Does improved oral health care in stroke care settings reduce the occurrence of pneumonia after stroke – a pilot trial
Does improved oral health care in stroke care settings reduce the occurrence of pneumonia after stroke – a pilot trial.
New systematic review into swallowing problems after stroke and the risk of serious chest infection
Tuesday 11 September 2018
After a stroke some people have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). This can cause a serious chest infection known as Stroke Associated Pneumonia (SAP). Published in the journal Cerebrovascular Diseases, a new systematic review of the evidence sheds light on the issue.
How do treatments of swallowing problems after stroke affect risk of chest infection?
After a stroke, some people have difficulty swallowing. Food and drink can go down the wrong way into the lungs instead of the stomach. This can cause a serious chest infection. The intended outcome of this project is to find new knowledge to help guide future policy on the reduction of chest infection risk after stroke.
Arlena's story
Arlena is taking on the London Marathon to celebrate her grandmother, Ursula, who survived a stroke in 2011. Sadly, Ursula passed away in March 2020 after also suffering with dementia. Now, Arlena is running in her memory.
Stroke survivors in Wales: Protect yourself from influenza this winter
Monday 22 January 2018
Public Health Wales is reminding stroke survivors to get protected against flu with a free NHS vaccination if they haven’t had one yet this winter.
Collaboration across Europe in high-quality stroke research trials
Friday 1 May 2020
The Stroke Association is also a member of the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE), a network of organisations that champion the voices of those affected by stroke. SAFE is currently involved in several European research projects. You can find out more about these projects hoping to improve treatment for stroke patients.
When someone is seriously ill or dying after a stroke
Some strokes are very serious and can cause a coma, or may lead to someone dying. This guide looks at the care given to someone in a coma, and how end-of-life care can support someone who's unlikely to recover.
Information on coronavirus for stroke survivors
We have put together this information on stroke and coronavirus (Covid-19) in partnership with NHS England. It is for all stroke survivors in the UK.
Swallowing problems
This page explains why you may have problems with swallowing after a stroke and how they can be diagnosed and treated.