Re-learning to speak after a stroke
In February, Hamilton resident John Kranjc took a skiing vacation in France with friends. On their second last day on...
React “FAST” to the signs of stroke
In Canada, someone has a stroke every nine minutes. Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age and occurs suddenly, often without warning. It's important to recognize the signs of stroke and act quickly to improve the chances of recovery.
Creating a personalized map for people with stroke
David Dayler’s world was turned upside down when he suffered a stroke almost five years ago. “Until then I had...
2021 Celebrations: Stroke Care
Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is a provincial and national leader in stroke care, with Hamilton General Hospital serving as the...
How smoking can lead to stroke
Smoking is one of the leading risk factors of stroke. According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 9 in 10...
“Stroke” takes on new meaning for dragon boat paddler
When Nancy Hindmarsh woke up with no feeling in her arm, she thought it was just asleep from an awkward...