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13/03/2012
NI Hold First Ever Stroke Awards
The first ever Northern Ireland Stroke Awards took place last night.
These awards, organised by the Stroke Association Northern Ireland, celebrate the courage and dedication of people across Northern Ireland who have been affected by or work with stroke.
Speaking at the event in the Culloden Hotel in Holywood, Health Minister Edwin Poots, who formally opened the awards, said: " It is important to recognize those who have worked hard to rebuild their lives following a stroke and also the dedication and support provided by families, carers and professionals on a daily basis.
"I wish to congratulate all the winners here tonight and celebrate their achievements. I am especially honoured to present the award for professional excellence to Dr Michael Power and Maureen Matthews of the Stroke Unit at the Ulster Hospital."
The Minister concluded: "I acknowledge that all the work done to date to develop the stroke strategy and to progress its implementation has played a key role in improving services and outcomes for people affected by stroke and their carers and we aim to continue with this good work."
(LB)
These awards, organised by the Stroke Association Northern Ireland, celebrate the courage and dedication of people across Northern Ireland who have been affected by or work with stroke.
Speaking at the event in the Culloden Hotel in Holywood, Health Minister Edwin Poots, who formally opened the awards, said: " It is important to recognize those who have worked hard to rebuild their lives following a stroke and also the dedication and support provided by families, carers and professionals on a daily basis.
"I wish to congratulate all the winners here tonight and celebrate their achievements. I am especially honoured to present the award for professional excellence to Dr Michael Power and Maureen Matthews of the Stroke Unit at the Ulster Hospital."
The Minister concluded: "I acknowledge that all the work done to date to develop the stroke strategy and to progress its implementation has played a key role in improving services and outcomes for people affected by stroke and their carers and we aim to continue with this good work."
(LB)
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