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Latest news

Labyrinthitis: Sarah tells her story

02 September 2010
In a new patient perspective article, published today, Sarah describes how she had a dizzy spell out of nowhere at work in April 2009, soon followed by regular attacks which lasted for 2-3 days at a time.

Hydrocephalus Focus Scotland: can you help with this new project?

01 September 2010
A new project run by the Scottish Spina Bifida Association aims to provide a dedicated hydrocephalus telephone helpline and provide specialist advice and information to individuals and professionals.

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Fundraising events

Adidas Women’s Challenge 5K

05 September
Whatever your age, your fitness or running ability, the Adidas Women's Challenge 5K is a great day out for women of all ages.

Great North Run 2010

19 September
Take part in Britain's biggest running event with 54,000 entrants. A distance of 13.1 miles/21 kilometres through the famous route from Newcastle to the coast at South Shields.

more fundraising events

Brain & Spine Booklets

TIA (Transient ischaemic attack)

This free fact sheet provides information for patients and carers on transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs). TIAs are linked to stroke and are sometimes referred to as mini strokes.

Spinal strokes

This free fact sheet has information for patients and carers about spinal strokes. A spinal stroke is a disruption in the blood supply to the spinal cord.

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