Symptoms of stroke
The FAST test helps you understand the signs of stroke. If you or someone you know shows any of these signs, call 999.
Helping people affected by stroke to self-manage symptoms of anxiety and depression
Anxiety and depression are common after a stroke. Mindfulness is becoming an increasingly popular way for people to manage their psychological health. This study aims to refine and test a mindfulness course specifically designed for people affected by stroke.
Thousands risk stroke as mini-stroke signs ignored
Monday 29 October 2012
Thousands of people are at risk of stroke because they fail to recognise the signs of a Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA, also known as mini-stroke), according to the findings of a new poll(i) launched today on World Stroke Day (29 October 2012).
Pain after stroke
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
Pain after stroke is very common, but there are plenty of ways to manage and treat it. This guide provides information about the causes of different types of post-stroke pain, from headaches to joint pain and spasticity, and some of the treatments that can help.
Sidcup Speakability Group
Speakability Self-Help Groups are run by and for people with Aphasia - language-loss following stroke, head injury or other neurological condition.
At our meetings we support each other, share experiences, make new friends, rebuild self-confidence and develop new skills.
Transient ischaemic attack
A TIA or transient ischaemic attack is the same as a stroke, except that the symptoms last for a short amount of time and no longer than 24 hours. Although the symptoms may not last long, a TIA is still very serious.
Vascular dementia treatments
At the moment there are no treatments that cure vascular dementia but there are treatments to help with many of the symptoms.
Carotid artery disease
Find out about carotid artery disease is and how it's linked to stroke. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis methods and treatment options.
FAST information pack
Resource type: Information guide
Publication type: Campaigns
Our FAST information pack will give you the information you need about how to identify the symptoms of stroke and share the FAST message.
Migraine and stroke
Migraines have not been shown to cause stroke, but if you have migraine with aura you have a very slightly higher risk of stroke. Learn more about the relationship between migraine and stroke.