Former Corrie star saddles up for Posturite's record-breaking Pedal for Stroke
It will take the total raised by Posturite for the charity during the last four years to over £150,000.
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A third of stroke survivors feel like a burden to their families at Christmas time, according to new research from the Stroke Association
Almost a third of stroke survivors (30%) feel like they are a burden to their family and friends at Christmas time, according to new research1 released today by the Stroke Association.
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Local charity night promises laughter in support of a good cause
A star-studded stand-up show in aid of the Stroke Association is coming to Angel Comedy Club on 20 October 2024.
Organised by Alex Bertulis-Fernandes, the night will see well-known stand-ups including Janine Harouni, Joshua Bethania, Mark Silcox and stroke survivor, Mr Lorraine.
Alex, 30, from Kensal Rise, said: ‘In September 2020 my dad had a stroke. The effect it had on his life, and on th -
Stroke Association's response to the new NICE stroke rehabilitation guidance
It’s vital that governments act urgently to address staffing issues across health and social care and within rehabilitation services and share detailed plans to support and resource them, so that these recommendations can become a reality.
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The Stroke Association in Northern Ireland shares survey to mark Aphasia Awareness Month
The fear of being unable to communicate has been laid bare in a new survey(i) of over 2,000 people across the UK. Research conducted by the Stroke Association reveals that nearly half of the respondents (41 %) can’t imagine living in a world where they couldn’t communicate. A world without communication is an everyday reality for the 350,000 stroke survivors across the UK (ii) like Jessie McConke
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The Stroke Association in Northern Ireland urges public to check for ‘silent’ conditions that can cause deadly strokes
Leading British Doctor - Dr Hilary Jones, is backing the Stroke Association’s campaign to urge the public to get checked for ‘silent’ health conditions that can cause a deadly stroke. New data reveals over half (53%) of stroke patients have high blood pressure and one in six (16%) have an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation [1]. Both conditions are often without symptoms. The
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Stroke Prevention Day 2022: Nine out of ten stroke survivors would warn their younger self to change their lifestyle
Anna Richardson: When I found out that up to 90% of strokes can been prevented by making healthier lifestyle choices, it certainly gave me the nudge I needed to overhaul my own lifestyle.
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Olympic sprinter Michael Johnson lends support to save stroke research
Legendary athlete Michael Johnson is calling for people to support the Stroke Association and help save stroke research, so that stroke survivors can live their best life possible.
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Rugby legend Gareth Thomas calls on runners to join the resolution
Rugby legend, TV pundit and stroke survivor Gareth Thomas is calling on people across the UK to sign up for the Stroke Association’s Resolution Run series this spring
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Stroke Association comment on Lord John Prescott's stroke
We were very sad to hear that Lord Prescott has had a stroke. Unfortunately, he is one of the hundreds of thousands of people affected by stroke every year. Everyone at the Stroke Association sends their best wishes to Lord Prescott and his family...
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Stroke Association statement on partnering with Emilia Clarke and SameYou
The Stroke Association is partnering with SameYou to understand and report on the unmet needs of young adults living with brain injury and stroke.
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Merseyside stroke survivor wins national courage award
Emma Raven, 37, from Bootle in Merseyside, has won a national courage award for her commitment to raising awareness of stroke after surviving her own stroke in 2014. Emma’s stroke caused her to miscarry her baby and left her with long-term disabililties.
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