Rebecca Harris attended the Stroke Association’s World Stroke Day event in Parliament on Monday. 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. In Castle Point 1818 people have had a stroke, with around 100,000 strokes happening each year in the UK. 

As pictured above, whilst at the Stroke Association’s World Stroke Day, Rebecca met Oli Spooner (Stroke Physician) and Paul Bhogal (Interventional Neuroradiologist) – both of who work with Essex hospital trusts.

Rebecca Harris MP 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 Castle Point, 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.” 

Juliet Bouverie OBE, CEO of the Stroke Association said: 

“Many thanks to Rebecca Harris 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.”