The Hindu and Kauvery Hospital to hold stroke‑care webinar on Oct 28 ahead of World Stroke Day

The Hindu and Kauvery Hospital will host an online seminar on stroke care on Oct 28, 2026, a day before World Stroke Day. Titled “The Golden Hour: Every Minute Matters, Every Life Counts”, the session begins at 11:30 a.m. as part of the hospital’s Wellness Series. Organisers say the program will focus on spotting stroke signs early, recent advances in treatment and the need to reach a specialised centre quickly. A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain stops or a vessel bursts, making rapid response essential to limit brain damage. Experts will present new methods for diagnosing strokes and for managing patients once they arrive at an equipped facility. Senior consultant Sivarajan Thandeswaran, who leads stroke medicine, internal medicine and gerontology at Kauvery Hospital in Alwarpet, Chennai, will outline the latest therapeutic options and emerging management strategies. Consultant neurologist Harish R. Kamath from the hospital’s Hosur branch will guide listeners on recognizing symptoms, explain why prompt medical help saves lives, and describe how timely access to the right centre improves outcomes. Journalist Soma Basu will moderate the discussion. Registration is free via the link https://newsth.live/THKAGE or by scanning the QR code provided.

Context

World Stroke Day on Oct 29 raises global awareness of stroke and its impact. The “golden hour” idea stresses that each minute after a stroke starts can alter the chance of recovery, which is why early detection and fast transport to a capable hospital are repeatedly highlighted in public‑health campaigns.