StrokeAssocScotland

Bringing you the latest news, information and fundraising activities for @TheStrokeAssoc in Scotland. Finding strength through support. Monitored 9am-5pm.

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

This is our last post on X. We've created a LinkedIn page to provide info & insights to people working in stroke in Scotland. You can find it at https://t.co/QR81gHi5bP @BIASP @RCOT_PolicyScot @rcsltscotland See 👇for our 5th ask of politicians to improve stroke care in Scotland

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

With the impending retirement of our Associate Director Scotland, could you be the new person to lead our work in Scotland?? The recruitment ad is now live - you should probably go and check it out....

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

The third of our 5 asks of political parties and stroke service leaders to transform stroke care in Scotland into something that can save more lives, prevent avoidable disability and relieve pressure on the NHS #MakeStrokeAPriority

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Here's the 2nd of 5 asks of politicians to transform stroke care in Scotland. Made more urgent by @thecourieruk article about the possible scrapping of the Royal Victoria Hospital's neuro rehab service https://t.co/OKtTNQYXMP You can share views at https://t.co/ijmKZfD57Q

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Here's the first of five asks of politicians to transform stroke treatment and care in Scotland. It is being proposed by healthcare professionals to save lives, livelihoods and relieve pressure on the NHS. #MakeStrokeAPriority

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

@Glasgow_Live Thank you for highlighting this important issue.

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

@CentralFMNews Thank you for highlighting this important issue.

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

We've joined 7 health bodies to let politicians know status quo in stroke care in Scotland is unacceptable. It’s taking a terrible toll on lives, livelihoods and NHS. Health professionals have proposed 5 cost-effective practical actions to transform stroke https://t.co/Oe5NXePfoC

[Stroke Association @TheStrokeAssoc]

For the first time, @UKStrokeForum session proposals are now open to all delegates!

This is your chance to help shape the programme and contribute directly to the agenda for #UKSF26.

Full details and the submission link can be found here: https://t.co/Kf1ayGkOu3 Good luck!

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

@RozMccall @TheStrokeAssoc Thank you, Roz!

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

It's #StrokePreventionDay and we're focusing on high blood pressure, which causes around half of all strokes. All adults should have their blood pressure checked at least every five years with more information on how to prevent high blood pressure at https://t.co/RQsF58C4qx

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Great to have @GillianMacMSP and Convener of the Cross Party Group on Stroke show her support for our campaign to deliver stroke as a priority in Scotland in this parliament and the next #MakeStrokeAPriority

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Sorry to end the week on a low note, but @scotgov uplift in funding for stroke - from £16m last year to £17m in 26/27 - announced as part of the Budget this week just isn't good enough. It means stroke services will still fall short and patients will suffer. #MakeStrokeAPriority

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

2026 is going to be a big year for stroke in Scotland one way or another. Our Associate Director @John_M_Watson has outlined what's ahead in this LinkedIn post https://t.co/Z2lTxvcVCC

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Clock ticking down to closing date for applications for part-time role of Stroke Association Engagement Officer for @NHSHighland area (9th January).
Great opportunity to work with health professionals and communities to expand our support in the Highlands https://t.co/nXDaV9nKxy

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Live in the Highlands?? A new job helping the Stroke Association engage, support and involve local people affected by stroke 😀👇

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

We are absolutely delighted that @rsmacdonaldct are funding a two-year part-time Engagement Officer post to help us expand our support in the Highlands. Applications are welcome at https://t.co/K5VFRyS4Bf with a closing date of 9th January.

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Grateful for @michaeljmarra mentioning the great work of local stroke group, Speakability Tayside. Thank you also for joining the calls to improve Scotland's thrombectomy services to reduce the risk of stroke survivors developing conditions such as aphasia. @TheStrokeAssoc

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Thank you @RozMccall for speaking about the need to improve thrombectomy services in Scotland to help reduce the risk of conditions such as aphasia. Around one third of stroke survivors live with aphasia - it doesn't need to be that way. @TheStrokeAssoc

[StrokeAssocScotland @StrokeScotland]

Our Christmas campaign is reaching all across the UK, with incredible stories of stroke survivors talking about the challenges the festive season can bring. It's a time of reflection too as this article in @InvCourier shows https://t.co/sYhJ3fhyZl #StillChristmas