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Edinburgh man’s fundraising challenge after seeing the impact of stroke

Stuart Fenwick, aged 29 is taking part in all three of the Stroke Association’s Resolution Runs in February and March this year.

Stuart, saw the real life impact of a stroke after his grandad had two strokes a few years ago. Stuart noticed how a stroke can affect everything we do: our physical health as well as our mental health. His Grandfather’s mental health greatly declined after his stroke that made Stuart realise just how important it is for the emotional effects of a stroke to be taken seriously.

A few years later Stuart lost a very inspirational teacher to stroke.

This is the reason for taking part in the Stroke Association’s Resolution Runs.

Stuart says:

“Running for such a great cause is ideal to kick start my year of 10Ks. I think there is so much support that can be given to everyone affected by stroke and to help raise funds for this, gives me great satisfaction.”

Angie Macleod, Communications Manager at the Stroke Association in Scotland said:

“It is amazing to see Stuart taking part in all three of our Resolution Runs. It takes somebody who is fit, but who has great passion for the cause. Stuart is very aware of the huge impact a stroke can have and we want everyone to be aware just how serious stroke is. We also want people to be aware of the benefits of exercise in helping to prevent a stroke.”

The Stroke Association’s Edinburgh Resolution Run 2018 takes place on Sunday 4 March 2018at he foreshore in Cramond.

To sign up to Stroke Association’s Resolution Run

Visit http://www.stroke.org.uk/resolution, or email resolution@stroke.org.uk

For press enquiries contact Angie Macleod on 0131 555 7244 or email: Angela.Macleod@stroke.org.uk

Topics

  • A stroke is a brain attack that happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. It is the leading cause of disability in the UK. In Scotland, around 15,000 people have a stroke every year and about 124,000 people live with the effects of stroke.
  • The Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and we’re leading a community of people to change the world for people affected by stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk

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