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Strokes and Insurance People who have had a stroke can find it hard to obtain insurance. They may face an increased premium from their existing insurance provider or be unable to obtain insurance cover when they renew or apply for insurance after having a stroke. The Insurance Helpline can help people living with strokes to obtain a wide variety of insurance including Mortgage protection insurance, Life assurance and sports and travel insurance. |
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Strokes A stroke is what happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Blood carries essential nutrients and oxygen to the brain. Without a blood supply, brain cells can be damaged or destroyed and won’t be able to do their job. Because the brain controls everything the body does, damage to the brain will affect body functions. For example, if a stroke damages the part of the brain that controls how limbs move, limb movement will be affected. The brain also controls how we think, learn, feel and communicate. A stroke can also affect these mental processes. A stroke is sudden and the effects on the body are immediate. More information can be found at the Stroke Association website. |
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