Karla Mckenzie

I’m taking on the challenge of Stride4Stroke and raising funds for Stroke Foundation!

Hi there,

I'm taking on the Stride4Stroke challenge again this year in September with the hopes of raising funds for Stroke Foundation to help create a future with fewer strokes.

As a stroke survivor I can tell you firsthand why research, prevention and awareness are so important.  My stroke journey could have had a far different outcome if I hadn't been aware of the lesser known signs of stroke.  

Stroke is one of Australia's biggest killers and doesn't discriminate; it affects anyone, anytime. It claims more lives than breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men. And incredibly, up to 120 babies and 400 children have a stroke in Australia each year.

By supporting me and my team of supporters in striding and life, you'll be helping to sustain vital programs and resources that Stroke Foundation provides, including:

Preventing Stroke:

• StrokeSafe Talks
• Australia's Biggest Blood Pressure Check
• Information Resources

Saving Lives:

• F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) Signs of Stroke Awareness
• Living Guidelines for Stroke Management
• InformMe Website for Health Professionals

Enhancing Recovery:

• StrokeLine
• My Stroke Journey
• EnableMe Website for Survivors of Stroke

Your support goes beyond just a donation; it's a lifeline for individuals at risk of stroke and survivors of stroke.

Thank you for supporting us. Together we can change the story of stroke.