... people are at a higher risk of stroke than others. Factors such as age, gender, race/ethnicity and family history of stroke cannot be changed. However you can control other risk factors, such as high blood pressure, cigarette smoking and diet. The earlier you get a condition diagnosed and treatment started, the better the results. According to The Stroke association in 2002 (Stroke Association 2003) the North West had one of the highest rates of stroke the vast majority were mild strokes and the patients recovered within a few days some however were less fortunate and were unable to recover. Mr J is a 75-year-old male. He is married and has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Mr J lives in South Manchester with his wife in a semi-detached house. Mr J enjoys gardening and going for days out with his wife, Mr J also likes to go to the pub ...

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