Take a leap of faith for stroke
If you’ve ever wondered how it would feel to swing off a 150ft crane then now is your chance to find out.
Topics: Medical research
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Local residents bring some sunshine to Bournemouth residents with a flash mob
Local residents were treated to a flash mob in Bournemouth Square on Monday 15 February by the Stroke Association.
A group of stroke survivors, carers and volunteers dressed in summer clothing surprised shoppers with an impromptu dance routine.
The stunt was organised by the Stroke Association to raise awareness of their new fundraising initiative, Bring Me Sunshine.
This February, the St -
New group launches to help local stroke survivors return to work
A new support group to help stroke survivors in London return to work has launched at Islington Central Library on Fieldway Crescent, and will meet every Wednesday at 11am.
The weekly group, called ‘Job Club’, is run by the Stroke Association and will provide a place for people looking for work to create a CV, job search, and practice their interview skills.
Kate Pieroudis, Back to Wo -
Devon youngster goes the extra mile for the Stroke Association
Devon youngster goes the extra mile for the Stroke Association
A Devon youngster will be joined by his mother to take on the Stroke Association’s Resolution Run in Escot Park, Devon, on 27 February 2016.
Ten-year-old Henry Dobrijevic was inspired to raise vital funds for the charity after his brother Oliver had a stroke in 2013, just before his second birthday.Oliver, who is now five years o -
Stroke Association urges runners in Hagley to make a resolution that counts
The Stroke Association and the Rotary are encouraging people to make a pledge which counts, and take part in a 5k or 10k Resolution Run on 13 March 2016 at Hagley Hall in Stourbridge.
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Stroke Association statement on Rivaroxaban
A recent paper published in the BMJ queried the assessment of the ROCKET AF study that the drug Rivaroxaban is effective in reducing Atrial Fibrillation (AF) related stroke. The group who undertook the ROCKET AF study reviewed their data and have now published their finding in the New England Journal of Medicine that Rivaroxaban does not show any increased bleeding risk compared to warfarin.
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Manchester stroke survivor tackles Resolution Run
A young stroke survivor from Didsbury is tackling the Stroke Association’s Resolution Run on Sunday 06 March at Heaton Park, just ten months into his recovery.
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Bromsgrove fundraisers to face the heat at firewalk
The Stroke Association is calling out for thrill-seekers to walk barefoot across burning coals at a firewalk on Thursday 25 February at the Life After Stroke Centre in Bromsgrove.
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Join the Stroke Association to conquer the Dash of the Titan
The Stroke Association is calling out for runners who are up for a challenge to take part in the Dash of the Titan obstacle race on Saturday 26 March 2016 in Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire.
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Local stroke survivor celebrates recovery with gruelling cycling challenge
A Derbyshire stroke survivor is preparing to take on a 140 mile cycling challenge, and is calling out to others affected by stroke to join on him on the ride.
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Stroke Association warns cuts to services will have a huge impact on East Sussex stroke survivors and carers
Stroke Association warns cuts to services will have a huge impact on East Sussex stroke survivors and carers East Sussex County Council met on 26 January to discuss its budget. It proposed ceasing funding of the Stroke Association’s support services in the county. This recommendation will now go to a full Council meeting on Tuesday 9 February for ratification.
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Stroke Association appoints new Chief Executive
Juliet Bouverie, former Executive Director of Services and Influencing at Macmillan Cancer Support, will take up her new role as Chief Executive of the Stroke Association on 20 June 2016
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Kirkby-in-Ashfield teacher takes on 12 half marathons in 12 months
A teacher from Kirkby-in-Ashfield is gearing up to take on 12 half marathons in 12 months to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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Worcester fundraiser reaches £10,000 fundraising target
Local fundraiser, Charlie Hodges, is celebrating his £10,000 fundraising achievement for the Stroke Association.
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Daredevils with a head for heights sought for Stroke Association abseil
The Stroke Association is calling out for fun-seeking fundraisers to abseil down Dudley Castle's medieval walls and raise funds for charity, on Saturday 19 March and Sunday 20 March.
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Stroke Association statement on stroke mortality at weekends
Stroke Association statement on discussion about the statistic that there is a higher risk of stroke mortality for hospital admissions at weekends.
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Stroke Association launches new project to improve mental wellbeing in North Derbyshire
The Stroke Association is inviting people affected by stroke in North Derbyshire to attend a series of new Mindfulness sessions, to help improve their mental wellbeing.
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Stroke survivor marks recovery with daring Stroke Association zip line challenge
A young stroke survivor from Durham will mark almost a year since his stroke, by taking part in Newcastle’s first ever night time zip wire.
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Stroke Association urges runners in London to make a resolution that counts
The Stroke Association is encouraging people to make a pledge which counts, and take part in a 5k or 10k Resolution Run on 13 March 2016 at Victoria Park.
The event is one of 28 fundraising Resolution Runs taking place across the UK this spring. These runs provide the perfect motivation to get in shape after Christmas, while helping to conquer stroke.
Ruth Dunkin from the Stroke Association -
Stroke Association urges runners in Reading to make a resolution that counts
The Stroke Association is encouraging people to make a pledge which counts, and take part in a 5k,10k or 15k Resolution Run on 13 March 2016 at Prospect Park.
The event is one of 28 fundraising Resolution Runs taking place across the UK this spring. These runs provide the perfect motivation to get in shape after Christmas, while helping to conquer stroke.
Michelle Bowdidge from the Stroke As
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