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HAPPENING TODAY: From traditional prediction scores to AI-powered models, the future of VTE risk assessment is rapidly evolving. Join leading experts at 13:00 UTC. Register : bit.ly/4dmwMpM

Through the ISTH Reach-the-World Fellowship Program, early-career clinicians and researchers receive support to train at expert institutes in thrombosis and hemostasis around the world: isth.org/page/RTWFellow…

The ISN’s presence at #WHA79 was also reflected in its engagement with several constituency statements: The ISN led a constituency statement under agenda item 12.1 “Follow-up to the political declaration of the high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases” In addition, the ISN joined statements led by partner organizations, including:

Heading to Paris for #ISTH2026? Start your Congress experience early with the HOW Collaborative Symposium 2026, taking place July 10, immediately before the ISTH Congress. 🔗howcollaborative.org/events/isth-20…

📢"If we want the global health architecture to be fit and respond to actual healthcare needs, people with lived experience from around the world should be part of every discussion and debate," says Alyana from the Youth for Mental Health Coalition. While Member States are discussing global health architecture reform at #WHA79, we call for an inclusive process in which the voices of civil society and communities affected by health inequalities are heard. Also, global health reform must go beyond fixing inefficiencies in the current system and fundamentally reorient toward the health challenges of today and the future — with NCDs and mental health at the centre! Join our Time to #LeadOnNCDs campaign 👉actonncds.org/take-action

The ISTH is thrilled to celebrate a historic step for global stroke care 🌍🧠 Today, the World Health Assembly adopted the first-ever resolution on stroke — a landmark commitment to strengthen prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and equitable access to care worldwide.

Be sure to register for next week's ISTH webinar on how VTE prediction scores are evolving, including the growing role of AI in improving risk prediction and clinical decision-making. 📅May 27 ⏰13:00 UTC Register here: bit.ly/4dmwMpM

Can we reduce clot risk without tipping the balance toward bleeding? A new ISTH Academy learning activity explores the growing potential of factor XI/XIa inhibitors in secondary stroke prevention. Discover the future of stroke prevention: bit.ly/4uMFBQL

Your research could take you around the world! The ISTH Reach-the-World Fellowship supports junior clinicians and researchers with funding: ✔️Travel support ✔️Living expenses covered ✔️Up to 4 months of hands-on learning Apply by June 1: isth.org/page/RTWFellow…

👏 We are excited to have our President, Leslie Rae Ferat and some of our Board Members (Cassandra Kelly-Cirino, Dr. Jackie Kassouf Maalouf and Fausto Pinto) in town for #WHA79 this year. Through NCDA’s engagement across a range of events, we are calling on world leaders to #ActOnNCDs by accelerating implementation of global commitments and sustaining the momentum needed to deliver real change for people living with NCDs and mental health conditions worldwide.

Where science meets Paris 🗼 Make the most of #ISTH2026 Congress by becoming an ISTH member. Members save more on Congress registration—often more than the cost of membership itself. Join today: isthcongress.org/register

NEWS: The ISTH Scientific and Standardization Committee (SSC) is pleased to announce that Ishac Nazy, PhD Nazy has been elected as the next SSC Vice Chair. Join us in congratulating Ishac!

🗨️ “Leadership is measured by implementation, not promises. The global NCD response has moved from commitments to delivery. Real leadership now means funded national plans, measurable action, and equitable progress in prevention, treatment and care,” remarked NCD Alliance President Leslie Rae Ferat during the closing session at #WorldHeartSummit 2026 taking place ahead of #WHA79. 🗨️ Hyvelle Ferguson-Davis, Founder of HeartSistas, emphasised that policymakers must better understand the day-to-day realities of living with NCDs, particularly for people in vulnerable communities who face misdiagnosis and delayed care. 🗨️Dr Bente Mikkelsen, Director of Global Engagement Strategies at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Chair of the Advocacy Committee at the World Heart Federation, said countries already know many of the cost-effective interventions needed to improve #hypertension care, but must now invest in delivering them at scale. 🗨️ Prof. Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, addressed the challenge of integrating new NCD targets into health systems already managing a high burden of infectious diseases and other pressures. “Targets don’t save lives, implementation does,” he said. 👏 The session was co-hosted with the @worldheartfed and moderated by journalist Shiulie Ghosh. You can find many more highlights from the discussion here 👉ncdalliance.org/stories/news-b… #LeadOnNCDs #ActOnNCDs

🔴 Starting @UNGeneva today: 79th World Health Assembly #WHA79 WHA is the main decision-making body of the World Health Organization. Every May, delegates from all Member States come together to agree on @WHO's priorities & policies. buff.ly/QpSzAU7

LIVE from #WHA79: Address by Prime Minister @sanchezcastejon x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

WHO Director-General, @DrTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has announced four awards at #WHA79 to recognize outstanding contributions to advancing global health. Honorees of the 2026 Director-General's Awards for Global Health are: 🏅Dr Tore Godal 🇳🇴 🏅Dr Mike Ryan 🇮🇪 🏅Dr Heba Elsewedy 🇪🇬 🏅Dr Merceline Dahl-Regis 🇧🇸 Established in 2019, the Director-General’s Awards for Global Health recognize individuals whose leadership and commitment have delivered tangible improvements in health outcomes around the world. Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/42GJ9bs

🎉 BIG NEWS FROM ISTH! 🎉 The ISTH community is growing like never before. As of today, ISTH has officially reached a record-breaking membership milestone with more than 4,700 members worldwide! Thank you to every member helping shape the future of our field.

Prediction scores are evolving: Is your practice evolving with them? Join us on May 27 at 13:00 UTC to explore how AI models are transforming VTE prediction and shaping the future of thrombosis care. Register: bit.ly/4dmwMpM

Are you ready for the big stage at #ISTH2026? ISTH members receive exclusive registration discounts, often exceeding the cost of membership. You’ll also gain year-round access to top-tier resources. 👉 Become a member today and register:isthcongress.org/register