Stroke Association

Much-loved Bedford ‘gentle giant’ remembered as daughter urges others to spot stroke signs

Bedford dad and much-loved teacher Tony Boatswain is remembered by his daughter Brogan, who is sharing his story to help people in Bedfordshire spot the signs of stroke earlier...

Letters: Gold medallist, Sam Quek, supports Stroke Assoc ‘Give a Hand and Bake’ week

Four years ago while was in Rio winning gold with the women’s hockey team, my lovely 95-year-old Nanna, Dolly, had a stroke. I saw first-hand how...

Letters: Comedian Rhod Gilbert raises awareness of Stroke Association awards

I am writing to you on behalf of a charity that is close to my heart – The Stroke Association.These are incredibly testing times for all of us and...

Letters: Emmerdale actress, Katherine Dow Blyton, highlights Stroke Association Tribute Fund after loss of her mother

Three years ago my wonderful Mum, Diana, suffered a severe stroke. She died four weeks later. I had left her that morning; she had walked her beloved...

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