Preston student goes the extra mile for the Stroke Association
A Preston student will take on the Morrisons Great North Run on Sunday 13 September 2015, to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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Rossendale stroke survivor marks milestone with gruelling triathlon challenge
A Rossendale stroke survivor is preparing to tackle the Kendal Triathlon Sprint on 27 September to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association, just one year after having a stroke.
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Stroke Association's statement following the death of Cilla Black
Jon Barrick, Chief Executive of the Stroke Association, said:
"We are deeply saddened to hear that Cilla Black died following a stroke. She is one of the hundreds of thousands of people affected by stroke every year.
“It happens out of the blue, often with no warning signs and is more common than people think. While the majority of people will survive, they have to live with its long-term ef -
Worcester resident is embarking on a 2,600 mile motorcycle trip to raise funds for the Stroke Association
Alex Husband, 44, from Leigh, is embarking on a 2,600 mile long road motorcycle challenge around the UK mainland on Saturday 12 September. He'll be raising vital funds for the Stroke Association after his mother-in-law had a devastating stroke three years ago.
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Stroke Association statement following the death of Gill Pharoah
Bridget Birgin, Director of UK Life After Stroke Services at the Stroke Association said “There are too many powerful myths about stroke; that it only affects older people or that people can’t recover. These myths stop people from taking action to prevent stroke and supporting stroke survivors to make the best recovery they can.
“Advances in medical research have helped to halve the numbers of -
The Stroke Association calls on Wirral runners to help conquer stroke
The Stroke Association is appealing to runners in the Wirral to help conquer stroke, by joining the charity’s team at the Wirral Half Marathon, or 10k, on Sunday 13 September.
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Get set for a memorable adrenaline rush!
Brave fundraisers are being encouraged to sign up for the Stroke Association’s latest adrenaline filled event, the Titan Crane Abseil on Saturday 29 August 2015.
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Bishops Stortford stroke survivor backs charity art project
Mum of two, Samantha Barrett, 45, from Bishops Stortford, is supporting the Stroke Association’s East of England Hidden Project, after having a serious stroke just two years ago.
Samantha had her stroke just before Christmas in 2013. Samantha said: “I woke in the middle of the night feeling very dizzy. I staggered to the toilet, holding myself up as I tried to walk. I went back to bed but -
Hertfordshire stroke survivor backs charity art project
Louise Bonfield, 26, from Waltham Cross, is supporting the Stroke Association’s East of England Hidden Project, after having a devastating stroke at the age of 19, whilst 37 weeks pregnant with her daughter Chloe.
Louise was staying at her parents’ house after suffering from an extremely painful headache. Louise then begun to feel a strange sensation through her arm, and her leg started to move -
Basildon stroke survivor backs charity art project
Jonathan Lovett, 44, from Basildon, is supporting the Stroke Association’s East of England Hidden Project, after having a devastating stroke last year at the age of 43.
Jonathan, a Technical Author, was out cycling with his brother when he suddenly lost his vision.
Jonathan explains: “I’ve always loved cycling and at the time, I was training for a London to Southend cycle with my brothe -
Harlow stroke survivor backs charity art project
Mum of one, Anna Higgs, 35, from Harlow, is supporting the Stroke Association’s East of England Hidden Project, after having a devastating stroke at the age of 24, one month after giving birth to her son Henry.
Anna was celebrating Christmas with family and friends when she had her stroke. Anna explains: "Christmas day we were all round partying at my dad’s house and all of a sudden I just came -
Child stroke project celebrates its second anniversary helping young stroke survivors
The Stroke Association’s Child Stroke Project is celebrating its second anniversary, providing vital support to child stroke survivors and their families across the UK.
Childhood stroke affects around five out of every 100,000 children a year in the UK. The Child Stroke Project offers information, advice, and support for children, young people and families affected by stroke in childhood.
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