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Nelson Steps out for Stroke
More than 50 Nelson residents stepped out on Saturday 25 June at the Stroke Association’s Step out for Stroke event, to raise vital funds for the charity.
Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayoress, Councillor David Whalley and Mrs Barbara Whalley, officially opened the fundraising walk in Victoria Park. The event celebrated the achievements of stroke survivors as they walked alongside their friends and family.
Annie Moran, Events Officer at the Stroke Association, said: “Step out for Stroke is a fun walk that everyone can be part of, no matter what your age or fitness level. Ultimately, our Step out for Stroke event celebrates the achievements stroke survivors make on the road to recovery.
“We’re very grateful to everyone who came along to show their support on Saturday, including the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress for officially opening the walk. It was a glorious sunny day; people were full of smiles and a great day was had by all. The money raised will help even more stroke survivors rebuild their lives after a stroke.”
Marie Mills, Information, Advice and Support coordinator at the Stroke Association, helped to organise the event. She added: “Stroke happens in an instant, but its effects can last a lifetime. Far too many people don’t understand the condition or think it will ever happen to them. We believe everyone affected by stroke should get the support they need to make the best possible recovery. We’re grateful for the community for getting involved and helping to make it an event to remember.”
There are more than14,600 strokes each year in the North West and over 157,370 people living with the effects of stroke.
To find out more about Step out for Stroke visit www.stroke.org.uk/stepout
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A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is one of the largest causes of disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.
Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and together we can conquer 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
