Thank you, Sylvia
Friday 6 September 2019
Sylvia’s gift has helped fund our work to rebuild lives. She’s supported research to prevent and treat stroke, and she’s helped care for survivors.
Atrial fibrillation (AF) and stroke
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
People with a type of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation (AF) are five times more likely to have a stroke. This guide explains what AF is diagnosed, how it increases your risk of stroke and how it is treated.
Our role in new We Are Undefeatable campaign
Thursday 29 August 2019
The Stroke Association has joined forces with 14 other charities and Sport England to launch a new campaign: “We Are Undefeatable”. The campaign aims to support people living with health conditions to build physical activity and exercise into their lives and to celebrate every victory, big or small.
Reshaping Stroke Care Consultation Response
Tuesday 27 August 2019
The Department of Health’s public consultation on Reshaping Stroke Care, which launched in March, closed on Friday 30 August 2019. The Stroke Association has submitted our consultation response for the Department of Health to consider.
The benefits of walking football
Friday 23 August 2019
Walking football is among the fast-growing sports in the UK. This slower-paced, low-impact version of soccer is opening up the game to all ages and abilities, and is ideal for stroke survivors looking to get more active and meet new people.
Style For Stroke
Friday 19 July 2019
We’re delighted that charity campaigner and Style For Stroke founder, Nick Ede, has launched a new clothing collection to raise money for and awareness of stroke.
Stroke News Summer 2019
Resource type: Stroke News magazine
Publication type: What we do
Our cover star, Paul, tells us how humour and storytelling have helped him to come to terms with his stroke. Our Helpline Team also share their advice on finding support if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with vascular dementia.
Where to find information on the “hidden effects” of stroke
Thursday 27 June 2019
Stroke Association writer Deborah Fajerman introduces our literature on the “hidden effects” of stroke.
Caring for a stroke survivor
Thursday 27 June 2019
Stroke Association trainer Doug Youngson answers some frequently asked questions about caring for stroke survivor.
Christmas card competition 2020
Tuesday 18 June 2019
Our Christmas card design competition is now open! Enter before 31 January 2020 for your chance to win.