Can automated stroke diagnosis help to reduce its effects?
The researchers test an AI software to understand if it should be used for diagnosis of stroke in hospitals.
Hallucinations and delusions
A stroke can sometimes lead to hallucinations or delusions. On this page we explain the causes of hallucination and delusion after stroke, what to do when someone is unwell and where to get help.
Stroke mimics and functional stroke
This page is about stroke symptoms that are not caused by a stroke. Here we explain stroke mimic diagnosis, symptoms and treatments.
Our research faces long-term threat due to coronavirus pandemic
Thursday 20 August 2020
We anticipate a shortfall of £1.5 million in our funding programme this year to resume current research and support vital new projects.
What does coronavirus mean for stroke care and treatment? A look at the current evidence
Thursday 7 May 2020
There is evidence that during the coronavirus pandemic fewer people have been recorded to have transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or stroke. That’s why the Stroke Association is urging people to continue to act fast and call 999 if they experience signs of stroke.
Collaboration across Europe in high-quality stroke research trials
Friday 1 May 2020
The Stroke Association is a member of the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE), a network of organisations that champion the voices of those affected by stroke.
Our research on sex, intimacy and relationships after stroke
Thursday 5 March 2020
More than half (57%) of stroke survivors surveyed by the Stroke Association say their sex life has changed since their stroke – with a third saying they are now too scared to have sex.
Our future stroke research leaders
Wednesday 26 February 2020
We want to support the next generation of stroke research leaders to continue to improve stroke care and the lives of people affected by stroke in the years to come.
Stroke survivors speak up on swallow tests after stroke
Thursday 13 February 2020
Five stroke survivors with swallowing difficulties were interviewed, including family members who have a role in looking after them. They were asked about their experience in hospital, as well as their opinions on and feelings about their swallowing difficulties after stroke.
New report highlights need for more stroke research funding
Tuesday 28 January 2020
A new report published today shows that stroke research remains severely underfunded compared to the devastating impact it has on people’s lives. The UK Health Research Analysis 2018 also shows stroke research receives much less funding than many other areas of health research.