Alcohol and stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
Regularly drinking too much alcohol raises your risk of a stroke. Alcohol contributes to a number of conditions that can increase your risk of stroke, so it's important that you don't drink more…

Cholesterol and stroke

Resource type: Health information
This guide is for anyone who wants to know more about cholesterol. It includes information about where cholesterol comes from, how it affects your risk of stroke, and what you can do to lower it…

Getting active after a stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
After a stroke, starting to be more active can be a massive boost to your recovery and your confidence. Almost anyone can find a way to add movement into daily life. You can be active…

Healthy eating and stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
Did you know that the food you eat can affect your chances of having a stroke? Certain foods can help protect you against stroke, but having too much fat and salt in your diet can increase your risk…

Smoking and the risk of stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
Smoking doubles your risk of death from stroke. So if you smoke, quitting is one of the best things you can do to reduce your risk. This guide explains the link between smoking and stroke and…