Stroke survivor discovers new talent for poetry after stroke
A woman from Chesterfield has discovered a new talent for writing poetry, after surviving a stroke earlier this year.
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Over 30 Stroke survivors step out in Reading to help others
Over 30 stroke survivors and their family from Reading and surrounding areas came together to Step Out for Stroke on the 12th July 2015.The group signed up to the sponsored walking event in Christchurch Meadows to raise funds for the Stroke Association.
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Stroke Association statement on latest quarterly Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP)
The ninth report from the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) reveals today that 11 stroke services scored an overall ‘A’-grade for the quality of care they provide for patients.
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Samantha’s 50th Birthday challenge for Dad
Samantha Mitchell from Camborne in Cornwall has signed up to the Bournemouth half marathon in October in memory of her Dad who passed away five years ago after a stroke. Samantha who turns 50 this year wanted to do something to celebrate her birthday and raise money for the Stroke Association.
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Sunderland stroke survivor receives regional recognition
A stroke survivor from Sunderland has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of his courage and support for other stroke survivors.
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Whickham stroke survivor receives regional recognition
A Whickham stroke survivor has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her courage and determination.
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Washington two year old stroke survivor receives regional recognition
Two year old stroke survivor, Emma Rose Willis, from Washington has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association.
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Local whippet receives regional recognition
Local whippet, Kevin from Great Whittington, has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of his fundraising efforts to help conquer stroke.
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Northumberland stroke survivor and wife receive regional recognition
A Northumberland stroke survivor and his wife have each received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association.
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Gateshead stroke survivor receives regional recognition
A Gateshead stroke survivor has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her creativity after stroke.
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Liverpool daredevils sought for sky high Stroke Association abseil
The Stroke Association is calling on fun-seeking fundraisers to take part in an unforgettable abseil at the iconic Liverpool Anglican Cathedral on Saturday 08 August 2015.
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Scottish Stroke Care Audit 2015
Andrea Cail, Director Scotland of the Stroke Association said:‘These standards are tough and they are meant to challenge stroke teams to ensure continuous improvements in treatment and care.
However, we are concerned to see that a number of hospitals in Scotland are still failing to meet the standard set for some of the vital elements of care as outlined in the stroke care bundle1
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Postwoman conquers 30,000ft challenge for the Stroke Association
Carol Walthew, a postwoman from Kendal, has successfully completed three gruelling physical challenges, raising more than £2,235 for the Stroke Association in the process.
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The Stroke Association calls on Northampton runners to help conquer stroke
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.
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TV comic Duncan Norvelle stages show for the Stroke Association
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.
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Sunderland beauty queen helps to conquer stroke
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.
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Big hearted Bluebird Care raises money for stroke survivors
The Director of St Helens homecare agency, Bluebird Care has raised more than £550 for the Stroke Association after his sister survived a stroke.
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Family of ten take on the Great South Run in memory of Dad and Grandad
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.
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Stroke garden blooms thanks to Dobbies donation
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.
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Stroke Association statement on Jimmy Greaves
Football legend Jimmy Greaves revealed that he is feeling “lucky to be alive” after suffering a severe stroke, the Stroke Association wish him well in his recovery.
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