Alfie Oakley was just two when he had his first stroke. Since then Alfie has had several further strokes, some mild and others severe. Despite having three major operations to reduce the risk of him having further strokes, there is no guarantee he won’t have another. Read about Alfie in this Touching Lives article, watch Alfie’s inspiring story on this video, or read about the related research funded by Action Medical Research.
Aiden was whisked away as a baby to the intensive care unit
where the team began to reduce his body temperature to protect him from brain
damage, a process known as cooling therapy. This breakthrough therapy is the product
of research to which Action Medical Research has contributed.Aiden continues to do well, but will need further scans
and follow ups.
Read more about Dr Austin's
research to improve diagnosis of seizures here.
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