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Communication and swallowing difficulties following stroke

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Communication and swallowing difficulties following stroke

60% of people who have had a stroke will develop a swallowing difficulty (dysphagia), while around 20% will have difficulty using speech. A further 30% of all people who have had a stroke will have difficulty articulating ideas or comprehending written or spoken language (aphasia).
Target audience:
General
Service area:
National
Last reviewed:
November 2023
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