The Minnesota Stroke Association publishes a newsletter called Stroke Matters. Stroke Matters provides information on issues important to the stroke community including: real-life stories from people affected by stroke, navigating life after stroke, advances in rehabilitation therapies, upcoming events, and education and advocacy opportunities. If you wish to be added to our mailing list, please click here and fill out our online form.
Our Winter edition of Stroke Matters looks at the stroke disparities in Hmong-Americans, are your stroke concerns listened to if you're a woman, and more.
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Our Spring/Summer edition of Stroke Matters looks at Pediatric Stroke, Strides for Stroke and more.
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Our Fall/Winter 2022 edition of Stroke Matters is all about Resource Facilitation and some of the work that our team does on a daily basis, along with other program updates.
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Our Spring/Summer 2022 edition of Stroke Matters revisits A Play by Barb and Carl, Strides for Stroke, Stroke Awareness month and more.
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Our Fall/Winter 2021 edition of Stroke Matters is all about Resource Facilitation and some of the work that our team does on a daily basis, along with other program updates.
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In the Spring/Summer 2021 edition of Stroke Matters, read about Strides for Stroke, how Michael lives every moment of every day, how Lewis' stroke led him to help others, and more.
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In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read about Molly who survived two strokes within a month, how Broadstroke was created by Richard, and more.
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In the Spring/Summer edition of Stroke Matters, read about the making of "A Play by Barb and Carl", how connection is important to Courtney and Brayden, Stroke Awareness Month and more.
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In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read Morris' story of a stroke in the middle of the night, how Peggy's stroke did not have the typical signs, a look at Pediatric Stroke and more.
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In the Spring/Summer edition of Stroke Matters, read how Pam and Chad keep their relationship strong, Dory Nelson, the 2019 Strides for Stroke and more.
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In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read Tiffany's dealing with a stroke immediately following the birth of Liam, Gerry and Kate's shared health scare, find out what a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) is, and more.
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In the Spring/Summer edition of Stroke Matters, read about Greg Chavez and living with both stroke and brain injury, our upcoming Statewide Stroke Conference and more.
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In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read about Stephanie and Adam's Support for each other, Joe's Experience Leads Him to Write a Book, our 25th Anniversary and more.
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In the Spring and Summer edition of Stroke Matters, read about Sarah Burkitt advocating for her health, Cecily May who had two strokes at 20, Stroke Awareness Month, our 25th Anniversary and more.
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In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read about Randi life following stroke, Ronni's life experience transferring to Case Management and more.
In the Spring/Summer edition of Stroke Matters, read about Stroke Support Groups, how Dorian survived the stroke odds, Jennifer moves forward with healthy life choices, employer helps Brian return to work, and more.
In the Fall/Winter edition of Stroke Matters, read about the journey to stroke recovery, life after stroke, our Public Relations department and more.
Stroke Matters - Spring/Summer 2015
Read running to raise awareness of stroke, a youth with a strong throwing arm, Stroke Awareness Month, Strides for Stroke and more.
Stroke Matters - Winter 2014-2015
Read about a charity fundraiser that is focused on stroke awareness, our Speaker's Bureau, why giving is important and more!.
Stroke Matters - Spring/Summer 2014
Read how Randy discovered she was having a stroke, the 2014 Strides for Stroke, how Resource Facilitation can help stroke survivors and more.
Stroke Matters - Fall/Winter 2013
Read how aphasia affects daily life, the Twin Cities Marathon ActFAST Run Team, care coordination and more.
Stroke Matters - Spring/Summer 2013
Read about stroke through the eyes of a sppech language pathologist, writing a book following stroke, stroke awareness month and more.
Stroke Matters - Fall/Winter 2012
Read the inspiring stroy of Kellan's Krusaders from the 2012 Strides for Stroke, Fighting for Independence, Strike out Stroke Day with the Minnesota Twins and more.
Stroke Matters - Spring/Summer 2012
Read about Act FAST In Action, the 2012 Stides for Stroke, Aphasia Groups and more.
Stroke Matters - Fall 2011
Read how a minor sports mishap leads to an amazing story, challenges for baby boomers, Nancy Cardinal, disparities or opportunities.
Stroke Matters - Summer 2011
Read how a man built a sailboat after having a stroke, the 2011 Strike Out Stroke and Strides for Stroke, Stroke in adolescents and young adults, and more.
Stroke Matters - Spring 2011
Read how good support systems are important in recovery and rebuilding lives following stroke, Stroke Awareness Month, stroke prevention, our Annual Report and our annual Aphasia Luncheon.
Stroke Matters - Winter 2010-2011
Read how a stroke during childbirth left Susanne with an unexpected challenge, managing the holidays, and legacy options.
Stroke Matters - Fall 2010
Read about a prenatal stroke survivor, new services for Minnesota Stroke Association members, volunteering and challenges to readers.
Stroke Matters - Summer 2010
Read about a CEO's stroke story, services and resources available to consumers, Strikes for Stroke and Strike Out Stroke.
Stroke Matters - Spring 2010
Read about Aphasia Conversation Groups, an artist who has had a stroke contributing towards the Association's CreateAbility project, and more.