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Let's paint the month of May purple and raise awareness for stroke prevention and support!
May is not just the month of flowers and warmer weather, it's also a time to raise awareness for a serious health condition – stroke. In honor of Make May Purple/Action On Stroke Month, which occurs on May 1, we come together to spread knowledge and support those affected by stroke. Did you know that someone in the world has a stroke every two seconds? But thanks to this campaign initiated by the Stroke Association in the UK, people are becoming more aware of how they can prevent strokes and support those who have been impacted by them. Let's join forces and make this month truly purple with positivity and hope!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation Of The Stroke Association</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stroke Association, a UK based charity aiming to prevent stroke and support those touched by it, was founded.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Raising Stroke Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>Starting from the early 2000s, The Stroke Association consistently emphasized increasing public awareness about strokes through various events and campaigns.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Stroke Consensus Guidelines</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stroke Association published the first ever consensus guidelines on the secondary prevention of stroke.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div'class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Make May Purple</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stroke Association launched the Make May Purple/Action On Stroke Month campaign to galvanize the community into action against stroke.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Great Progress Report</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stroke Association presented at its Annual Public Meeting a report showing significant progress in stroke prevention and recovery since the initiation of Make May Purple.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Paint the town purple</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get together with friends, family, or your community and organize a day to paint the town purple. This could involve decorating buildings and landmarks, or having a purple-themed parade or festival.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear purple for the month</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Encourage everyone you know to wear something purple every day during Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month. This could be in the form of clothing, accessories, or even temporary purple hair dye.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fundraiser to support stroke awareness and research. This could be a charity event, auction, or online donation campaign. Make sure to spread the word and invite as many people as possible to participate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate others about stroke prevention</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media, events, or other platforms to educate others about the causes and prevention of stroke. You could also reach out to local schools or organizations to give presentations or workshops on the topic.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a stroke support group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>For those who have been affected by stroke, joining a support group can provide a sense of community and understanding. This is also a great way to raise awareness and support for stroke survivors during Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for stroke prevention and treatment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>May is dedicated to raising awareness for strokes and how they can be prevented or treated. By making May purple, we can help spread important information about the signs and symptoms of a stroke, as well as ways to reduce your risk.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors those impacted by strokes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making May purple also serves as a way to honor those who have been affected by strokes - whether it's survivors, caregivers, or loved ones. It's an opportunity to show support and empathy for those who have gone through this life-changing event.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages donations for stroke research and support services</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Throughout May, there are many opportunities to donate to organizations that fund stroke research and support services for stroke survivors. By making May purple, we can help promote these donations and contribute towards improving the lives of those affected by strokes.</p></div></div>
Make May Purple / Action On Stroke Month is celebrated on May 1 every year. In 2024 Make May Purple / Action On Stroke Month will occur on a Wednesday.
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