Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke org uk

We are here to change the world for people effected by stroke • Support

Everyone effected by Stroke • The families, carers, friends of stroke survivors • Stroke

That’s why we: • Fund research to develop new treatments and ways to prevent

………. someone in the UK has a stroke Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke.

Local Picture – Somerset • Approximately 1000 people a year will have a stroke

Leading cause of disability in this country The second biggest killer in the world

stroke is a Brain Attack A stroke happens when the blood supply to part

Death of tissue (infarction) because of blockage by: • Thrombosis a solid clot of

Haemorrhage (20%) • Bleeding in the brain • Burst blood vessels or artery •

• Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a warning sign of a future stroke

Sam was only four years old when he had his stroke Stroke Helpline 0303

If the person has failed any one of these tests call 999 immediately By

Age Previous strokes & TIA’s High blood pressure Oral contraception & HRT Diabetes Binge

Campaigning to prevent stroke • Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common type of irregular

• Home visits to people after discharge from hospital • Stroke specific –

Supporting the NHS & Social Services • Embedded in the Somerset Stroke Pathway •

Referrals • All referrals are processed through the Williton Office • Anyone can refer

National Stroke Helpline for stroke survivors, carers, and professionals Website stroke. org. uk Stroke

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Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

We are here to change the world for people effected by stroke • Support • Research • Prevention Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Everyone effected by Stroke • The families, carers, friends of stroke survivors • Stroke health care professionals There are 152, 000 strokes in the UK each year Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

That’s why we: • Fund research to develop new treatments and ways to prevent stroke • Campaign to improve stroke care Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

………. someone in the UK has a stroke Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Local Picture – Somerset • Approximately 1000 people a year will have a stroke • There are currently 12, 000 people living with the effects of stroke in Somerset • This is estimated to rise to over 15, 500 by 2020 • West Somerset has one of the oldest populations in Europe

Leading cause of disability in this country The second biggest killer in the world Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

stroke is a Brain Attack A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off or there is bleeding in the brain Blood carries essential nutrients and oxygen to the brain. Without a blood supply, brain cells can be damaged or destroyed. Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Death of tissue (infarction) because of blockage by: • Thrombosis a solid clot of blood in artery supplying brain or • Embolism a clot or other substance (fat, cholesterol, blood platelets) carried from elsewhere in circulation Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Haemorrhage (20%) • Bleeding in the brain • Burst blood vessels or artery • High blood pressure can weaken artery • Burst and damaged tissue • Brain damage is the result Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

• Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a warning sign of a future stroke – about one in four people who have a TIA will go onto have a full stroke in the future • 20, 000 TIA’s every year • Symptoms of TIA’s are the same as stroke • TIA symptoms can last up to 24 hours, but will sometimes resolve within 5 to 20 minutes • Dial 999 if you or someone you know have any of the symptoms of a TIA Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Sam was only four years old when he had his stroke Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

If the person has failed any one of these tests call 999 immediately By calling 999 you can help someone reach hospital quickly and receive the early treatment they need Prompt action can prevent further damage to the brain and help someone make a full recovery Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Age Previous strokes & TIA’s High blood pressure Oral contraception & HRT Diabetes Binge drinking & Smoking substance abuse Obesity, unhealthy In activity eating Family history & ethnicity Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Campaigning to prevent stroke • Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common type of irregular heartbeat that causes about one in six strokes. • Our Ask First campaign raises awareness of the link between AF and stroke. Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

• Home visits to people after discharge from hospital • Stroke specific – information and advice • Signposting – local stroke clubs, national benefit advice etc. • Emotional support • Carer support Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Supporting the NHS & Social Services • Embedded in the Somerset Stroke Pathway • Joined up working to prevent: o. Cost of readmissions into hospital o. Cost of admissions to Care & Nursing Homes o. Cost of acute mental health care o. Risk of family breakdown Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Referrals • All referrals are processed through the Williton Office • Anyone can refer 01984 634 276 Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

National Stroke Helpline for stroke survivors, carers, and professionals Website stroke. org. uk Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk

Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 stroke. org. uk