Blood-thinning medication and stroke
You might be given blood-thinning medications after you've had a stroke, to help you avoid another one. Or you might need blood-thinning medication if you have a health condition such as a heart problem or blood-clotting disorder which could lead to a stroke.
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Problems with memory and thinking after a stroke
Meet Lorraine, who volunteers with a stroke club
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Lorraine Smith, a volunteer with a stroke club, describes what volunteering means to her.
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Struggling with sleep? You're not alone
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Sex and relationships
A stroke won’t just affect you, but everyone around you too. It can put a strain on your relationships and can also affect your sex life. But there are things you can do to help you cope with the impact.
Sleep problems after stroke
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Stroke researcher and sleep specialist, Melanie Fleming, shares tips for getting a good night's rest.
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Bladder and bowel problems after stroke
Understanding the nature and impact of long term psychological changes (thinking, mood and fatigue) after stroke
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This research aims to find out more about how thinking and mood are affected long-term after stroke, and the impact it has on people’s lives.
HEADS: UP: Helping people affected by stroke to self-manage symptoms of anxiety and depression
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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.
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