New report outlines concerns that some stroke survivors aren't getting care they need

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Thursday, 22 February 2018 at 16:34

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Some stroke survivors in Northern Ireland aren't getting the care they need on time, according to a new report.

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists say patients should be assessed within three days of an attack.

Ulster University found a third of those affected aren't happy with their one-to-one therapy.

Alison McCullough, from the Royal College says the treatment is crucial.

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