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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/stroke-and-transient-ischaemic-attack-what-you-need-to-know
01 Oct 2012... Information about stroke and Transient Ischaemic Attack (or 'mini stroke'), including prevention, warning signs, and treatment.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-is-stroke-video
01 May 2017... A short video that introduces what a stroke is, it's impacts and support services available from the Stroke Foundation.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/all-about-stroke-audio
01 Apr 2014... The audio fact sheet provides information for people who are interested in learning more about stroke. It includes information on: What stroke is, how stroke can be prevented, treatment and rehabilitation for people who have had a stroke and their families.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/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).
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-is-a-speech-pathologist
A translated fact sheet that outlines speech pathologist's role to study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speech, language and voice. The resource may be helpful for people who experience difficulties swallowing food and drink safely.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/all-about-stroke
Information for people who are interested in learning more about stroke. It includes information on the signs of stroke, including how to recognise if someone is having a stroke using the F.A.S.T test.
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