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The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
NHS Scotland slammed over stroke treatment 'failure'
The bundle includes aspirin, access to a stroke unit, brain imaging, and a swallow screening. Furthermore, just 2.2% of Scottish stroke patients underwent a thrombectomy in 2024. The operation, which removes blood clots from the brain, has been linked to better quality of life outcomes for stroke survivors. However, only 212 surgeries were carried out in Scotland last year, as the treatment is not offered around the clock. The government has 'failed' stroke patients, according to a leading Cowie, chief operating officer at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, said: 'This is the seventh straight year that the Scottish Government has failed to hit its own targets for stroke care. 'This government has failed stroke survivors and is failing our NHS colleagues who are doing the absolute best they can with the inadequate resources they're currently being given.' Cowie added that Scotland continues to lag behind other European countries when it comes to thrombectomy treatments. He said: 'Just 1.6% of suitable stroke patients in Scotland received a thrombectomy in 2023, rising only slightly to 2.2% in 2024, compared to 10.8% in the Republic of Ireland. While Scotland's rate has improved marginally, the disparity remains stark. This is unacceptable. 'While we recognise the financial constraints facing the government, the continued underinvestment in stroke care is resulting in significantly higher long-term costs – both through prolonged hospital stays and the extensive support required for individuals living with stroke-related disabilities. 'This ongoing shortfall is not only economically unsustainable but is also costing lives. Immediate action is imperative.' Katie Lambert, a stroke nurse with CHSS, added: 'I think we have all noticed changes in the times people are having to wait for services like social services, rehabilitation, home care services and GPs. This is increasing stress in stroke survivors. People seem to be more stressed, anxious, and they find it harder to get routine appointments with GPs. 'That can have a knock-on effect on a person's ongoing stroke prevention risk because if you can't get an appointment with your doctor to talk about your worries, then it's obviously going to have a detrimental effect on your health.' Read more: People who live in poorer neighborhoods are 'more likely to die' from stroke No ScotGov timetable for 24/7 stroke treatment access as deaths hit eight year high Why has treatment for strokes in Scotland become an issue? A government spokesperson previously told The Herald: 'We're focused on ensuring people who have had a stroke receive the best possible care as quickly as possible to enable them to live longer, healthier and more independent lives. 'We are working to increase access to thrombectomy procedures. We have invested more than £51 million and are grateful to teams across Scotland, for their work in developing a 24/7 thrombectomy service.'
Glasgow Times
03-08-2025
- Glasgow Times
60-year-old Glasgow man to take on Forth Bridge abseil
Charles Smith from Glasgow will take on the descent from the top of the Forth Bridge on Sunday, September 28, to raise funds for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS). He said: "I had intended to do this a few years ago and raise funds for cystic fibrosis as a couple of my nieces have the condition but unfortunately Covid-19 came along and stopped me doing it. "So I ended up doing a parachute jump after a while instead. "I looked for an opportunity to do the abseil again and I noticed it on the CHSS website. "My father, James, passed away with a heart and stroke condition and a few of my friends have had frights with heart attacks recently and so has my mother, Margaret. "It seemed quite a relevant charity to support". Read more: Meet the 63-year-old 'Summer Santa' zip sliding along the Clyde for cancer care The Forth Bridge abseil, organised by CHSS in partnership with Network Rail and Balfour Beatty, is one of Scotland's most well-known fundraising events. Previous events held in June and October raised a combined total of more than £390,000 for all participating charities. Speaking about the upcoming abseil, Charles admitted that despite having previous experience he still feels apprehensive about the event. He said: "I've done a wee bit before but I will still be nervous hanging over the edge. "I do like doing adventurous things though. "I was up the top of the Forth Road Bridge for its 60th anniversary so I'm making my way across the bridges. "It was a cracking experience and I'm looking forward to this one as well." To support Charle's fundraiser, visit Read more: Juno the dog set to join Beatson 10k event - here is why CHSS aims to support 175,000 people across Scotland living with chest, heart, and stroke conditions by 2028. Stephanie Wilks, community, events and corporate fundraiser at CHSS, said: "We thank Charles for his participation in the 2025 Forth Bridge Abseil and wish him all the best in his fundraising and on the day. "Every pound raised through fundraising helps CHSS to support the one in five people in Scotland who are living with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full. 'It helps us to provide advice and support through our free Advice Line service, stroke nurses, online health information, support groups, supported self management courses and much more.'
STV News
30-07-2025
- STV News
Rail line closed and services cancelled after staff member falls ill
Rail services between Glasgow and Aberdeen have been cancelled or delayed after a staff member fell ill. Network Rail confirmed services have been disrupted after a member of signal staff had taken ill on Wednesday morning. As a result, the line between Laurencekirk and Stonehaven has been closed until further notice. Services between Montrose and Aberdeen are being disrupted due to a member of signalling staff being taken ill. We'll share further information soon, and we're in close contact with @ScotRail and other train operators who operate in the area. — Network Rail Scotland (@NetworkRailSCOT) July 30, 2025 The closure has affected journeys between Glasgow Queen Street and Aberdeen, as well as Aberdeen and Montrose. ScotRail also noted that services between Edinburgh and Aberdeen may be revised due to the incident. The rail operator said the disruption is expected to last until around 1pm. Phil Campbell, ScotRail customer operations director, said: 'We're sorry to customers who have experienced disruption to their journey this morning. 'Anyone delayed by 30 minutes or more is entitled to claim compensation through our Delay Repay Guarantee.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
