What is stroke?
Find out about the different types of stroke, the effects of stroke and how to reduce your risk of stroke within this section.
Treatment and therapy
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information on treatment and therapy options.
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.
Reducing the risk of stroke
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information about reducing the risk of stroke.
Service quality and performance
Find out about our Stroke Helpline and Information Service, the service standards we work to, and how we perform against these.
High cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is found in our blood. Reducing your cholesterol level can reduce your risk of stroke.
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.
Types of stroke
Find out more about the different types of stroke and why they happen.
Stroke Helpline
If you’ve been affected by stroke, our Stroke Helpline is here to support you you. We can offer advice, support and guidance, and we can answer your questions about stroke.