Latest Update
29 Oct 2008

Stroke awareness week was October 1st to October 7th 2007 

The Shetland Stroke Support Group is working with Chest Heart Stroke Scotland (CHSS) to promote stroke awareness week. The campaign for 2007 focussed on the importance of recognising a suspected stroke as a medical emergency. 

The key message is:

•  Having a stroke can happen to anyone
•  Calling 999 will help to ensure that someone gets a diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible
•  Acting FAST will improve the chances of making a good recovery following a stroke

CHSS has put together a resource pack, which contains leaflets, posters and cards explaining how to do a quick test to check if someone is having a stroke. The leaflets and resource packs have been circulated to health centres and are also held by Shetland's Stroke Liaison Nurse, Dorothy Storey.

For more information about local services or the campaign
ring 01595 743229

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