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.
The first anniversary of my stroke
Tuesday 21 June 2016
Young stroke survivor Emily Curry reflects on her life a year after her stroke.
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?
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.