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.
Can we use computer tests and therapy in the homes of stroke survivors with spatial neglect?
Spatial neglect is caused when damage to the brain after stroke means that it no longer received information about one side of the body and/or world. Stroke survivors with spatial neglect might not be aware of anything happening on one side of their body. This research will investigate a computer based version of a new treatment for spatial neglect after stroke.
Measuring and exploring the impact on vision-related quality of life for stroke survivors with post-stroke visual problems
This research will test a new questionnaire which has been designed to measure the impact that stroke-related vision problems have on a stroke survivor’s quality of life.
The first anniversary of my stroke
Tuesday 21 June 2016
Young stroke survivor Emily Curry reflects on her life a year after her stroke.
Olympian Sharron Davies champions Step out for Stroke
Thursday 5 March 2015
Sharron Davies MBE, Olympic swimmer and well-known TV presenter, is championing the Stroke Association’s 2015 Step out for Stroke series. Sharron is encouraging stroke survivors, their families, friends and supporters to sign up to the sponsored walking events in their local community.
Treatment and therapy
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information on treatment and therapy options.
Independent affiliated stroke clubs
Affiliated Independent Stroke Clubs are supported by a wide range of resources and specialist training opportunities.
High cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is found in our blood. Reducing your cholesterol level can reduce your risk of stroke.