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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Harry English, who suffered a stroke at the age of 68.
Harry was initially frustrated with his situation, but has made an excellent recovery, and has begun enjoying life again.
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In this episode, we chat to Vanessa Muir, who suffered a stroke at the age of 45.
The stroke forced her to move back to Australia where she was able to recover and recuperate. After a couple of years, she returned to the UK and is back working.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Michael Cox. Michael suffered a stroke at the age of 51, and it seriously affect his ability to work and earn money.
However, he receives huge support from his close family, and keeps himself busy with the local scout group, and Active Stroke North East
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Stephanie and her mum Bernadette Germes. Stephanie suffered a stroke at the age of 34.
The physical and personal consequences of the stroke were devastating for Stephanie and her family - but with their continuing support, she is looking forward to a positive future.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Robert Elliot from Newcastle, who suffered a stroke at the age of 60.
Robert's stroke caused a complete change in the way that he lived his life, but he is back on his feet, back driving, and is spending time with the people he loves,
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Trish and Ken Alcock. Ken suffered a stroke in 1998, at the age of 47.
It severely affected his ability to communicate and to walk - however, through the incredible support of his wife Trish and his children and extended family, Ken is back on his feet again.
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In this episode, we chat to Ross Mckenzie, who suffered a stroke at the age of 58. Ross was on holiday in Australia when he suffered his stroke, and he had to stay there for several months receiving treatment.
When he came back, he got heavily involved with the local charity Active Stroke Northeast.
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In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Eric Sinclair, who suffered a stroke at the age of 55.
Eric went through a difficult rehabilitation process that continues to this day, but is also dedicating his time to spreading awareness of stroke and stroke survivors.
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In the UK, there are more than 100,000 strokes every year. That’s one stroke every 5 minutes. Around the world there are as many as 15 million people suffering from the illness every…
It is usually sudden and can be a devastating illness – and so on the Stroke Stories podcast, we’ve been seeking out inspiring stories of stroke survivors.
We hear their stories about their struggles, what drove them forward, and how they look back on their stroke now they're on the road to recovery. So join us in hearing these inspirational stories of strength, determination, and progress against all the odds.
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