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Stroke awareness
Hannah Parrington
Volunteering and Community Team- North East
Today we will talk about…
• what is a stroke?
• spotting the signs of a stroke
• the effects of stroke
• reducing your risk
• what we do.
1.2 million stroke survivors
Stroke can happen to anyone
Amber’s story
“I’d just finished my first
year at university when
I had a massive stroke.”
Stroke in the UK
Strokes are preventable
• 90% of strokes worldwide could be prevented
We’re here to help
• The number of stroke survivors
in the UK is expected to double
by 2035.
• We’re the UK’s leading
stroke charity.
• We want to change the way
people think about stroke.
Blockage: 85% Bleed: 15%
What is a stroke?
TIA or mini-stroke
Do you know the FAST test?
Other signs of stroke
• Sudden weakness or numbness on one side.
• Difficulty finding words or speaking in clear sentences.
• Sudden blurred vision or loss of sight in one or both eyes.
• Sudden memory loss or confusion and dizziness, or a
sudden fall.
• A sudden, severe headache.
Impact of stroke
“It was so scary. My
brother had to sign a
do-not-resuscitate
order. It was terrifying
for the whole family.”
Effects of stroke
Communication problems
after stroke
• 1 in 3 stroke survivors can be
affected by aphasia
• More than 350,000 people
with aphasia in the UK
• It doesn't affect intelligence
Helping someone with
aphasia to communicate
• Face them
• Ask them what helps, for
example drawing or gestures
• Speak clearly and keep
sentences short
• Don’t interrupt
Mobility problems after stroke
• 80% of stroke survivors
experience problems with
movement
• Muscle weakness can affect
balance and make moving
around difficult.
Impact of stroke on family
and friends
• Stroke survivors may need
ongoing support after hospital.
• Family and friends may need
to help with their care.
• Being a carer can be
challenging, so carers
need support too.
The road to recovery
With the right support, many stroke
survivors make a good recovery
The Stroke Association believe in
life after stroke. We have:
• over 280 support services
• clubs and groups for
stroke survivors and carers
• Life After Stroke Grants
• Stroke Helpline and My Stroke Guide
Visit stroke.org.uk
Raising awareness of stroke
• Everyone has a different risk
of having a stroke
• Know the risk factors
which could affect you and
take steps to reduce your
risk of stroke.
Stroke risk factors
Your lifestyle
Read our guide to
find out more about
stroke risk factors
Family history
and ethnicity
A previous TIA or stroke
Your age
Stroke risk factors
Some health problems
raise your risk of a stroke.
These include:
• high blood pressure
so get your blood
pressure checked
• atrial fibrillation
(irregular heartbeat)
• diabetes and pre-diabetes
• high cholesterol.
Reducing your risk of stroke
Eat a balanced diet
Stay a healthy weight
Cut down on alcohol
Exercise
Stop smoking
Amber’s life after stroke
• Volunteer
• Ambassador
• Peer supporter
• Campaigner
• Life After Stroke Award winner
“Life is completely different
since my stroke, but I’m
not going to let it beat me.”
We’ve come so far…
• More people are surviving stroke.
• We’ve invested over £50 million in
research, leading to advances in
stroke care.
• FAST campaign has increased
awareness of stroke and it’s
symptoms.
• Our services support 57,000 people.
• We’re working with NHS England
on a new national plan for stroke
in England.
…but there’s still more to do
Stroke research
is massively
under-funded.
The number
of people
having strokes
for the first time
is increasing.
We’re not
reaching
everyone with
the support we
currently offer.
45% of all
stroke survivors
feel abandoned
after they leave
hospital.
We are the Stroke Association
Practical and emotional support
• Services, grants and groups
Research
• Prevention, treatment and
rehabilitation
Campaigning
• For better stroke care
How you can help
• Fundraise
• Volunteer
• Support our campaigns
• Raise awareness
• Join our Supporters’ Network
• Share what you have learned
today
• Donate
What’s happening locally?
• Your local services are in Middlesbrough, Stockton and
Redcar.
• Your local fundraising contact is [email protected]
• If you’d like to volunteer, please get in touch with
Keep in touch with us via:
• Facebook: Stroke Association North East
• Twitter: StrokeAssociationNE
Thank you for your time
Together we can
conquer stroke
For more information
Helpline: 0303 3033 100
Website: stroke.org.uk
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