Andrew Marr searches for stroke heroes
Thursday 18 August 2016
Broadcaster, author and stroke survivor Andrew Marr is supporting a nationwide search for stroke survivors to enter the Stroke Association’s Life After Stroke Awards (LASA) 2016.
Benefits and financial help after a stroke
Many people find that their financial situation changes after they have a stroke. This guide describes the main benefits, financial support and grants that are available from the government, local council and employers.
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.
Circle exclusive: Research, the next frontier
Professors Fiona Rowe and Audrey Bowen, and Dr Emma Patchwood are at the forefront of transforming stroke care for generations of stroke survivors - thanks to gifts left in the Wills of people like you.
Independent affiliated stroke clubs
Affiliated Independent Stroke Clubs are supported by a wide range of resources and specialist training opportunities.
National Eye Health Week Wales 2015
Wednesday 23 September 2015
Every year we partner with RNIB to help raise awareness of regular eye tests.
Raconteur special report in The Times
Monday 11 May 2015
Raconteur is a publishing house and agency which produces special reports and commentary for the Times and Sunday Times.
Published on Saturday 9 May 2015, the 'Understanding Stroke 2015' report consists of a number articles covering different areas of current stroke news.
Stroke survivors face ‘invisible impairments’ to return to work
Wednesday 6 April 2016
‘Invisible impairments’ can make it difficult for stroke survivors to maintain a job, according to a study from the University of Cambridge and Queen Mary University of London (QMUL).
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.
The first anniversary of my stroke
Tuesday 21 June 2016
Young stroke survivor Emily Curry reflects on her life a year after her stroke.