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Stroke changes lives in an instant, but the brain can adapt. And so can you. We’re here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. Monitored 8am-4pm

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Today, Freddie helped launch our Garden For Recovery The RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Laying the last trowel of soil on the garden. Freddie was just five when he had his stroke. He is pictured here with the garden's designer and fellow stroke survivor @MiriaHarris.

Today, Freddie helped launch our Garden For Recovery @The_RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Laying the last trowel of soil on the garden. Freddie was just five when he had his stroke. He is pictured here with the garden's designer and fellow stroke survivor @MiriaHarris. #RHSChelsea
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The symptoms of a migraine can sometimes mimic a stroke.

A migraine causes temporary pain and sensory disturbance while a stroke causes permanent damage to the brain that can have long-lasting physical, emotional and cognitive effects.

To read more: bit.ly/3p7QWuI

The symptoms of a migraine can sometimes mimic a stroke. A migraine causes temporary pain and sensory disturbance while a stroke causes permanent damage to the brain that can have long-lasting physical, emotional and cognitive effects. To read more: bit.ly/3p7QWuI
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Did you see our Garden For Recovery featured on BBC One’s first programme this year? We are so excited for people to see it. Here is a photo of the garden’s designer, Miria Harris, enjoying a moment of calm in the garden before its opens for press day tomorrow.

Did you see our Garden For Recovery featured on @BBCOne’s first #RHSChelsea programme this year? We are so excited for people to see it. Here is a photo of the garden’s designer, Miria Harris, enjoying a moment of calm in the garden before its opens for press day tomorrow.
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This year, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show gardens, big and small, are set to live on across the UK after
the show, in hospitals, charity centres, schools, community gardens, in a hospice, a churchyard, a botanic garden and more.  gardensillustrated.com/chelsea/garden…

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This device is being used to help detect those at risk of a stroke and improve waiting times for treatment at Worcestershire Acute NHS.

The adhesive ECG patch analyses the heart's electrical activity and can help to potentially reduce the risk of stroke by two-thirds.

This device is being used to help detect those at risk of a stroke and improve waiting times for treatment at @WorcsAcuteNHS. The adhesive ECG patch analyses the heart's electrical activity and can help to potentially reduce the risk of stroke by two-thirds.
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The Department of Health is recruiting three people with experience of emergency hospital-based stroke services in Northern Ireland in the past three years, whether that is direct experience or as a carer.

Your knowledge could help the Hyperacute Stroke Project Board shape the

The Department of Health is recruiting three people with experience of emergency hospital-based stroke services in Northern Ireland in the past three years, whether that is direct experience or as a carer. Your knowledge could help the Hyperacute Stroke Project Board shape the
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Our charity partner Posturite has gone to extraordinary lengths in support of us, which is why we're delighted to see their hard work recognised by Third Sector! 🏆

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Tips for 👇

Less salt
More exercise
Less stress
More mindfulness
Less caffeine
More sleep
Less alcohol
More time... ⌛

High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke. Monitor your blood pressure regularly to keep your heart healthy and live longer!

Tips for #WorldHypertensionDay 👇 Less salt More exercise Less stress More mindfulness Less caffeine More sleep Less alcohol More time... ⌛ High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke. Monitor your blood pressure regularly to keep your heart healthy and live longer!
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Exciting job opportunity! We're looking for a Clinical Director.

Join our charity and work with our Executives and Trustees to add a clinical perspective to our work in all four countries of the UK.

To find out more and apply, please visit: bit.ly/3UG551X

Exciting job opportunity! We're looking for a Clinical Director. Join our charity and work with our Executives and Trustees to add a clinical perspective to our work in all four countries of the UK. To find out more and apply, please visit: bit.ly/3UG551X
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Need someone to talk to? 💬

A weekly phone conversation with one of our trained volunteers can help you build confidence and feel more connected and supported when you take the next step in your recovery!

To learn more and sign-up for Here For You visit: bit.ly/3kPghIq

Need someone to talk to? 💬 A weekly phone conversation with one of our trained volunteers can help you build confidence and feel more connected and supported when you take the next step in your recovery! To learn more and sign-up for Here For You visit: bit.ly/3kPghIq
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This , our collaborator Stroke Association has shared their views on why we need to shine the spotlight on salt to reduce our risk of stroke.

Read their article 👉 seasonwithsense.com/shining-the-sp…

This #SaltAwarenessWeek, our collaborator @TheStrokeAssoc has shared their views on why we need to shine the spotlight on salt to reduce our risk of stroke. Read their article 👉 seasonwithsense.com/shining-the-sp…
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The countdown is on! 🕖

Only one week left before abstract submissions close for the UK Stroke Forum 2024. The deadline is Thursday, May 23!

Submit now and share your work with thousands of other stroke care professionals at in December: bit.ly/4264d9p

The countdown is on! 🕖 Only one week left before abstract submissions close for the UK Stroke Forum 2024. The deadline is Thursday, May 23! Submit now and share your work with thousands of other stroke care professionals at #UKSF24 in December: bit.ly/4264d9p
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Stroke research can improve the lives of stroke survivors and their families. Already our researchers have helped to:

▪️ Recognise stroke as a medical emergency.
▪️ Find new and improved treatments.
▪️ Identify who is at most risk.

To find out more: bit.ly/31tPomX

Stroke research can improve the lives of stroke survivors and their families. Already our researchers have helped to: ▪️ Recognise stroke as a medical emergency. ▪️ Find new and improved treatments. ▪️ Identify who is at most risk. To find out more: bit.ly/31tPomX
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Get 20% off events like Tough Mudder at Savoo and an extra 5% donation will be made to the Stroke Association.

So you can help us rebuild lives after stroke while looking to take on your next big challenge!💜

Get 20% off events like @ToughMudder at @Savoo and an extra 5% donation will be made to the Stroke Association. So you can help us rebuild lives after stroke while looking to take on your next big challenge!💜
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Tonight on Zain returns from hospital in a wheelchair after his stroke.

When a loved one is back home, they may need extra help and support as they continue their recovery journey.

Here's some ways you can support them after they return: bit.ly/3wHOZN7

Tonight on #Hollyoaks Zain returns from hospital in a wheelchair after his stroke. When a loved one is back home, they may need extra help and support as they continue their recovery journey. Here's some ways you can support them after they return: bit.ly/3wHOZN7
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Staying physically active after a stroke can be tough, but it can improve your both your physical & mental health.
Follow We Are Undefeatable this , for more ways on how to get moving during the day that can boost your mental well-being.💜

Staying physically active after a stroke can be tough, but it can improve your both your physical & mental health. Follow @undefeatable this #MHAW2024, for more ways on how to get moving during the day that can boost your mental well-being.💜 #Move4YourMind
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Two-thirds of people experience vision problems after a stroke. This can happen in 1 of 4 ways:

▪️ Visual field loss
▪️ Eye movement problems
▪️ Visual processing problems
▪️ Other sight problems

For more information about treatment and improvement: bit.ly/3pUb7xM

Two-thirds of people experience vision problems after a stroke. This can happen in 1 of 4 ways: ▪️ Visual field loss ▪️ Eye movement problems ▪️ Visual processing problems ▪️ Other sight problems For more information about treatment and improvement: bit.ly/3pUb7xM
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Stroke is a leading cause of adult disability and might stop you from returning to your favourite hobby.

This can be very frustrating. But it can also be an opportunity to try something new!

For a list of suggestions for how to spend your free time visit
bit.ly/3eQMSu7

Stroke is a leading cause of adult disability and might stop you from returning to your favourite hobby. This can be very frustrating. But it can also be an opportunity to try something new! For a list of suggestions for how to spend your free time visit bit.ly/3eQMSu7
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