Alton man’s London Marathon challenge in memory of his dad will raise funds for the Stroke Association
“I wanted to turn losing my dad into some kind of positive."
Latest news
-
-
Reading man takes on 10K run for Stroke Association in memory of two “amazing” friends
"Every time I’m running and think I’m going to stop, I think of those two and it spurs me on. They’ll be laughing up in Heaven, thinking normally he can’t even run for a bus!"
-
Programme for Government – September 2026
Billy Alexander, Stroke Association’s associate director for Scotland, said:
“We welcome today’s commitment from First Minister to ensure every stroke patient in Scotland who needs a thrombectomy gets one – regardless of the time or day. Whilst long overdue, this could herald a genuine turning point for stroke care in Scotland.
“Thrombectomy is a lifechanging treatment that ca -
Norfolk stroke survivor urges others to “know the signs” as Stroke Association brings free information event to county
Norfolk stroke survivor Rupert Greest is encouraging people to take their health seriously and learn the signs of stroke as the Stroke Association brings its Stroke Information Live event to the county this September.
The Stroke Information Live – Norfolk & Suffolk event will take place at Norfolk County Showground on Tuesday 22 September, bringing together people affected by stroke, their -
Scotland lags six years behind UK in providing “game changing” treatment for stroke patients
“Stroke teams cannot make this transformation alone. Scottish Government and NHS leaders now need to provide the leadership, workforce, investment and national planning required to turn the ambition of a 24/7 thrombectomy service into reality.”
-
Faversham family tackle Channel swim for the Stroke Association
“This challenge isn’t just about testing ourselves - it’s about raising money for a cause that means a great deal to our family.”
-
Three-year-old Henry’s mini strokes inspire his mum’s book to help other families
"I stayed strong for Henry and wanted something positive to come out of it to increase awareness and to also help children understand it if it happens to them.”
Social media
Contacts
-
Angela Macleod Press contact Press Officer National press and Stroke Association research and policy communications angela.macleod@stroke.org.uk 07904 289900
-
Laura Thomas Press contact Communications Officer Wales Laura.Thomas@stroke.org.uk 07776508594
-
Ken Scott Press contact Press Officer North of England and Midlands ken.scott@stroke.org.uk 0115 778 8429
-
Daisy Dighton Press contact Press Officer London and East of England daisy.dighton@stroke.org.uk 02079401358
-
Martin Oxley Press contact Press Officer South of England martin.oxley@stroke.org.uk 07776 508 646
-
Vicki Hall Press contact PR Manager Fundraising and local services vicki.hall@stroke.org.uk 0161 742 7478
-
Katie Padfield Press contact Head of PR & Media This team is not responsible for booking marketing materials or advertising katie.padfield@stroke.org.uk
-
Out of hours contact Press contact Media queries press@stroke.org.uk 07799 436 008
-
Kate Asselman Press contact Artist Liaison Lead kate.asselman@stroke.org.uk 07540 518022
-
Tell us your story Press contact stories@stroke.org.uk 07799 436008
-
Lauren Forrest Press contact Communications Officer Northern Ireland lauren.forrest@stroke.org.uk 07703320921
-
Nancy Dear Press contact Scotland nancy.dear@stroke.org.uk 07425 164341
