Ischaemic stroke
An ischaemic stroke happens when a blood clot, or other blockage, cuts off the blood supply to your brain. This is the most common type of stroke.
Blood-thinning medication and stroke
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
You might be prescribed blood-thinning medication to reduce your risk of a TIA or stroke. This guide explains the two types of blood-thinning medication available, antiplatelets and anticoagulants, and how they are used after a stroke or for someone with atrial fibrillation.
Donate in your area
Find out about setting up a regular donation to support stroke survivors in your area.
Can cannabis-based products like CBD oil help after stroke?
Wednesday 22 January 2020
In recent years, legal cannabis-based products containing cannabidiol (CBD), have become more available. Could these help stroke survivors to cope with problematic effects of stroke?
Types of stroke
Find out more about the different types of stroke and why they happen.
Support with the effects of stroke
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information to help with the effects of stroke.