05 July 2019
Next Health Matters event: stroke, its impact and prevention
The next Health Matters event, focusing on stroke, its impact
and prevention will be held on Tuesday 16 July. Clare Holmes,
stroke consultant at the Bristol Royal Infirmary will present the
talk, which will explore the impact of strokes on individuals and
families as well as give information on how to be aware of the
symptoms and how to reduce the chances of having a stroke.
The Health Matters events are a series of free talks and
presentations held throughout the year about a range of conditions
and health topics. Hosted by different staff members from across UH
Bristol, they are organised for Foundation Trust members as well as
members of the public, and are designed to raise awareness of
different health related topics, covering underlying causes,
symptoms, potential treatments, and more.
Speaking about the upcoming stroke Health Matters presentation,
Clare said:
"Strokes are more common than a lot of people think. It is often
assumed that only elderly people are at risk of strokes, but this
is absolutely not the case. Strokes can strike anyone at any age,
knowing what signs to look out for and making sure you act early if
you notice anything is absolutely essential. As part of this Health
Matters event, I'll be talking about this in more detail and will
be giving advice and information on how to spot the signs of a
stroke as quickly as possible."
As well as the presentation, there will also be the opportunity
to have a free blood pressure check at the meeting, along with
advice on stroke recovery.
The event will take place on Tuesday 16 July between 6-7.30pm in
the Education and Research Centre (opposite the Bristol Royal
Infirmary), Upper Maudlin Street.
The event is free and open for anyone to attend. To book your
place, please go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/health-matters-stroke-care-tickets-64522968937
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