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The Stroke Association calls on Northampton runners to help conquer stroke
15 July 2015 11:14
The Stroke Association is appealing to Northampton runners to help conquer stroke, by joining the charity’s team at the Northampton Half Marathon on Sunday 06 September.
TV comic Duncan Norvelle stages show for the Stroke Association
15 July 2015 10:58
Popular comedian and impressionist Duncan Norvelle will return to the stage in Nottingham on Friday 31 July, for the first time since his life-changing stroke in April 2012.
Sunderland beauty queen helps to conquer stroke
14 July 2015 10:22
Sunderland beauty queen, Anya Gould, has chosen to support the Stroke Association ahead of competing in two international competitions, after her stepfather had a stroke.
Big hearted Bluebird Care raises money for stroke survivors
13 July 2015 13:49
The Director of St Helens homecare agency, Bluebird Care has raised more than £550 for the Stroke Association after his sister survived a stroke.
Family of ten take on the Great South Run in memory of Dad and Grandad
13 July 2015 12:36
Ten members of the same family from Gosport, will be taking part in the Great South Run in October in memory of their Dad and Grandad Frank Marsden, who passed away in April after suffering four strokes.At his wake the family decided it would be a nice idea to run the Great South Run in his memory and on behalf of the Stroke Association.
Stroke garden blooms thanks to Dobbies donation
10 July 2015 12:09
A local garden project which supports stroke survivors throughout their recovery has been selected to receive an in-store shopping spree from Dobbies Garden Centre in Birtley as part of the store’s Here We Grow scheme.
Dukinfield stroke survivor set to host fun-filled community fundraiser
7 July 2015 12:49
Hannah McDonald, a 25 year old stroke survivor from Dukinfield, is inviting the local community to join her on Saturday 01 August, when she’ll be raising vital funds for the Stroke Association.
Dover resident Peter Groombridge scoops national award for courage
6 July 2015 15:29
Local stroke survivor Peter Groombridge from Dover has been presented with an Adult Courage Award sponsored by Vision Express, at a national award ceremony held in London. Peter received his award from Presenter and Journalist Anna Richardson.
Morwhenna completes 177 miles by boat, foot and bike for stroke
6 July 2015 15:22
Morwhenna Woolcock, 40, from Bristol has just completed an epic adventure travelling from the Brecon Beacons to Morwenstow following (roughly) in the footsteps of the 5th century Saint Morwenna. Stroke survivor Morwhenna completed the 177 mile adventure travelling by bike, boat, and on foot in just 21 days.
Young Doncaster stroke survivor set to tackle York 10K
6 July 2015 10:54
Hannah Burton, a 19 year old stroke survivor from Doncaster, is set to help conquer stroke by taking part in the York 10k on Sunday 02 August, to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
Manchester stroke specialist scoops national award for life-saving work
1 July 2015 10:01
One of the country’s leading stroke specialists has scooped a national Life After Stroke Special Recognition Award for her pioneering work to transform the quality of stroke care in the UK. Professor Pippa Tyrrell, 58 from Cheshire, was presented with her award by Sally Bee at a star studded ceremony hosted by the Stroke Association in London on Thursday 25 June 2015.
13 year old stroke survivor wins national courage award
1 July 2015 09:53
A 13 year-old from Stockton on Tees has won a national Life After Stroke Award. Emily Simpson was presented with the Children and Young People’s Courage Award by Jermaine Jackman and Tallia Storm at a star-studded ceremony at the Rosewood Hotel in London on 25 June 2015.

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