"I think this is just the beginning; .... I envisage this resource as further strengthening the European stroke patient network and in time the global stroke patient network." @BelsonSarah#SSOFT
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Health experts now know high blood pressure is one of the main risk factors for having a #Stroke.
Here are some simple life changes you can make to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke ➡️ https://t.co/t1lVkNL8AY #StrokePrevention
SSOFT has a YouTube channel where you can find many videos and interviews contained within the modules.
Watch or learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/TuNp823MtR or on our YouTube Channel ➡️ https://t.co/p2MDzLC9Ai
➡ https://t.co/63Qp1pkg3t contains all the relevant info on #Stroke risk factors in an easy and simple format appropriate for people with busy lifestyles, unable to digest too much detail at one time, and people with disabilities who will have a range of needs. #StrokePrevention
Advocacy is about more than just presenting facts and evidence to decision-makers. #SSOFT can help you understand why and what could to be done to persuade them. ➡️ https://t.co/TuNp823MtR
Did you know that, according to recent statistics, 51.6% of adults are overweight in the EU❓
Follow the link to find out what is a positive relation between #obesity and #stroke incidence ⚠️ ➡️ https://t.co/OKeIG4mpjo
#StrokePrevention
SSOFT is brought to you by @StrokeEurope that represents stroke patient support groups from all over Europe. SAFE’s main objective is to raise awareness of #Stroke among policymakers at an international level.
Visit ➡️ https://t.co/iaOxufEWIA for more info on #SAFE
A @StrokeEurope owned website on #StrokePrevention and modifiable stroke risk factors is available in 6️⃣ European languages. Increasing the number of languages on this website allowed greater accessibility of its content for millions of people.
https://t.co/63Qp1pkg3t
What will you learn with the help of #SSOFT?
Over the course of 6️⃣ interactive learning modules, you will find out more about how to support #StrokeSurvivors and make change happen in their region.
Register now ➡ https://t.co/UUMbqYyRFu
Heart disease and #Stroke are both preventable. Being aware of the risk factors, and making a few lifestyle changes, can help prevent health problems long-term.
Here are 5️⃣ ways on how to keep your 💜 healthy
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#StrokePrevention
9️⃣0️⃣% of strokes are avoidable if we make changes to our lifestyle and behavior.
➡️ https://t.co/lGXheORBgh is an online resource developed to increase awareness and behavior change by collating all relevant information on the most common risk factors.
#StrokePrevention
The most important gaps in advocacy are usually around knowledge, specific skills, or connections. #SSOFT will guide you through advocating process and help you learn what it takes to be a successful #StrokeAdvocate.
Register now and become an advocate
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Patient organisations and groups are social movements which are a future of life in the 21st century. Today they have to be media aware and have knowledge of digital communication so they can bring their concerns to the wider public and encourage public support. #SSOFT
Did you know that exercise is just as beneficial before a #Stroke as afterwards❓
People who had regularly exercised, yet still suffered a stroke, were shown to have less damage to their brain and heal faster after the stroke.
Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/3cxFkbfrU2
Did you know that the number of children being diagnosed with diabetes has dramatically increased❓
Watching what children eat and encouraging them to get more exercise can help to lower the risk of diabetes, and ultimately, #Stroke.
Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/2SmcbpA8Jd
An important part of advocacy is having clear information about the issue, and to be able to explain the problem and solution to people. #SSOFT is a tool specially designed to teach you these necessary skills.
Register now ➡️ https://t.co/UUMbqYyRFu
SSOFT and @StrokeEurope would like to invite you to visit a website for stroke prevention ➡ https://t.co/Uz4MKzOuUX now available in 5️⃣ additional European languages.
Show us your support by using the #StrokePrevention hashtag.
Do you know what Stroke Support Organisation‘s are?
By definition, they are NGO‘s that address the concerns of #StrokeSurvivors and their caregivers. #SSOFT will give you guidance on how to grow a SSO in your own country.
Register now!
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