Strengthening Partnerships for Stroke Awareness: SAoK and KMTC Forge Collaboration Ahead of World Stroke Day 2025

The Stroke Association of Kenya (SAoK) held a productive collaborative meeting with the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) to explore joint initiatives in advancing stroke awareness, prevention, and response. This meeting follows the successful Step-Up for Stroke Walk and Awareness Campaign held in July 2025, which marked a significant milestone…

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13 October 2025

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Strengthening Partnerships for Stroke Advocacy and Policy Action in Kenya: SAoK and IILA

Following the successful “Step-Up for Stroke Walk and Awareness Campaign” held in July 2025, the Stroke Association of Kenya (SAoK) held a productive follow-up meeting with the International Institute for Legislative Affairs (IILA) on October 16, 2025 in Nairobi. The meeting served as a strategic platform to explore collaborative pathways…

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13 October 2025

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Bridging Continents for a Stroke-Free Future: Stroke Association of Kenya Meets Stroke Association (UK)

Strengthening Global Ties

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24 September 2025

Read more about the article Strengthening Stroke Care in Kenya: A Strategic Collaboration Between Stroke Association of Kenya and Angels Initiative

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Strengthening Stroke Care in Kenya: A Strategic Collaboration Between Stroke Association of Kenya and Angels Initiative

In a major step towards advancing stroke prevention, awareness, and care in Kenya, the Stroke Association of Kenya (SAoK) held a strategic meeting with the Angels Initiative, a globally recognized organization committed to transforming stroke care worldwide. The meeting laid the groundwork for a powerful partnership aimed at empowering stroke…

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2 July 2025

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A Walk of Strength, A March of Hope: The Charity Walk and Health Clinic Event

This past weekend, the 8th of June, 2025, we witnessed something unforgettable. Dozens of stroke survivors—many living with diverse disabilities—defied odds, defied pain, and walked 5 kilometers from Nyayo Stadium to Mbagathi SDA Church. Not just walked—they led, they inspired, and they showed us what resilience truly looks like. Some…

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1 July 2025

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A Powerful Step Forward in Stroke Advocacy and Recovery: SAoK and KNH

On Friday, 27th of June 2025, the Stroke Association of Kenya (SAoK) held a pivotal meeting with the physiotherapy unit of the rehabilitation department at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). This meeting brought together passionate leaders, unit heads, and change-makers—all united by one goal: To strengthen advocacy Boost public awareness…

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30 June 2025

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SAoK and WCEA Sign MOU to Combat CVDs and Stroke in Kenya

On 14th March 2023, the Secretary of the Society of Kenyan Cardiologists (SAoK), Edward Konzolo, and the Chairman of the World Continuing Education Alliance (WCEA), Dr. John Kyalo, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to tackle cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and stroke in Kenya. The MOU aims to provide online and…

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4 April 2023

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Nancy Wangeci: A Stroke Survivor’s Story of Resilience and Perseverance

On the 15th of April 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Nancy Wangeci woke up like any other day. She had been on leave and was set to return to work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ls7TAYE_E1k Nancy Wangeci Narrating Her Odeal After using the toilet, she went to flush it, but suddenly,…

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4 April 2023

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Stroke: Recovery depends on how fast treatment begins

A stroke occurs when blood supply to a part of the brain is disrupted, causing brain cells to die. Compromised blood flow to the brain can be due to lack of oxygen, blockage of blood flow, or rupture of an artery to the brain.

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19 July 2019

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What Is Stroke?

A Stroke is a result of a sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen, caused by blockage of blood flow or rupture of an artery to the brain. Also known as a cerebrovascular accident or CVA, occurs when part of the brain loses its blood supply and…

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18 July 2019