World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to underscore the serious nature and high rates of stroke, raise awareness of the prevention and treatment of the condition, and ensure better care and support for survivors. Ibrahim Sani speaks with Assoc Prof Dr Hoo Fan Kee, Consultant Neurologist, Hospital Pengajar UPM and the Chairman of Malaysia Stroke Council, and with Dr Wan Asyraf Wan Zaidi, Neurologist from Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and Vice Chairman of Malaysia Stroke Council, on this.