Marlow stroke survivor urges people to check for ‘silent condition’ which can cause serious strokes
“I’d urge people to do the pulse test and if it seems to be irregular get it diagnosed, especially if they know that AF is in the family history."
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Devon stroke survivor urges people to check for ‘silent condition’ which can cause serious strokes
A stroke survivor from Bideford is backing a charity’s plea for people to carry out a simple test on themselves in case they have a ‘silent condition’ which could cause a serious stroke.
The Stroke Association is urging people to mark Stroke Prevention Day on Thursday 12 January by checking their own pulse to make sure it’s not irregular.
Ian Murdoch’s stroke was caused by atrial fibrillatio -
St Leonards stroke survivor urges people to check for ‘silent condition’ which can cause serious strokes
“I had never heard of AF. The valves in my heart are messing about, they don’t pump properly."
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Stroke Association response to December 2022 ambulance data
More than 36,000 people who called 999 in December 2022 with emergencies including suspected stroke waited over three and a half hours (03:41:48) for an ambulance, today’s (12.01.23) figures show.
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County Down stroke survivor urges people to check for ‘silent condition’ which can cause serious strokes
County Down stroke survivor urges people to check for ‘silent condition’ which can cause serious strokes
A stroke survivor from County Down is backing a charity’s plea for people to carry out a simple test on themselves in case they have a ‘silent condition’ which could cause a serious stroke.
Paul Mclean had atrial fibrillation or ‘AF’, where the heart beats with an irregular rhythm. When t -
Stroke Prevention Day 2023: Almost three in four people don’t know that an irregular heartbeat is a major cause of strokes
Stroke Prevention Day is Thursday 12 January 2023
Stroke Association urges people to check themselves for ‘silent’ condition, Atrial Fibrillation
The Stroke Association and BBC Morning Live’s Dr Punam Krishan are urging people to check for a ‘silent condition’ which is one of the leading causes of serious strokes, after a survey showed that few are aware of the link.
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Stroke Association response to the scheduled industrial action in the health service
We are concerned about hugely pressured working conditions in the NHS, staff shortages, and the retention and burnout issues affecting the current workforce.
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Cornwall stroke survivors offered help to face emotional difficulties
Stroke survivors in Cornwall who are struggling to cope with its often overwhelming emotional aftermath are now being helped by a new service provided by the Stroke Association.
In Cornwall, more than 1,000 people have a stroke each year and there are more than 14,000 people living with the effects of stroke.
The charity’s research suggests that three-quarters of stroke survivors experience -
Cornwall Emotional Support Service helped stroke survivor Dave and his mum Jackie start to cope
“It helped me think about how to let out my anger and frustration which is a huge part of the healing process,” – stroke survivor Dave Parkyn
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A mistake to cut funding for life-enhancing stroke treatment
Health charities and NHS clinicians have united in a call for the Scottish Government to reverse a cut to the funding of a vital stroke treatment that significantly reduces long-term disability.
More than 150 stroke clinicians have backed a call from charities Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) and the Stroke Association for the reinstatement of £7m to the national thrombectomy service f -
Three quarters of stroke survivors spend less time socialising following their stroke: Survey reveals devastating social impact of stroke
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
“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.”
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Bath and North East Somerset stroke survivors offered benefits advice as costs soar
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
Stroke Association response to Autumn Statement: Stroke must remain a priority
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Patients falling through the gaps in care, as survey reveals inadequate psychological support after stroke in Scotland
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
"When so many know a stroke survivor, it’s worrying that so few know the signs or what to do if stroke strikes."
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Kier Starmer and MPs wear Stroke Association badges to mark World Stroke Day
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
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Stuart's story highlights fear of stroke - but there can be hope
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
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
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Sisters brave 10K to raise funds for cause close to their heart
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
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