Stroke Hub

A Resource for
Stroke Survivors and
their Caregivers

A stroke occurs when there is a disruption of blood flow to the brain.

There are 2 main types of stroke: ‘Blocked Artery’ and ‘Burst Artery’.

The brain and is divided into several areas that control different functions.

Identifying
stroke

Every patient is affected by stroke differently.

Be S.M.A.R.T. Think F.A.S.T.

Stroke patients are usually admitted for further investigation and treatment.

Monitoring, screening, investigations, medications and hospital procedures.

Rehabilitation and discharge care plans for stroke patients.

Medical and lifestyle strategies reduce risk of another stroke.

High blood pressure, high cholesterol and other risk factors within our control.

Age, gender and other risk factors that are beyond our control.

Use the log book to track and monitor your health.

Government agencies and social enterprises ready to help.

Difficulty thinking and other ways stroke may affect your life.

Contractures and other complications after a stroke.

Rehabilitation benefits most patients after a stroke.

An initiative of the Stroke Services Improvement (SSI) team in collaboration with all public hospitals in Singapore.

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An initiative by the Stroke Services Improvement Team in collaboration with all public healthcare institutions.