Stroke survivors in Guernsey to benefit from new Communication Club and community support opportunities
The group is specifically designed to support people living with aphasia
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Every 22 minutes a suspected stroke patient makes their own way to A&E instead of by ambulance, warns the Stroke Association
Thousands of people with symptoms of stroke are making their own way to A&E instead of calling 999 and waiting for an ambulance - which could be putting their lives at risk, warns the Stroke Association.
240 people wake up to the impact of a stroke every day in the UK. The latest annual figures from the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP)1 for April 2024 – March 2025 reveal mor -
Stroke survivors in Medway discovered the power of bingo to help reduce loneliness and social isolation which often follows a stroke
"Playing bingo brings people together to have fun, which is why our partnership with Buzz bingo has been so successful.”
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‘Inspirational’ Plymouth doctor defies disability after stroke to clinch World championship cycling title
"It is a huge understatement to say we are so proud of all his achievements" - Jimmy's mum, Sally
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New figures show ongoing failure to deliver life-changing stroke treatment, with Scotland lagging far behind rest of the UK
John Watson, Associate Director for the Stroke Association in Scotland, said:
“Stroke is Scotland's third biggest killer, and the leading cause of complex adult disability. But the latest official figures1 show the ongoing failure of health boards to make stroke the priority it needs to be.
“The failure is most striking in thrombectomy, a life-saving, life-changing treatment that should b -
Stroke Association celebrates 15 years of supporting stroke survivors in West Norfolk
Over 70 people gathered on Thursday 7 August to celebrate 15 years of the Stroke Association’s dedicated support for stroke survivors in West Norfolk.
The celebratory event, organised by the Stroke Association, brought together volunteers past and present, stroke survivors, carers, healthcare professionals, and community supporters. It was both a heartfelt thank you to those who have given thei -
Proposed Long Term Conditions Framework risks hard-won progress in stroke policy
The Stroke Association has responded to a Scottish Government consultation on its proposed Long Term Conditions Framework
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Routine eye scan could predict 10-year heart attack and stroke risk
Dr Clare Jonas, Research Lead at the Stroke Association, said: “Every day, 240 people in the UK wake up to life after stroke. Not only is stroke the fourth leading cause of death in the UK, it’s also the leading cause of adult disability. As nine in 10 strokes are preventable, screening for risk factors could reduce the number of people affected by this lifechanging condition.
“AI analyses of h -
Comment: Today’s 10-Year Health Plan announcement
Juliet Bouverie, CEO of the Stroke Association, comments on the new 10 year health plan announcement...
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Ombudsman stroke complaints increase – June 2025
Juliet Bouverie OBE, CEO of the Stroke Association, said:
“These findings are deeply concerning as they highlight the difficulties faced by the overstretched NHS workforce when battling against a broken system. The findings also reflect our own experiences supporting stroke survivors, as well as patient survey data collated with the NHS, which found room for improvement too. Whilst dedicated s -
Eight-year-old Jess from Bristol wins Stroke Association competition singing her own song
"I wrote the song to show how important friendship is."
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New garden for stroke patients opens at Altnagelvin Hospital
A new garden designed to help stroke patients recover has been unveiled at Altnagelvin Hospital in County Londonderry.
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