Can we finally modulate post-stroke inflammation? 🧠 The EMPHASIS trial (Lancet 2026) randomized 1,724 patients with acute ischemic stroke to short-course oral minocycline within 72h. Result: higher rates of excellent 90-day outcome (mRS 0–1 52.6% vs 47.4%; RR 1.11, p=0.0061) without safety concerns. A cheap, generic drug showing signal in late neuroprotection. Inflammation may not just follow stroke — it may shape recovery. 🔬

Can we finally modulate post-stroke inflammation? 🧠 The EMPHASIS trial (Lancet 2026) randomized 1,724 patients with acute ischemic stroke to short-course oral minocycline within 72h. Result: higher rates of excellent 90-day outcome (mRS 0–1 52.6% vs 47.4%; RR 1.11, p=0.0061) without safety concerns. A cheap, generic drug showing signal in late neuroprotection. Inflammation may not just follow stroke — it may shape recovery. 🔬

Can we finally modulate post-stroke inflammation? 🧠 The EMPHASIS trial (Lancet 2026) randomized 1,724 patients with acute ischemic stroke to short-course oral minocycline within 72h. Result: higher rates of excellent 90-day outcome (mRS 0–1 52.6% vs 47.4%; RR 1.11, p=0.0061) without safety concerns. A cheap, generic drug showing signal in late neuroprotection. Inflammation may not just follow stroke — it may shape recovery. 🔬

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"Got Knowledge Doc" Podkast with Dr. RR Baliga

The "Got Knowledge Doc" Podkast, hosted by Dr. Ragavendra R. Baliga, is a knowledge-driven platform designed for physicians and healthcare providers seeking to stay at the forefront of medical science and innovation. With a distinguished career in cardiovascular medicine and academic leadership, Dr. Baliga engages with leading experts to explore cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and transformative insights in medicine and beyond.

Each episode delves into topics such as cardiology, precision medicine, artificial intelligence in healthcare, epigenetics, and medical ethics—making complex advancements accessible and relevant to clinical practice. Importantly, this podcast is purely educational and does not provide medical advice or clinical opinions.

Join Dr. Baliga and his esteemed guests as they navigate the evolving landscape of medical knowledge, empowering healthcare professionals with evidence-based insights that shape the future of patient care.

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"Got Knowledge Doc" Podkast with Dr. RR Baliga The "Got Knowledge Doc" Podkast, hosted by Dr. Ragavendra R. Baliga, is a knowledge-driven platform designed for physicians and healthcare providers seeking to stay at the forefront of medical science and innovation. With a distinguished career in cardiovascular medicine and academic leadership, Dr. Baliga engages with leading experts to explore cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and transformative insights in medicine and beyond. Each episode delves into topics such as cardiology, precision medicine, artificial intelligence in healthcare, epigenetics, and medical ethics—making complex advancements accessible and relevant to clinical practice. Importantly, this podcast is purely educational and does not provide medical advice or clinical opinions. Join Dr. Baliga and his esteemed guests as they navigate the evolving landscape of medical knowledge, empowering healthcare professionals with evidence-based insights that shape the future of patient care.

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