Community stories

First, a doctor arrived who was determined to treat acute stroke according to evidence-based guidelines. Next, a patient arrived in time for life-saving treatment. RSMZ on tranquil Madura Island was on its way to becoming a diamond hospital.

In Peru, volunteer firefighters, deeply committed to saving lives and protecting the community, are leading a change in stroke care. Angels consultant Miriam Saturno shares the story behind this inspiring and transformative initiative.

Angels consultant Wendy Mandindi reports on the very first Angels Regional Stroke Workshop in Botswana.

A team transformed stroke care at Gauteng’s Netcare Sunward Park Hospital, and a team showed up to share their story of community and compassion.

All roads led to Barcelona last week - the setting for the 17th World Stroke Congress. The Angels booth was buzzing, the awards ceremony brought a lump to our throats, a performance of the FAST Heroes song put a smile on every face, and the first-ever WSC escape room provided a unique, interactive educational activity that brought out the competitive spirit in congress attendees.

Vietnam’s Angels Regions represent a holistic approach to stroke care — combining hospital excellence, rapid EMS coordination, and public education.