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
“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
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
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
“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.”
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 che
Stroke Association response to Autumn Statement: Stroke must remain a priority
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
"When so many know a stroke survivor, it’s worrying that so few know the signs or what to do if stroke strikes."
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
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’
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
