Resource type: Information guide
Publication type: Stroke information
When you talk to stroke professionals or read information about stroke, you might come across words you haven't heard before. These quick definitions should help.
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The researchers test an AI software to understand if it should be used for diagnosis of stroke in hospitals.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
After a stroke, you might find it harder to perform some daily tasks like cooking and dressing. Fortunately, there are a variety of aids and equipment available to help. This guide has information on some of these products and where you can find them.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
Swallowing problems are common after a stroke. This guide explains why they happen, and discusses some of the things you can do to manage them.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
This guide explains what vascular dementia is, what causes it and what you should do if you are diagnosed with it. It’s aimed at people who have had a stroke or who think they may have vascular dementia.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
This guide explains how changes to your behaviour can happen after a stroke. It includes advice on how to manage apathy, aggression and inappropriate behaviour. It also talks about how to get help through therapy and your GP.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
This guide talks about some common problems that can happen because of this and what you can do about them. It’s aimed at people who have had a stroke.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
After a stroke, some people have trouble communicating. This guide explains why this happens, and looks at ways of supporting someone with communication problems.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
This guide explains the key benefits and financial help available including Universal Credit, Statutory Sick Pay, disability benefits, help with paying your mortgage and housing costs, and loans and grants.