Topics: Medical research

Three quarters of stroke survivors spend less time socialising following their stroke: Survey reveals devastating social impact of stroke

7 December 2022 14:54

Almost three quarters (73%) of stroke survivors spend less or no time socialising with their families and friends since their stroke, highlighting the devastating and often hidden social impact of stroke. Moreover, four out of five (83%) stroke survivors spend less or no time on their hobbies and four in five (79%) have given up a hobby altogether.
The Stroke Association and Buzz Bingo are toda

Jersey stroke survivor fears islanders are missing out on a ‘miracle treatment’ which saved her life

25 November 2022 09:54

“I am alive because of having a thrombectomy and I want to be the voice to let the right people know that you can be saved by having it.”

Bath and North East Somerset stroke survivors offered benefits advice as costs soar

24 November 2022 16:17

Stroke survivors in Bath and North East Somerset are being offered free benefits advice to help them cope with the financial impact of their stroke.
A new partnership will see the Stroke Association refer stroke survivors and carers to Citizens Advice - Bath and North East Somerset and comes as soaring inflation means that making ends meet is getting even harder.
The service includes checkin

Stroke Association response to Autumn Statement: Stroke must remain a priority

17 November 2022 19:17

Stroke Association response to Autumn Statement: Stroke must remain a priority

Patients falling through the gaps in care, as survey reveals inadequate psychological support after stroke in Scotland

27 October 2022 00:01

95% reported stroke had an impact on their psychological wellbeing.

Most stroke survivors surveyed, do not feel they are getting the osychological support they need both in hospital (73%,) and in the community (68%.)

87% of stroke survivors in Scotland want to see equal access to physical and psychological care within their rehabilitation.

Stroke survivors with anxiety a

World Stroke Day 2022: Over half of UK teens unaware of life-saving stroke test

27 October 2022 00:01

"When so many know a stroke survivor, it’s worrying that so few know the signs or what to do if stroke strikes."

Kier Starmer and MPs wear Stroke Association badges to mark World Stroke Day

26 October 2022 12:42

Juliet Bouverie OBE, Chief Executive of the Stroke Association said: "We're pleased to see so many MPs wearing Stroke Association badges in the House of Commons today to mark the upcoming World Stroke Day. Quick access to stroke treatment is essential for the best chances of survival and recovery. Currently only 30% of patients who could have thrombectomy treatment receive it. It's essential the g

Stuart's story highlights fear of stroke - but there can be hope

20 October 2022 10:14

The fear that goes through your head, when you’re told by your GP to pack your bag for hospital because you may be having a stroke is unimaginable. I’d called my GP with an excruciating headache having had some weakness down one side of my body in the days leading up to it. Other than the headache I was ok; I could walk, use my arm and I was lucid. Yet as far as the doctors were concerned I’

The emotional impact of stroke is the hardest to deal with - Ruth's story

19 October 2022 11:32

Ruth Hector from Stirling, had two strokes at the age of 30. Whilst she recovered well from the first stroke, the second stroke left her with speech and mobility problems. The hardest aspect of her stroke was dealing with the psychological effects of her stroke which left her anxious and depressed. She didn’t receive the support she needed at the time, so is now campaigning with the Stroke Asso

Sisters brave 10K to raise funds for cause close to their heart

29 September 2022 10:21

Leighona and Julia Quinn from Clydebank are taking on their first 10K this Sunday to raise funds for the Stroke Association.
The two sisters are taking on The Great Scottish Run, which returns to Glasgow following the pandemic.
Leighona aged 27 said:
“Mum had a stroke ten years ago at the age of 44 and it was devastating. She lost the ability to walk and to talk, and as a result lost h

Gillingham man whose dad had major stroke tackles TCS London Marathon to raise funds for Stroke Association

22 September 2022 15:20

A Gillingham actor whose father had a devastating stroke is running the TCS London Marathon for the charity which is helping him to rebuild his life.
Jon Cobb has so far raised more than £5,200 for the Stroke Association.
Jon’s father, Steve, 64, had a stroke at the family home in September last year and spent three months in Maidstone Hospital and a care home.
“My father had his whole w

Local Resident Braves Half Marathon to raise funds for Stroke Charity

5 September 2022 14:56

Andrea, 59, from Auchtertool is taking on the Great North Run Half Marathon for the Stroke Association. She is doing it as part of her target to run two half marathons as she turns 60 this year.
Andrea, also former Director Scotland of the Stroke Association, is passionate about the cause and firmly believes there should be more awareness of stroke and greater funding to support research and p

Comment from the Stroke Association: Stroke and a Person’s Blood Type (published in American Academy of Neurology journal.)

1 September 2022 07:14

Dr Clare Jonas, Research Communications and Engagement Lead said:
“The majority of strokes happen to older people, due to reasons we are commonly aware of such as high blood pressure, thickening of the arteries or atrial fibrillation. The causes of stroke in younger adults aren’t as well understood, which makes them harder to prevent.
“This study involved a genetic analysis of the blood ty

Stroke Association response to NHS pharmacy blood pressure checks saving lives

26 August 2022 14:08

Something this simple really does save lives. We encourage all over 40s to get their blood pressure checked in a pharmacy.

Local resident recovering from a stroke takes on walking challenge to raise funds for stroke charity

25 August 2022 12:32

Stuart Geekes, 63, from Dunbar, is embarking on a five-mile walk as part of the ‘Edinburgh Kiltwalk’ on Sunday 18 September following a severe stroke only a year ago.

The stroke happened in an instant. one moment Stuart was busy working away for a multinational company, only to find himself a couple of hours later unable to speak. Jo, Stuart’s wife, thought it was a stroke, so called t

Stroke Association response to HSJ's 'Government examines surge in ‘potentially preventable’ deaths'

19 August 2022 00:01

We understand that the excess deaths analysis is ongoing but we’re concerned by these initial findings.

“My stroke won’t stop me getting married”

12 August 2022 13:08

This week on Emmerdale, Marlon Dingle took a huge step in his stroke recovery as he got out of his wheelchair and walked down the aisle to the altar to ask Rhona Ghoskirk, to marry him. It was a rare moment of happiness for the couple.
Marlon is not alone in his determination to take part in a wedding ceremony after his stroke. Many inspirational stroke survivors show the same grit to do this

Tens of thousands of emergency patients waited over two hours for ambulances

11 August 2022 12:05

Ambulance crisis is affecting stroke patients

Somerset stroke survivor fears others could miss out on a ‘miracle treatment’ which saved her

29 July 2022 17:14

A Somerset woman who survived a life-threatening stroke thanks to a remarkable medical procedure called thrombectomy is backing pleas for it to be made available for everyone who needs it.
A report by the Stroke Association released today (Thursday 28 July) warns that thousands of people who have a stroke could miss out on having a thrombectomy, where clots blocking the supply of blood to the b

Dorset stroke survivor fears thousands could miss out on a ‘miracle treatment’ which saved him

29 July 2022 17:05

A GP from Dorset who had a game-changing new procedure after having a stroke is backing the Stroke Association’s campaign to make it more widely available.
A report by the charity released today (Thursday 28 July) warns that thousands of people who have a stroke could miss out on having a thrombectomy.
With thrombectomy, clots blocking the supply of blood to the brain can be physically pluck