Stroke is one of our nation's most urgent health concerns.
Stroke is the third most common cause of death in the Australian community and may cost up to 2 billion dollars annually when direct and indirect costs are considered. Stroke effects approximately 40,000 Australians every year and is Australia's third greatest killer after heart disease and cancer. Stroke often effects those who are at the peak of their working lives. The costs of treating a stroke patient increases daily and rehabilitation for those who survive is a long and costly process. Contrary to popular belief, stroke isn't something that only happens to the elderly.