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Speakers at the July Warkworth Men’s REBUS meeting were Lorna Crawford, from the Stroke Foundation, and Lora Drewet, a woman who suffered a stroke six years ago at the age of 35. Lorna said 9000 New Zealanders suffer a stroke each year, and it is the second most common cause of death.
The main sign of a stroke is the drooping of the face, numbness, confusion when speaking, seeing double or partial vision. When seeing someone suffering from a stroke, it’s important to immediately dial 111 since prompt treatment is essential.
Lora Drewet described what happened after she had a stroke. She has no memory of her time in hospital, has difficulty remembering and tires quickly. (supplied) Info on REBUS, phone Bob Dye 425 0089.
