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Patients falling through the gaps in care, as survey reveals inadequate psychological support after stroke in Scotland

Patients falling through the gaps in care, as survey reveals inadequate psychological support after stroke in Scotland


95% reported stroke had an impact on their psychological wellbeing.

Most stroke survivors surveyed, do not feel they are getting the osychological support they need both in hospital (73%,) and in the community (68%.)

87% of stroke survivors in Scotland want to see equal access to physical and psychological care within their rehabilitation.

Stroke survivors with anxiety a

Kier Starmer and MPs wear Stroke Association badges to mark World Stroke Day

Kier Starmer and MPs wear Stroke Association badges to mark World Stroke Day

Juliet Bouverie OBE, Chief Executive of the Stroke Association said: "We're pleased to see so many MPs wearing Stroke Association badges in the House of Commons today to mark the upcoming World Stroke Day. Quick access to stroke treatment is essential for the best chances of survival and recovery. Currently only 30% of patients who could have thrombectomy treatment receive it. It's essential the g

Jon Cobb: “I can't wait to make my Dad proud by running the London Marathon for the Stroke Association.”

Gillingham man whose dad had major stroke tackles TCS London Marathon to raise funds for Stroke Association

A Gillingham actor whose father had a devastating stroke is running the TCS London Marathon for the charity which is helping him to rebuild his life.
Jon Cobb has so far raised more than £5,200 for the Stroke Association.
Jon’s father, Steve, 64, had a stroke at the family home in September last year and spent three months in Maidstone Hospital and a care home.
“My father had his whole w

Local resident recovering from a stroke takes on walking challenge to raise funds for stroke charity

Local resident recovering from a stroke takes on walking challenge to raise funds for stroke charity


Stuart Geekes, 63, from Dunbar, is embarking on a five-mile walk as part of the ‘Edinburgh Kiltwalk’ on Sunday 18 September following a severe stroke only a year ago.

The stroke happened in an instant. one moment Stuart was busy working away for a multinational company, only to find himself a couple of hours later unable to speak. Jo, Stuart’s wife, thought it was a stroke, so called t

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