A sudden loss of brain function caused by a blocked or ruptured blood vessel. Symptoms can include loss of muscular control, reduction or loss of sensation or consciousness, dizziness and slurred speech. Also called cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
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- Cerebellar Stroke Survivors Site maintained by cerebellar stroke survivor. Information relevant to all stroke patients, glossary, personal stories and discussion board.
- Physiotherapy For Strokes Information on the role of physiotherapy in the treatment of strokes. How to access specialist physiotherapists.
- The Stroke Association Provides information for patients and carers. Funds research. Leaflets can be ordered but are not available online.
- HemiHelp Registered charity providing information and support for children and young people with hemiplegia. Site contains newsletters, helpline, email support service, message board, practical information leaflets and details of workshops.
- Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland CHSS Medical charity involved in research, provision of advice and information, and support in the community. Site contains details of charity's activities.
- Different Strokes A Charity set up by younger stroke survivors for younger stroke survivors (below retirement age). Includes practical information, regional support groups, newsletters, message board and survivors stories.
- Stroke - NHS Direct Detailed patient orientated information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of strokes.
- NICHS Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke Association. Contains stroke and healthy living information along with details of fundraising activities.