WA Stroke interdisciplinary education series 10th June 2021 (video available soon) Powerpoint Slides The topic for the session was Alternative and Augmentative Communication – Presented by Yvette Yee, Speech Therapist from the WA Health Communication and Assistive Technology Service (CATS) |
Stroke ed website Stroke rehabilitation workshops for physiotherapists and occupational therapists. |
The BEST Study A joint research project between Charles Sturt University, Albury-Wodonga Health and Murrumbidgee Local Health District. This website is designed to assist patients with their rehabilitation and to assist clinicians to use the best possible stroke related evidence. |
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No postcode untouched - Stroke incidence map |
![]() The WA Health Stroke Quality Improvement Tool was developed as part of a state-wide consistent approach to quality service delivery through comprehensive stroke specific training and development. |
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![]() Provides access to information and resources for health professionals, stroke survivors and carers. |
![]() Source: National Stroke Foundation A free online resource and community for stroke survivors and their families and supporters. |
![]() Source: National Stroke Foundation Large comprehensive site, providing access to evidence-based resources for health professionals to improve the delivery of acute stroke care and stroke rehabilitation including the national stroke guidelines. |
InformMe: The Chronic Stroke Review Tool |
![]() Source: Department of Health, Western Australia The MSC 2012 is a comprehensive policy document that covers the journey of the stroke survivor beginning at the initial recognition of stroke symptoms, right through to discharge from the hospital into the community, and ongoing management as required. |
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![]() Source: WA Centre for Healthy Ageing This module will provide you with an interactive case study in which you will diagnose, treat and rehabilitate a patient who has experienced an acute stroke. |
National Stroke Services Frameworks |
![]() Source: National Stroke Foundation Each year the Stroke Foundation funds grants for stroke-related research. |
Clinical guidelines for stroke prevention and management Source: National Stroke Foundation The Stroke Foundation developed the Clinical Guidelines for Stroke Management to provide a series of evidence-based recommendations for the management of stroke. |
![]() The Australian Stroke Coalition (ASC) is an alliance of organisations and groups working in the stroke field, including clinical networks, professional organisations and colleges. |
![]() The ASTN is the key body in promoting, facilitating and coordinating both commercially-sponsored and investigator-initiated stroke trials in Australasia. |
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![]() Source: NHS Scotland This e-learning resource provides a set of ‘Advancing Modules’ which builds on the core knowledge and skills covered by the Scottish NHS's Stroke Core Competencies. |
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![]() Source: Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care The Acute Stroke Clinical Care Standard provides guidance to clinicians and health service managers on delivering appropriate care to people with an acute stroke. |
![]() The Stroke Society of Australasia (SSA) was formed in 1989 by clinicians and researchers endeavouring to tackle the enormous burden of stroke in our community. |
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland Scotland's health charity with a mission to improve the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart and stroke illness, through medical research, influencing public policy, advice and information and support in the community. Provides access to a number of resources relevant to health professionals. |