Update on Helen's condition.

Thanks to everyone who has posted comments here, or emailed and rung me to ask after Helen. I spoke to her husband Ray on Saturday afternoon. Helen is paralysed on her left side, and doesn't have much movement in her leg and arm. Her speech has been affected, but she can make herself understood, although she tires quickly when doing so. She has been having intense physiotherapy, and is showing signs of improvement. She has been inundated with flowers and emails, both of which have lifted her spirits considerably!Both her sons flew over to Perth to be with her for a short while, which was great for both Helen and Ray.

Her doctor in Perth has been in touch with the Stroke Unit at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne, and when there is a bed available, Helen will be flown back to Melbourne when she is well enough to make the trip. Ray seems to think this won't be for at least another week or so. I'll post another message here when I find out more information.