Stroke in the News

This page contains links to news items related to stroke that have been published recently on the ABC News website. You may see these articles simply by clicking the headline in the left-hand column.

News Items on Stroke Related Matters
Headline Date Summary
'FAST' signs help prevent stroke damage September 15, 2009 Tasmanians are being urged to educate themselves on how to recognise signs of a stroke and seek help.
Cholesterol 'wonder drugs' not so wonderful September 3, 2009 Australian researchers in Tasmania have discovered that statins, commonly prescribed to help prevent heart attacks and strokes, have significant negative side effects.
Lifting the Lid on Disability Report August 10, 2009 A shocking new report that exposes how people with a disability continue to be shut out of the Australian way of life has been released by the National People with Disabilities and Carer Council.
National Health Reform Report August 6, 2009 Presentation made by Rod Wilson on the National Health Reform Report at the BSSG meeting on August 6 2009.
More specialised stroke care needed, audit says August 4, 2009 An audit of Australia's major hospitals shows that each year, around 700 Australians are dying or becoming severely disabled from strokes because they are not getting access to specialised care.
Stroke victim walks again - with help of botox June 21, 2009 An Australian stroke victim paralysed for more than 20 years has walked again thanks to anti-wrinkle drug botox, in a case hailed as extraordinary by his medical team.
Green tea reduces risk of stroke: study June 9, 2009 A study undertaken by Curtin University in Perth has revealed drinking green tea can reduce the risk of stroke.
New technology to help Tamworth stroke victims Feb 24, 2009 Stroke patients admitted to Tamworth Hospital are about to benefit from new technology that will more accurately diagnose their condition.