaries! UKSF is heading to ACC Liverpool – join us for big plans, big conversations and more… don’t miss it!
We’re wrapping up 2025 in style at Team UKSF 🎉But before the celebrations kick in, we’ve already circled 2 – 4 December 2026 in our diaries! UKSF is heading to ACC Liverpool – join us for big plans, big conversations and more… don’t miss it!
December 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
📢SAVE THE DATE for #UKSF26
We’re wrapping up 2025 in style at Team UKSF 🎉But before the celebrations kick in, we’ve already circled 2 – 4 December 2026 in our diaries! UKSF is heading to ACC Liverpool – join us for big plans, big conversations and more… don’t miss it!
We’re wrapping up 2025 in style at Team UKSF 🎉But before the celebrations kick in, we’ve already circled 2 – 4 December 2026 in our diaries! UKSF is heading to ACC Liverpool – join us for big plans, big conversations and more… don’t miss it!
Two weeks since #UKSF25 and the buzz hasn’t stopped!
What breakthrough ideas or inspiring moments have you been sharing?
Missed the action? Don’t worry! Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear news about #UKSF26. Exciting things are coming!👉 t.co/VQPkepKJFs
What breakthrough ideas or inspiring moments have you been sharing?
Missed the action? Don’t worry! Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear news about #UKSF26. Exciting things are coming!👉 t.co/VQPkepKJFs
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December 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Two weeks since #UKSF25 and the buzz hasn’t stopped!
What breakthrough ideas or inspiring moments have you been sharing?
Missed the action? Don’t worry! Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear news about #UKSF26. Exciting things are coming!👉 t.co/VQPkepKJFs
What breakthrough ideas or inspiring moments have you been sharing?
Missed the action? Don’t worry! Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear news about #UKSF26. Exciting things are coming!👉 t.co/VQPkepKJFs
Welcome to the end of #UKSF25!
In the Closing Plenary, we heard about the power of the multidisciplinary team in supporting patients to actively engage in their recovery. But challenges remain, particularly around funding and resource.
“Start small and plan big to improve care.”
In the Closing Plenary, we heard about the power of the multidisciplinary team in supporting patients to actively engage in their recovery. But challenges remain, particularly around funding and resource.
“Start small and plan big to improve care.”
November 27, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Welcome to the end of #UKSF25!
In the Closing Plenary, we heard about the power of the multidisciplinary team in supporting patients to actively engage in their recovery. But challenges remain, particularly around funding and resource.
“Start small and plan big to improve care.”
In the Closing Plenary, we heard about the power of the multidisciplinary team in supporting patients to actively engage in their recovery. But challenges remain, particularly around funding and resource.
“Start small and plan big to improve care.”
At #UKSF25, voices from the devolved nations highlighted gaps in stroke services & discussed how clinicians & researchers can drive change.
“We do not need more policies — they’re not sticking. We need practical action to make stroke a priority.”
Here’s what needs to change. 👇
“We do not need more policies — they’re not sticking. We need practical action to make stroke a priority.”
Here’s what needs to change. 👇
November 27, 2025 at 11:52 AM
At #UKSF25, voices from the devolved nations highlighted gaps in stroke services & discussed how clinicians & researchers can drive change.
“We do not need more policies — they’re not sticking. We need practical action to make stroke a priority.”
Here’s what needs to change. 👇
“We do not need more policies — they’re not sticking. We need practical action to make stroke a priority.”
Here’s what needs to change. 👇
Missed the Poster Presentations at #UKSF25? No problem!
All posters are available on the Crowd Comms app. Here’s an example of stroke in a young adult after chickenpox, and a reminder of why more research is needed.
The relationship is already well understood in children. 👇
All posters are available on the Crowd Comms app. Here’s an example of stroke in a young adult after chickenpox, and a reminder of why more research is needed.
The relationship is already well understood in children. 👇
November 27, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Missed the Poster Presentations at #UKSF25? No problem!
All posters are available on the Crowd Comms app. Here’s an example of stroke in a young adult after chickenpox, and a reminder of why more research is needed.
The relationship is already well understood in children. 👇
All posters are available on the Crowd Comms app. Here’s an example of stroke in a young adult after chickenpox, and a reminder of why more research is needed.
The relationship is already well understood in children. 👇
“When do patients go from recovery, to discovery of themselves?”
Stroke stories are often dismissed as anecdotal, but Prof Frederike van Wijck used quotes from survivors to frame the journey from pre- to post-stroke, and the factors that can support that transition. #UKSF25
Stroke stories are often dismissed as anecdotal, but Prof Frederike van Wijck used quotes from survivors to frame the journey from pre- to post-stroke, and the factors that can support that transition. #UKSF25
November 27, 2025 at 9:55 AM
“When do patients go from recovery, to discovery of themselves?”
Stroke stories are often dismissed as anecdotal, but Prof Frederike van Wijck used quotes from survivors to frame the journey from pre- to post-stroke, and the factors that can support that transition. #UKSF25
Stroke stories are often dismissed as anecdotal, but Prof Frederike van Wijck used quotes from survivors to frame the journey from pre- to post-stroke, and the factors that can support that transition. #UKSF25
Offering meat-free lunches five days a week could save the NHS £2.2 billion annually, yet resistance to change remains.
A small study in New York found over 90% satisfaction with plant-based options, saving $0.59 per-person, and an estimated 36% reduction in emissions. #UKSF25
A small study in New York found over 90% satisfaction with plant-based options, saving $0.59 per-person, and an estimated 36% reduction in emissions. #UKSF25
November 27, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Offering meat-free lunches five days a week could save the NHS £2.2 billion annually, yet resistance to change remains.
A small study in New York found over 90% satisfaction with plant-based options, saving $0.59 per-person, and an estimated 36% reduction in emissions. #UKSF25
A small study in New York found over 90% satisfaction with plant-based options, saving $0.59 per-person, and an estimated 36% reduction in emissions. #UKSF25
Up and at ’em!
The third and final day of #UKSF25 is underway, with plenty still to come including: the Princess Margaret Memorial Lecture, debates on acute management, powerful stroke survivor stories, and discussions on improving access to PFO closure for secondary prevention.
The third and final day of #UKSF25 is underway, with plenty still to come including: the Princess Margaret Memorial Lecture, debates on acute management, powerful stroke survivor stories, and discussions on improving access to PFO closure for secondary prevention.
November 27, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Up and at ’em!
The third and final day of #UKSF25 is underway, with plenty still to come including: the Princess Margaret Memorial Lecture, debates on acute management, powerful stroke survivor stories, and discussions on improving access to PFO closure for secondary prevention.
The third and final day of #UKSF25 is underway, with plenty still to come including: the Princess Margaret Memorial Lecture, debates on acute management, powerful stroke survivor stories, and discussions on improving access to PFO closure for secondary prevention.
“Everyone in this room is a heartbeat away from a stroke,” said survivor Jeremy Dearling.
Should we screen the general population for AF, instead of waiting for a preventable crisis?
New analysis suggests AF screening could be an effective predictor of stroke. #UKSF25
Should we screen the general population for AF, instead of waiting for a preventable crisis?
New analysis suggests AF screening could be an effective predictor of stroke. #UKSF25
November 26, 2025 at 5:24 PM
“Everyone in this room is a heartbeat away from a stroke,” said survivor Jeremy Dearling.
Should we screen the general population for AF, instead of waiting for a preventable crisis?
New analysis suggests AF screening could be an effective predictor of stroke. #UKSF25
Should we screen the general population for AF, instead of waiting for a preventable crisis?
New analysis suggests AF screening could be an effective predictor of stroke. #UKSF25
What more can we do to advance stroke recovery?
“Nothing about us, without us.”
Lived experience should guide research, not only contribute data. To move forward, we have to harness emerging technologies, learn from global rehab research, and commit to excellence in every aspect of care. #UKSF25
“Nothing about us, without us.”
Lived experience should guide research, not only contribute data. To move forward, we have to harness emerging technologies, learn from global rehab research, and commit to excellence in every aspect of care. #UKSF25
November 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM
What more can we do to advance stroke recovery?
“Nothing about us, without us.”
Lived experience should guide research, not only contribute data. To move forward, we have to harness emerging technologies, learn from global rehab research, and commit to excellence in every aspect of care. #UKSF25
“Nothing about us, without us.”
Lived experience should guide research, not only contribute data. To move forward, we have to harness emerging technologies, learn from global rehab research, and commit to excellence in every aspect of care. #UKSF25
Kidney failure and stroke at #UKSF25.
“A lot of people on dialysis have strokes,” said Prof Patrick Mark.
“But patients on dialysis are always less likely to be admitted to a stroke unit, even though survival would be better.”
Patients on dialysis also have strokes younger.
“A lot of people on dialysis have strokes,” said Prof Patrick Mark.
“But patients on dialysis are always less likely to be admitted to a stroke unit, even though survival would be better.”
Patients on dialysis also have strokes younger.
November 26, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Kidney failure and stroke at #UKSF25.
“A lot of people on dialysis have strokes,” said Prof Patrick Mark.
“But patients on dialysis are always less likely to be admitted to a stroke unit, even though survival would be better.”
Patients on dialysis also have strokes younger.
“A lot of people on dialysis have strokes,” said Prof Patrick Mark.
“But patients on dialysis are always less likely to be admitted to a stroke unit, even though survival would be better.”
Patients on dialysis also have strokes younger.
“Don’t be a dick.”
One of the many takeaways from a stroke survivor session at #UKSF25, about how we can create SAFE spaces for patients.
Soon followed by the poignant reminder that, “Anyone in this room could be the next survivor.” Don’t take it for granted that you’re not.
One of the many takeaways from a stroke survivor session at #UKSF25, about how we can create SAFE spaces for patients.
Soon followed by the poignant reminder that, “Anyone in this room could be the next survivor.” Don’t take it for granted that you’re not.
November 26, 2025 at 2:25 PM
“Don’t be a dick.”
One of the many takeaways from a stroke survivor session at #UKSF25, about how we can create SAFE spaces for patients.
Soon followed by the poignant reminder that, “Anyone in this room could be the next survivor.” Don’t take it for granted that you’re not.
One of the many takeaways from a stroke survivor session at #UKSF25, about how we can create SAFE spaces for patients.
Soon followed by the poignant reminder that, “Anyone in this room could be the next survivor.” Don’t take it for granted that you’re not.
In the Green Zone at #UKSF25, CEO of Trellis, Fiona Thackeray spoke about the power of social prescribing.
By growing plants, we can reduce:
▪️Inflammation
▪️Dementia risk
▪️Pain medication
“But you have to want to do it, and enjoy it,” and therein lie the benefits. 🌱
By growing plants, we can reduce:
▪️Inflammation
▪️Dementia risk
▪️Pain medication
“But you have to want to do it, and enjoy it,” and therein lie the benefits. 🌱
November 26, 2025 at 1:48 PM
In the Green Zone at #UKSF25, CEO of Trellis, Fiona Thackeray spoke about the power of social prescribing.
By growing plants, we can reduce:
▪️Inflammation
▪️Dementia risk
▪️Pain medication
“But you have to want to do it, and enjoy it,” and therein lie the benefits. 🌱
By growing plants, we can reduce:
▪️Inflammation
▪️Dementia risk
▪️Pain medication
“But you have to want to do it, and enjoy it,” and therein lie the benefits. 🌱
Stroke survivor Peter shared his story, describing the difficulty of not knowing what caused his stroke.
“If you are a stroke survivor, you live in fear that it might happen again”.
Receiving an AF diagnosis, starting treatment and management brought him real relief. #UKSF25
“If you are a stroke survivor, you live in fear that it might happen again”.
Receiving an AF diagnosis, starting treatment and management brought him real relief. #UKSF25
November 26, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Stroke survivor Peter shared his story, describing the difficulty of not knowing what caused his stroke.
“If you are a stroke survivor, you live in fear that it might happen again”.
Receiving an AF diagnosis, starting treatment and management brought him real relief. #UKSF25
“If you are a stroke survivor, you live in fear that it might happen again”.
Receiving an AF diagnosis, starting treatment and management brought him real relief. #UKSF25
Another day, another Poster Presentation Session at #UKSF25.
Expect a diverse selection of studies across stroke prevention, acute management, and long-term recovery!
Come with curious minds and questions to discuss the findings and implications with authors.
Expect a diverse selection of studies across stroke prevention, acute management, and long-term recovery!
Come with curious minds and questions to discuss the findings and implications with authors.
November 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Another day, another Poster Presentation Session at #UKSF25.
Expect a diverse selection of studies across stroke prevention, acute management, and long-term recovery!
Come with curious minds and questions to discuss the findings and implications with authors.
Expect a diverse selection of studies across stroke prevention, acute management, and long-term recovery!
Come with curious minds and questions to discuss the findings and implications with authors.
Dr Joseph Kwan spoke nutrition at #UKSF25
Ultra processed foods increase the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease (CVD), while a Mediterranean diet can lower CVD risk by reducing lipid profiles (including oxidised lipids), and total cholesterol.
Have a look for yourself.👇
Ultra processed foods increase the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease (CVD), while a Mediterranean diet can lower CVD risk by reducing lipid profiles (including oxidised lipids), and total cholesterol.
Have a look for yourself.👇
November 26, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Dr Joseph Kwan spoke nutrition at #UKSF25
Ultra processed foods increase the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease (CVD), while a Mediterranean diet can lower CVD risk by reducing lipid profiles (including oxidised lipids), and total cholesterol.
Have a look for yourself.👇
Ultra processed foods increase the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease (CVD), while a Mediterranean diet can lower CVD risk by reducing lipid profiles (including oxidised lipids), and total cholesterol.
Have a look for yourself.👇
Existing guidelines on diet are “so beige to the point of being useless,” says Dr Sundhya Raman.
“Prioritise plants on your plate.
“If the majority of foods you eat are sourced from plants, it’s a cardio-protective diet,” with the potential to reduce stroke risk by 19%. #UKSF25
“Prioritise plants on your plate.
“If the majority of foods you eat are sourced from plants, it’s a cardio-protective diet,” with the potential to reduce stroke risk by 19%. #UKSF25
November 26, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Existing guidelines on diet are “so beige to the point of being useless,” says Dr Sundhya Raman.
“Prioritise plants on your plate.
“If the majority of foods you eat are sourced from plants, it’s a cardio-protective diet,” with the potential to reduce stroke risk by 19%. #UKSF25
“Prioritise plants on your plate.
“If the majority of foods you eat are sourced from plants, it’s a cardio-protective diet,” with the potential to reduce stroke risk by 19%. #UKSF25
The talks continue in the #UKSF25 Exhibition Hall with Dr Adaeze Ifezulike discussing lifestyle medicine, and the importance of preventative care and holistic health practices in stroke. 👏
November 26, 2025 at 10:56 AM
The talks continue in the #UKSF25 Exhibition Hall with Dr Adaeze Ifezulike discussing lifestyle medicine, and the importance of preventative care and holistic health practices in stroke. 👏