James Daly MP attended the Stroke Association’s World Stroke Day event in Parliament to see a game-changing stroke treatment demonstration in action.
The Stroke Association’s event, which recognised World Stroke Day (29 October), gave MPs the opportunity to hear about the acute stroke treatment thrombectomy and see a demonstration in action, as well as speak to stroke survivors who have benefitted from the treatment.
Thrombectomy saves brains by significantly reducing the chance of disabilities after stroke, saves money in rehabilitation costs, and changes lives by helping 1,600 more people to be independent after stroke each year.
With around 100,000 strokes happening each year in the UK, The Stroke Association’s ‘Saving Brains’ report sheds light on the benefits of thrombectomy and calls for the treatment to be given to every stroke patient who can benefit.
Whilst the NHS Long Term Plan committed to full thrombectomy rollout by 2022, less than 30% of suitable patients receive the treatment. There is also a postcode lottery of treatment rates, causing nearly 80% (5,889) of patients in England who needed a thrombectomy to miss out in 2020/21.
James Daly said:
“I was delighted to speak to stroke survivors and see exactly how innovative stroke treatments work to recognise World Stroke Day. Stroke is a hugely important issue in Bury, and I look forward to working with local colleagues and the Stroke Association to make sure that people affected by stroke receive the treatment, care, and support they need.”
Stroke Association spokesperson, Emma Poynter, said:
“Many thanks to James Daly MP for coming to our event to hear more about thrombectomy and the impact of stroke. Stroke is the fourth largest cause of death in the UK, and a leading cause of disability. We’re looking forward to working with MPs across the House to ensure that those affected by stroke receive the treatment and support that they need. It’s more important than ever that MPs of all parties are aware of the scale and impact of stroke, and how they can help to drive improvements.”
