Want to return to cooking after a stroke?

Look no further than our easy-to-follow recipes. We've teamed up with Chris, a stroke survivor and chef, and Andrea, a cooking teacher and qualified nutritionist to produce nine cooking videos! Follow along here: bit.ly/3dN7rqq

Today we launch our manifesto with three asks of the next UK Government to improve stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.

If you share our vision to improve the lives of the 281 people who have a stroke every day, read our manifesto: bit.ly/3Ux2JDG

Could you have spotted Zain's stroke in tonight's #Hollyoaks ?

Anyone can have a stroke at any age. Learn the FAST test to spot the three most common signs. 👇

F - Face weakness
A - Arm weakness
S - Speech problems
T - Time to call 999

If you see ONE of these signs, #ActFAST .

Thank you for meeting with us Rt Hon Andrew Stephenson MP and to British Heart Foundation for organising.

We're looking forward to our continued work together to address gaps in the stroke workforce!

The happiness and pride on his face! This was our favourite photo of our team member Pratty running the #LondonMarathon2024 for #TeamStroke Stroke Association!

A stroke can cause serious health complications. Some of which might leave those affected unable to make decisions on their own behalf.

In such cases, a carer or loved one will have to decide the course of future treatment.

To find out more, visit: bit.ly/3sZUPU9

For anyone who missed BBC Morning Live today, my stroke aqua therapy piece was on. It was amazing to meet this group and they welcomed me in with open arms. Thanks to the BBC for asking me to host the piece. It’s on the iPlayer now. Stroke Association Different Strokes

Problems with short-term memory are very common after a stroke. But it can help to:

Write things down ✍️
Repeat information ℹ️
Plan your day 📅
Use prompts ⏰
Picture things mentally 📷
Focus on features 🤓
Repeat information ♻️

To read more, visit: bit.ly/3v7qylr

Congratulations to Ishaan, who has successfully trekked to Everest Base Camp. It was a tough final day but he has successfully climbed to 5,400m above sea level and raised over £2,250 for the @thestrokeassoc.

#DulwichPrepLondon #Community #Service #Charity #Adventure #Everest

Happy birthday to Broadway superstar and stroke survivor, Tim Curry!

Stroke can happen to anyone at any age and Tim is proof that there's so much more to life after a stroke. He continues to perform as a voice actor and singer and remains devoted to his loyal fans! 🤩

Returning to work after a stroke can be challenging.

It's important to know what your rights are as an employee and a stroke survivor, how to plan ahead, and what support is out there to help you succeed.

To find out more, visit: bit.ly/3bh6t5h

Julie, Steve and Tom developed communication difficulties after their strokes. 💬

Our film, When the Words Away Went, captured their efforts to push through those challenges and be heard however necessary, and we're delighted it's been shortlisted for a Chartered Institute of Public Relations Award!

Smokers are three times more likely to have a stroke and twice as likely to die from a stroke.

If passed, the Tobacco and Vapes Bill will make the UK the first #SmokeFreeGeneration in the world, helping to save lives, support healthier living and reduce NHS pressures.

Stroke is a leading cause of complex disability in adults.

This can make day-to-day living very difficult. But not everyone knows about the adjustments that can be made, the technology available, or who can help cover the cost.

To find out more, visit: bit.ly/3p9t3mq