Blood pressure check could save your life, says Margate stroke survivor
"People think that ‘nothing’s going to happen to me’ and then bang!”
Regions: Kent
Stroke Association urges runners in Maidstone to make a resolution that counts
The Stroke Association is encouraging people to make a pledge which counts, and take part in a 5k,10k or 15k Resolution Run on 13 March 2016 at Mote Park.
The event is one of 28 fundraising Resolution Runs taking place across the UK this spring. These runs provide the perfect motivation to get in shape after Christmas, while helping to conquer stroke.
Paul Tomlinson from the Stroke Assoc
Dover resident Peter Groombridge scoops national award for courage
Local stroke survivor Peter Groombridge from Dover has been presented with an Adult Courage Award sponsored by Vision Express, at a national award ceremony held in London. Peter received his award from Presenter and Journalist Anna Richardson.
New Stroke group is launched in Dover.
A new Stroke Association Voluntary group has been launched in Dover.The group held its official launch in the Ark in Noah’s Ark road on the 7th May 2015.Stroke survivor Peter Groombridge from Shepherdswell decided to open a voluntary group with support from the Stroke Association after a stroke club in the town was closed down due to the sad death of the club’s Vice Chairperson Jean Henderson.
Del and Linda take the ultimate leap for stroke survivor Fred
Two friends Linda Holland from Herne bay and Derek Dummer (Del) from Whitstabletook a massive leap on the 7th April 2015when they completed a skydive to raise funds for the Stroke Association. The pair were motivated to take on a major challenge after they saw the determination of their friend’s Dad, Fred Tugwell, who had a massive stroke last May.
Herne Bay resident takes on 8th Marathon at 80
80 year old Alan Dudney is getting ready to put his best foot forward as he takes on the Virgin Money London Marathon to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
Edward urges people in Kent to act FAST
Edward Ramsay, 71, from Chatham had a stroke in October last year and believes the FAST Test could have saved his life
Twelve days of Christmas begins with the Stroke Association’s Festive Concert
The Stroke Association Carol concert on the 12th December 2014 will provide the perfect start to everyone’s Christmas celebrations. The Carol Concert, which will feature the Sainsbury’s Choir, recently seen on a hit TV Show, will take place at All Saint’s Church in Mill Street Maidstone.