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Acute Stroke Toolbox
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Guidelines, pathways, sample admission orders, and complementary tools, courtesy of the Brain Attack Coalition--a nonprofit alliance whose mission is to reduce the occurrence and impact of stroke.
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Stroke-TIA.org
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An educational resource focusing on the prevention and treatment of stroke and transient ischemic attacks. Features articles and webcasts of interviews with medical professionals.
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StrokeHelp.com
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Workshops and video-based courses focusing on stroke rehabilitation. Presented by International Clinical Educators.
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Project Stroke Hope
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Presentation by a family hoping to help others who are affected by stroke. Offers notes on disability benefits and insurance matters, fundamental information on stroke, and links to stroke-related sites.
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Lou's Stroke
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Link collection and personal story of Louis Albert, a survivor with diabetes and aphasia who has used assistive technology to create his site.
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StrokeGene
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An international research programme, aiming to discover new treatments for stroke through a genomic approach. Funded by the European Commission.
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Stroke Survivors: The Site for Cerebellar Stroke Victims
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Developed and maintained by survivor John d'Arcy to support individuals who are dealing with cerebellar stroke. Resources include his personal story, a fact sheet on the condition, a message board, and contact details for related organizations in the United Kingdom.
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Megan's Notebook
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Inspirational resource created by author and childhood stroke survivor Megan Drummond. Features essays on Megan's experiences during and after her stroke.
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Neurotransplantation for Patients with Paralysis After Stroke
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Overview of the University of Pittsburgh's study of neuronal cell transplantation for the treatment of stroke. Updates on the research program are provided.
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Terri's Stroke Recovery
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Story of stroke and continuing recovery, from the rehab unit to independent living. Written in support of other survivors who are on the "long journey back" from stroke.
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Stroke Survivors
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Maintained by and for stroke survivors and their families to provide information about rehabilitation options, sources of support, and new equipment.
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Internet Stroke Center at Washington University in St. Louis
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A stroke resource for medical professionals and consumers, alike. Educational information, directories of clinical trials and stroke centers, and a calendar of major stroke conferences are among the site's many offerings.
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Brain Stem Stroke: Joe and Jackie
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Reaching out to other families who have been affected by brain stem stroke, with a personal story of survival and links to helpful resources.
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Interact Reading Service
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Providing a professional, live, interactive reading service for stroke patients in hospitals and stroke clubs in the London area.
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Post Stroke Help
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Articles and webcasts concerning post-stroke spasticity, uncontrollable muscle tightness or cramps that cause pain and affect movement. Created in cooperation with Healthology and supported by unrestricted educational grants from Allergan and Medtronic.
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Caregiver-Information.com
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Fact sheets, adapted leisure ideas, relaxation tips, news, and other resources for those who are caring for loved ones with stroke or another neurological condition.
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Stroke and Aphasia Information
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Resources for stroke recovery, including home therapy tips and survivors' stories. Presented by Bungalow Software, a provider of rehabilitation programs.
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Stroke Survivors Canada Ottawa
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Supporting affected families with information about stroke causes, acute care, rehabilitation, financial issues, local services, and Web-based resources.
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Ahealthyme.com: Stroke: An Animated Guide
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Visual introduction to ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, revealing the fundamental processes involved in each type of "brain attack."
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Believe In Miracles
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Online home of James Bradley, stroke survivor and author of "Elvis Was My Speech Therapist."
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Veritas Medicine: Stroke
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Personalized trial listings, fundamental information, and treatment reviews pertaining to stroke.
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General Practice Notebook: Stroke
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Clinical reference on ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Covered topics include differential diagnosis, etiological determination, radiologic investigations, and management of patients within the National Service Framework.
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Artists Recovering from Stroke
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Submit your artwork for inclusion in an online gallery, view samples from an Australian exhibition, and learn more about post-stroke conditions that may influence works of art.
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eMedicine Health: Stroke
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Consumer health resource center, providing information on the causes, symptoms, and urgent treatment of stroke.
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Physiotherapy for Strokes
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An overview of the role of physical therapy in stroke rehabilitation, provided by Heads Up!--a specialist neurological physiotherapy practice based in Surrey, England.
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Stroke
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From the staff of the Mayo Clinic, a nine-page, consumer-oriented guide to stroke. Topics include risk factors and prevention, screening and diagnosis, treatment, and coping skills.
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MerckSource: Stroke
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Find background information about stroke--and quick links to online versions of The Merck Manual - Home Edition and Dorland's Medical Encyclopedia--through MerckSource.
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The New England Journal of Medicine: Stroke Collection
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From the archives of the journal, literature covering topics such as antithrombotic therapy, cerebral thrombosis, and carotid stenosis.
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Stroke Recovery: Regaining Quality of Life
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Discusses the goals of stroke recovery and rehabilitation: to improve quality of life and counteract morbidity
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Ask the Doctor - The Stroke Rehab Forum
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Interactive medical question-and-answer board covering all aspects of stroke rehabilitation. Responses are provided by medical professionals from The Comprehensive Pain and Rehabilitation Center.
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NHS Direct Online Health Encyclopaedia: Stroke
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Fundamental stroke information, provided at the companion site to the National Health Service's advice hotline.
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StrokePage/Slagsiden
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Home to the StrokePost news pages and numerous other resources for stroke survivors and their loved ones. Content is presented in both English and Norwegian.
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JennyStroke.com
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Online home of Jenny Broome, a young brain-stem-stroke survivor sharing perspectives on recovery.
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Family Centered Community Stroke Program
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An Ottawa-based study that is designed to gather information about needed community services for stroke survivors and their families.
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HealthAtoZ: Stroke
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Learn how to decrease your stroke risk, and look into available treatments and questions that you should ask your physician if you've just had a stroke.
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Separating Myth and Fact: Women and Stroke
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Article exploring women's special stroke risks.
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StrokeMatters.com
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Multi-lingual stroke survey, seeking respondents from Canada, Europe, and the United States. The results will be used to help advance stroke education and care internationally.
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Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases: A Guide for Patients and Their Families
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From the stroke specialists at Stanford University's School of Medicine, a nine-part guide featuring information about stroke types, prevention, emergency treatment, and rehabilitation.
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Depression and Stroke
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National Institute of Mental Health fact sheet relating the symptoms of post-stroke depression and the importance of obtaining treatment.
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NINDS Stroke Information Page
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Introduction to stroke, with pointers to related fact sheets concerning symptoms, prevention, and rehabilitation. Presented by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a division of the National Institutes of Health.
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Transient Ischemic Attack
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Information sheet on TIAs (which are also known as "mini strokes"). Published by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
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Hobbies After a Stroke
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Created by a brain-stem-stroke survivor who hopes to encourage others to get involved in recreational activities. Her post-stroke hobbies include embroidery and outings on a motorized scooter.
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Interventional Radiology Procedures for Treatment and Prevention of Stroke
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Educational resource from the Society of Interventional Radiology. Covered procedures include intra-arterial thrombolysis, aneurysm embolization, and carotid stenting.
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Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy: Online Publications
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Reading list featuring reports on CIMT--a "massed practice" approach to limb weakness. Intended as a research aid for stroke survivors, medical professionals, and others who wish to investigate the therapy online.
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NINDS Stroke Information Guide
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Stroke prevention, recognizing stroke, acute treatment, and recent stroke trials.
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Terri's Website
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Patients personal experience of 5 years of recovery from a stroke.
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Stroke - NHS Direct
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Detailed patient orientated information on the causes, symptoms and treatment of strokes.
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InterAct - A Live Reading Service For Stroke Patients.
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Provides a professional, live, interactive reading service for stroke patients in hospitals and stroke clubs.
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