‘Inspirational’ Plymouth doctor defies disability after stroke to clinch World championship cycling title
"It is a huge understatement to say we are so proud of all his achievements" - Jimmy's mum, Sally
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New figures show ongoing failure to deliver life-changing stroke treatment, with Scotland lagging far behind rest of the UK
John Watson, Associate Director for the Stroke Association in Scotland, said:
“Stroke is Scotland's third biggest killer, and the leading cause of complex adult disability. But the latest official figures1 show the ongoing failure of health boards to make stroke the priority it needs to be.
“The failure is most striking in thrombectomy, a life-saving, life-changing treatment that should b -
Stroke Association celebrates 15 years of supporting stroke survivors in West Norfolk
Over 70 people gathered on Thursday 7 August to celebrate 15 years of the Stroke Association’s dedicated support for stroke survivors in West Norfolk.
The celebratory event, organised by the Stroke Association, brought together volunteers past and present, stroke survivors, carers, healthcare professionals, and community supporters. It was both a heartfelt thank you to those who have given thei -
Proposed Long Term Conditions Framework risks hard-won progress in stroke policy
The Stroke Association has responded to a Scottish Government consultation on its proposed Long Term Conditions Framework
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Comment: Today’s 10-Year Health Plan announcement
Juliet Bouverie, CEO of the Stroke Association, comments on the new 10 year health plan announcement...
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Eight-year-old Jess from Bristol wins Stroke Association competition singing her own song
"I wrote the song to show how important friendship is."
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New garden for stroke patients opens at Altnagelvin Hospital
A new garden designed to help stroke patients recover has been unveiled at Altnagelvin Hospital in County Londonderry.
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Stroke Association reacts to the latest ambulance response times
"Far too many patients are being left with no option but to watch the time tick by as they wait for life-saving treatment."
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Spending Review 2025
Juliet Bouverie OBE, CEO of the Stroke Association, said:
“Today’s spending review brought the welcome news of increased funding for the NHS at a time when it is so desperately needed. Stroke is a leading cause of adult disability and the fourth leading cause of death in the UK. People affected by stroke are all too often plagued by the well-documented issues facing the NHS from ambula -
New Urgent and Emergency Care Plan 2025
Juliet Bouverie OBE, CEO of the Stroke Association, said:
“Stroke is a medical emergency which affects 240 people in the UK every day. Not only is it the country’s fourth leading cause of death but it is also the leading cause of complex adult disability. 1.9 million brain cells die every minute after a stroke hits, so timely treatment is vital.
“Long ambulance waits, handover -
Stroke survivors raise their voice for Sing4Stroke
Stroke survivors and budding singers from across Northern Ireland raised their voice in a pop-up choir on 4th June to raise funds for the Stroke Association.
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Shetland MSP to host Scottish Parliament event to highlight thrombectomy postcode lottery
Beatrice Wishart MSP is hosting an event with the Stroke Association and Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland at the Scottish Parliament on 12th June, to bring the plight of stroke survivors across Scotland to the attention of Members of the Scottish Parliament.
Around 10,000 Scottish residents have a stroke every year and the latest figure for Shetland is 37 islanders had a stroke in 20231.
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