Jonathan Ashworth's Stroke Journey: A Call for Blood Pressure Checks

0:00On this March 1 in Leicester, here's what is making headlines. Former labor MP, Jonathan Asworth suffered a stroke on New Year's Day. The 47-year-old, who served at Leicester South from 2011 to 2024, is now recovering at home. He experienced stiffness in his left arm and lost sight in his left eye. A blood clot, blood blood and oxygen to his brain, triggered by very high blood pressure that he did not realize he had. As former Shadow Secretary for Health and Social Care, Asworth had skipped a routine checkup from his doctor. He praised NHS workers for their quick response and ongoing rehab support. This weekend, he shared on social media that he is improving and even completed a short run. He is pushing for better access to blood pressure checks to help others. The Stroke Association suggests the fast tests for spotting strokes check for face drooping, arm weakness, speech issues and call 999. Right away, if any appear, this episode is supported by our sponsor, C Details in the description.

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