Young Doncaster stroke survivor set to tackle York 10K
Hannah Burton, a 19 year old stroke survivor from Doncaster, is set to help conquer stroke by taking part in the York 10k on Sunday 02 August, to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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UK faces ‘mountain to climb’ in improving care quality - Stroke Association comments
A study conducted by the Nuffield Trust has found that the UK can and should do better in preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving survival from some of the biggest killer conditions, such as stroke
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Manchester stroke specialist scoops national award for life-saving work
One of the country’s leading stroke specialists has scooped a national Life After Stroke Special Recognition Award for her pioneering work to transform the quality of stroke care in the UK. Professor Pippa Tyrrell, 58 from Cheshire, was presented with her award by Sally Bee at a star studded ceremony hosted by the Stroke Association in London on Thursday 25 June 2015.
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13 year old stroke survivor wins national courage award
A 13 year-old from Stockton on Tees has won a national Life After Stroke Award. Emily Simpson was presented with the Children and Young People’s Courage Award by Jermaine Jackman and Tallia Storm at a star-studded ceremony at the Rosewood Hotel in London on 25 June 2015.
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Merseyside Stroke Group honoured with national award
Merseyside Stroke Group, based in Liverpool, has been recognised for the support they offer local stroke survivors along with their infectious enthusiasm and laughter, with a national Life After Stroke Award.
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Derbyshire stroke survivor makes remarkable recovery and scoops major award
A father from Chesterfield, Derbyshire, has scooped a national Life After Stroke Award (LASA) for his remarkable bravery, following a life-changing stroke. Mark Ellis, 27, was presented with award by Martin Lewis and Tamsin Greig at a star-studded ceremony, hosted by the Stroke Association in London, on Thursday 25 June 2015.
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19 year old man wins National Carers Award
William Hyde from Lichfield, West Midlands has won a national Life After Stroke Award (LASA) for his selfless work as a carer to his mother. The 19-year-old was honoured at a star studded ceremony hosted by the Stroke Association at the Rosewood Hotel in London on Thursday 25 June. The prestigious award was sponsored by Royal Mail.
In March 2014, William was a studying for a degree in Sports De -
Charity hosts Big Purple Night Out for stroke
The Stroke Association is inviting Wigan residents to enjoy a fun filled gala evening at Golborne and Parkside Sports and Community Club, to help raise vital funds for the charity.
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Stroke surviving artist wins national award
Artist and stroke survivor Lil Sullivan (58) has won a national Life After Stroke Award for her services to creative arts. She was presented her award at an awards ceremony hosted by the Stroke Association at the Rosewood hotel on 25 June 2015.
Lil, who is originally from County Kerry, Ireland but has spent the last 20 years living and working in south London, suffered a life-threatening subar -
Stroke Association volunteer triumphs over tragedy to scoop major national award
Rik Thornton, 41, from Kings Lynn, Norfolk, has won a national Life After Stroke Volunteer Award for his dedication to transforming the lives of people affected by stroke. Rik was presented with his award for volunteering at a star studded ceremony hosted by the Stroke Association in London on Thursday 25 June 2015.
In 2011, Rik’s wife Victoria had a devastating stroke at the age of 38. It was -
Local teacher helps to conquer stroke with gruelling climbing challenge
A teacher from Ashton-Under-Lyne successfully scaled Alphin Pike in Saddleworth non-stop for 24 hours on Friday 19 June, to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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James runs marathon for his Mum
A former England 800m runner has taken up the marathon challenge to raise funds for the Stroke Association after his mum Lynne had a stroke recently which has temporarily put her own marathon running experience on hold. James Mayo, who formerly lived in Andover, completed the Providence Marathon in Rhode Island in the US in just 3hrs 41mins.
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