Memory loss may signal stroke risk: Stroke Association comments
A new study links memory lapses with increased stroke risk
Topics: Health, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals
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First class: The first Life after Stroke Grant funded by Royal Mail
Royal Mail Group has delivered the first Life after Stroke Grant funded by its Charity of the Year partnership with the Stroke Association. Jabeen Mitha, a 56 year old stroke survivor, is the first beneficiary of 10,000 Life after Stroke Grants that the postal service aims to fund over the next two years.
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Daily Express supports the Stroke Association’s Life After Stroke Awards 2015
The Stroke Association is delighted to announce a new media partnership with the Daily Express Newspaper for the Life After Stroke Awards 2015. The annual Life After Stroke Awards, sponsored by TONI & GUY Charitable Foundation, honour the courage and dedication shown by stroke survivors, carers, volunteers and health professionals.
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Croydon resident tackles Authentic Greek Marathon for stroke
Croydon resident George Thanasoulias took on the Authentic Greek Marathon on Sunday 9 November with his friend Jordan Charlesworth in aid of the Stroke Association, after both their Grandfathers had devastating strokes.
George, 29, from Croydon sadly lost his Grandfather three years ago after a serve stroke. George said, “My granddad’s stroke had a huge impact on him and my family. I wanted to -
New research links stroke death risk with cost of economic downturns
A study presented at the 2014 UK Stroke Forum finds that unemployment and reduced government healthcare spending are factors which could put people at higher risk of dying from stroke.
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Musical stroke survivor receives regional recognition for the Creative Arts
A musician and stroke survivor from Leeds has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of his determination and creativity.
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Stockport stroke survivors bring life to group’s new premises
A support group for stroke survivors in Stockport has brought new life to Kimberley Street Centre, by planting bulbs and seeds to brighten up the area for the local community.
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The Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) state of the nation reports on stroke services and care – Stroke Association statement
The Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) has published two reports today (2nd December 2014) on the stroke services in the UK. The reports show that despite steady progress in the care of stroke patients there are challenges, in particular there are shortages of specialist stroke doctors and nurses.
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Young stroke survivor to showcase local talent for charity
Janine Williams, 47, was a self-employed dog groomer when she had her stroke in February 2014.She has no memory of her stroke occurring but remembers being in her client’s house.
Janine explained; “It was a normal day and I had no symptoms. I was chatting to my client when she asked me if I was ok. Apparently I told her I had a pain in my head then collapsed. She dialled 999 and I was rushed to -
Chandlers Ford Stroke Support Group invites community to Christmas party
The Chandlers Ford Stroke Support Group are hosting their Christmas party at 2pm on Thursday 18 December, at the Velmore Centre, Chandlers Ford, and are inviting people from the local area to join in the festivities and learn more about the group.
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Stroke survivor finds her voice to sing with Ashton Hayes choir
Kelsborrow Choir of Ashton Hayes, Cheshire will be spreading festive cheer on Friday 19 December with a fundraising concert for the Stroke Association, after one of its members survived a stroke.
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Young stroke survivor receives regional recognition
A young stroke survivor from Leeds has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her courage and determination.
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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.
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Life After Stroke grows in Preston with new charity allotment
Green-fingered stroke survivors and carers in Preston are creating an accessible allotment, to enable the local community to enjoy gardening and grow their own fruit and vegetables.
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Wii games and stroke recovery - Stroke Association comments
Stroke Association comments on new research suggesting that Wii games could help stroke patients with their recovery
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Postwoman takes the plunge as she swims with sharks for charity
Postwoman Stephanie Wilson, 22 from Whitchurch, is set to brave a shark dive on Sunday 14 December, to raise awareness and funds for the Stroke Association.
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Royal Mail employee takes to the skies for the Stroke Association
Royal Mail manager, Chris Wilkinson from Romiley, reached new heights on Saturday 08 November, when he took part in a zip slide across the AJ Bell Stadium to raise funds for the Stroke Association.
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Stroke survivor takes to the skies for the Stroke Association
Courageous stroke survivor Heather Smyth, from Crewe, reached new heights on Saturday 08 November, when she soared across the AJ Bell Stadium to raise funds for the charity which supported her.
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Colne volunteer receives regional recognition
A volunteer from Colne has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of more than 10 years of support for stroke survivors.
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Father’s stroke inspires Worcester son to tackle the Stroke Association Christmas run
A Tenbury Wells son will tackle the Stroke Association’s Santa Scramble and Elf Trail on Sunday 14 December, for his dad who had a devastating stroke in 2012.
Jake Yarranton, 22, a production assistant and cameraman at Hayfisher Productions, was inspired to sign up for the Santa Scramble and Elf Trail after his father Dean Yarranton had a stroke at the age of 49.
Dean worked with his
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