Head CT: the innovation that could radically transform the availability of CT scanning

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October 23, 2025
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Ahead of World Stroke Day on October 29, Stockhead’s host Fraser Palamara spoke with Australian Stroke Alliance co-chair Professor Stephen Davis about the massive global impact of stroke and the technology reshaping how it’s treated.

Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, affecting 14 million people every year.

View the video to learn about the signs of stroke and how innovations like the Micro-X Head CT could "radically transform the availability of CT scanning - not just in Australia, but worldwide".

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