Ambulance response times 'putting lives at risk'
Dr Dale Webb, Director of Research and Information at the Stroke Association, comments
Topics: Health, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals
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Scottish Stroke Care Audit 2014 National Report - Stroke Association Scotland comments
Andrea Cail, Director Scotland of the Stroke Association said: “Stroke is a major health problem in Scotland and it has now been a clinical priority for the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland for over 15 years. During that time there have been significant improvements in the quality of stroke care which have contributed to a reduction in the number of deaths from stroke. However, stroke is sti
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Young Bridgend graduate takes on solo cycling challenge of 1,100 miles for charity.
Tom Williams lost his father to a stroke in 1999 when he was just seven years old. Now he’s 22 Tom is determined to complete an incredible fundraising challenge for the Stroke Association, that will see him cycle from Calais to Rome in 14 days.
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Gene linked to higher stroke and heart attack risk - Stroke Association response
Researchers at Kings College London have identified a gene that may put people at greater risk of strokes and heart attacks.
The study's findings suggest that the gene fault may encourage the formation of blood clots - the ultimate cause of most heart attacks and strokes.
Developing a genetic test could help identify people at highest risk, allowing doctors to suggest more potent medication -
Robots to help stroke patients
A new project is aiming to get robots to help stroke patients regain their movement
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Young Stockton-on-Tees stroke survivor receives regional recognition
A 12 year old stroke survivor from Stockton-on-Tees has been awarded a Highly Commended Life After Stroke certificate from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her courage and determination.
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Young stroke survivor and fiancé receive regional recognition
A young Peterlee stroke survivor and her fiancé have each been awarded a Highly Commended Life After Stroke certificate from the Stroke Association.
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Washington survivor’s stroke recovery receives regional recognition
Inspirational young stroke survivor John Lee Lydon, 32, from Washington, has been awarded a Highly Commended Life After Stroke certificate from the Stroke Association.
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EastEnders to feature stroke storyline
New EastEnders storyline to tackle stroke
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Life After Stroke Award winners announced
Celebrities pay tribute to the work of stroke survivors, carers, volunteers and health professionals
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Young stroke survivor wins national award for volunteering
Stroke survivor Sarah Scott, 23, from Welwyn, Hertfordshire, has won a national Life After Stroke Award,
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Macclesfield musician scoops major stroke award
Pieter Egriega, a stroke survivor from Macclesfield, has won a 2014 Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association for using his artistic talents to help change the lives of people who are recovering from stroke.
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Farnborough physiotherapist wins Professional Excellence award
Melissa Peters, 32, from Farnborough, Hampshire, has won the 2014 Stroke Association’s Life After Stroke Award for Professional Excellence.
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Epsom grandfather scoops major award for courage after stroke
A Surrey grandfather has won a 2014 Stroke Association Life After Stroke Award for his remarkable bravery following a life-changing stroke.
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13-year-old carer wins national award
Cheyenne McLaughlin, 13, from Isleworth, Middlesex, has been presented with a 2014 Stroke Association Life After Stroke Award.
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Burton and District Stroke Club wins national award
Burton and District Stroke Club, based in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, has been recognised for the support and advice they offer local stroke survivor with a 2014 Life After Stroke Award
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Trinity St David graduate and stroke survivor wins national award
Stroke survivor Angharad Lloyd-Thomas has won the Stroke Association's 2014 Adult Courage Award (18-64).
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Halifax ‘superwoman’ scoops major award
A 40-year-old mother of two from Halifax has been hailed a real-life ‘superwoman’ after scooping the Stroke Association’s prestigious Fundraiser of the Year award.
Amanda Morris, who received her award from former Dragon and stroke survivor Hilary Devey at the charity’s annual Life After Stroke Awards on 12 June 2014, raised over £11,500 for the charity’s life-changing work with stroke survivor -
14-year-old stroke survivor wins courage award
Hannah Garrity, 14, from County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, wins the 2014 Children and Young People’s Life After Stroke Award.
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Billericay Stroke Survivor Steps Out For Stroke
Billericay stroke survivor Nicola Ackland, 32, has proved that their is ‘Life after Stroke’ after she took part in the Stroke Association’s Step out for Stroke charity walk last weekend, at High Woods Park in Colchester.
Nicola was joined by fourteen of her family and friends who cheered her on as she managed to walk 1.61 miles, the furthest distance she has walked since her stroke two ye
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