Stroke

Survivors could regain movement in their hand which had previously been lost for years, research shows

The virus that made the world stand still in 2020 has shown to raise the risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, including stroke, according to a new study. The study suggests that those with COVID-19 are 55 per cent more likely to have a cardiovascular event like stroke, than those without COVID-19. The virus [...]

In the first of a three-part series on stroke survivor Garrett Mendez, who was only 19 years old when he had a stroke, we speak with Garrett himself on his survival story. SR: Could you give us an introduction to yourself and your life pre-stroke? I am currently 36 years old. I live in Trumbull, [...]

Alisia Essig's husband was just 37-years-old when he had his stroke, here she shares the story of the day of the stroke and the lifestyle changes they have made since. Racing into the ER, I was terrified. Earlier my husband called to tell me he was on his way to the hospital because something was [...]

Patients with poorer memory and concentration three months after stroke have a higher risk of being fatigued at 12 months, study reveals

Part one: The need for technology within an NHS acute stroke unit

Almost 20 per cent of patients who had a thrombectomy achieved functional independence, compared to seven per cent for medical treatment only

Terence Ang, is a stroke survivor and author who uses his story to educate and raise public awareness of stroke, here he shares his story with SR Times. SR Times: Tell us Terence, what was life like pre-stroke? TA: “Pre-stroke, I was a hard-hitting corporate head who brooked no nonsense from my staff. I loved [...]

Games-based training delivered remotely found to significantly reduce levels of anxiety among families and survivors alike

Stroke tech company Aurum Biosciences have appointed a new CEO as they continue to work on what is being touted as the first major advancement in stroke treatment in two decades. The move to appoint a new CEO comes as they aim to expand its global presence and as the company continues to work on [...]