Press release -
Mel Giedroyc supports the Stroke Associaton 'Give a Hand' campaign
Dear Editor,
Stroke is much closer than many people think: most of us aren’t aware it’s the world’s second biggest killer. It’s also one of the cruelest conditions I know – three quarters of stroke survivors lose the use of one of their hands. Everyday people have to re-learn to do the things they’ve always done, using their other hand.
The Stroke Association provides much-needed hope, inspiration, advice and support to thousands of people affected by stroke and their loved ones. That’s why I’m urging your readers to ‘Give a Hand’ to conquer stroke.
Between 26 October and 1 November, the charity is calling on people to complete an everyday activity with the hand they wouldn’t normally use to raise vital funds. How about challenging your friends and family to ‘other hand’ bowling, or turn one hand to baking a showstopper? The Stroke Association has a ‘handful’ of ideas to help you get started: just visit www.stroke.org.uk/giveahand to download or request a pack.
Recovering from a stroke can be one of the hardest challenges life has to throw at you. By giving a hand to the Stroke Association, your readers can help change the world for people affected by this devastating condition.
Yours sincerely
Mel Giedroyc
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A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is the leading cause of severe adult disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.
Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and together we can conquer stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk
