Stroke survivors across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to benefit from Stroke Association support thanks to new agreement
This builds on the success of a support service which NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight has already been funding in other areas.
This builds on the success of a support service which NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight has already been funding in other areas.
The Stroke Association helped so much with getting my father home, having support and being able to regain his confidence.
The Stroke Association has received an award from The National Lottery Community Fund – made possible by National Lottery players – to expand its work supporting people affected by stroke in Scotland.
“Had I known I had high blood pressure it would have been treated earlier and I might never have had the stroke."
"if you are of African or Caribbean origin you may have a higher risk of stroke than other people in the UK."
"It doesn’t matter how old you are, just check your blood pressure."
"People think that ‘nothing’s going to happen to me’ and then bang!”
"Having these quick and easy checks could save your life."
The Scottish Stroke Statistics published today1 (Tuesday, 28 January) are a sobering reminder that Scotland’s record for stroke is deteriorating, the Stroke Association warns.
Stroke Association has agreed to provide interim funding for 15 months after receiving a commitment from NHS Devon to work together to find a long-term solution.
Families and loved ones affected by stroke in Northern Ireland will be able to find out about the information, support and advice in their area thanks to a new hospital initiative from the Stroke Association.