Stroke is largely preventable, with hypertension confirmed as biggest risk factor, according to INTERSTROKE, a global study
Dr Shamim Quadir, Research Communications Manager at the Stroke Association said:
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Celebrities including James Norton and Julian Fellowes call for A New Era for Stroke
War and Peace stars James Norton and Jessie Buckley, Downtown Abbey creator Julian Fellowes, and BBC Radio One DJ Greg James are among over 11,000 people who have signed a Stroke Association petition calling for a new national stroke strategy for England.
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Staff at Claire’s Europe climb to fundraising success for the Stroke Association
A team of 18 members of staff from Claire’s Europe in Birmingham scaled the Yorkshire Three Peaks on Friday 08 July, and raised £3,160 in vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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Kidderminster student goes the extra mile for the Stroke Association
Jacq Bennett, 19 from Kidderminster, is preparing to take on five half marathons in five days to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association, after losing his uncle to a stroke.
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Comment in response to Scottish Stroke Care Audit report, 2016
Andrea Cail, Director Scotland, Stroke Association said:
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Life After Stroke Centre gears up for driving assessment event
The Regional Driving Assessment Centre has teamed up with the Stroke Association to help local stroke survivors get back in the driving seat.
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Royal Mail and Stroke Association delivering better health
The Stroke Association is celebrating reaching a milestone in their charity partnership with the Royal Mail.
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The Stroke Association calls on Yorkshire runners to help conquer stroke
The Stroke Association is appealing to runners in Yorkshire to help conquer stroke, by joining the charity’s team at the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon on Sunday 09 October.
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Nelson Steps out for Stroke
More than 50 Nelson residents stepped out on Saturday 25 June at the Stroke Association’s Step out for Stroke event, to raise vital funds for the charity.
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Nantwich Steps out for Stroke
More than 80 Nantwich residents stepped out on Saturday 04 June at the Stroke Association’s Step out for Stroke event, and raised more than £1,000 for the charity in the process.
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The Wavelength Project presents: Reflecting Nature at the Royal Exchange
Award-winning multimedia artist and stroke survivor Mark Ware is bringing his latest art exhibition to Manchester, as part of the European City of Science 2016.
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James Norton joins London cyclists in fundraising success for the Stroke Association
Happy Valley TV star, James Norton was joined by over a thousand people to cycle across London at the Stroke Association’s annual cycling event: Thames Bridges Bike Ride.
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Wombourne librarian thanks the Stroke Association and The Goodlife Project
A Wombourne librarian has praised the Stroke Association for potentially saving her from a life-changing stroke thanks to support from their Long Term Conditions Project.
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Upton By Chester Golf Club raises £2,000 for the Stroke Association
Upton By Chester Golf Club has raised £2,000 for the Stroke Association after holding a fundraising golf day for the charity.
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Stroke Association hosts Big Purple Night Out for stroke
The Stroke Association is inviting Wigan residents to enjoy a fun filled gala evening at Golborne and Parkside Sports and Community Club to help raise vital funds.
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Brave mum takes to the skies to raise funds for the Stroke Association
A stroke survivor from Bournemouth is gearing up for a skydiving challenge on Saturday 16 July in a bid to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
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Máirtín Ó Muilleoir, MLA visits Stroke Association group
Finance Minister and South Belfast MLA Máirtín Ó Muilleoir visited the Stroke Association’s Speech and Language Therapy group in South Belfast today to mark Aphasia Awareness Month (June).
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Fermanagh Rose Mairead supports Stroke Association
Fermanagh’s entrant in this year’s Rose of Tralee festival has spoken of her commitment to supporting local people affected by stroke.
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Political opponents come together in aid of the Stroke Association
Former York council leader Chris Steward and former Labour councillor Fiona Fitzpatrick are set to take part in the Stroke Association’s Step out for Stroke event in Rowntree Park, York, on Saturday 2 July.
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Peterborough stroke survivor finds his voice
Wansford resident Leonard du Pisanie, 72, is on the road to recovery after a stroke left him unable to talk in 2013.
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