Alice Cowieson, a 75-year-old retired teacher from Dairsie near Cupar, says playing bridge helped her rebuild her life after suffering a stroke. Sources report that her health problems following the stroke included fatigue, sight issues, and difficulty concentrating, which affected her day-to-day functioning during a lengthy recovery period. After her return to regular activities, she found that bridge offered a structured, engaging way to practise attention and cognitive skills while also providing a social outlet. Cowieson now supports the Scottish Bridge campaign, which aims to encourage more people to try the game. Multiple outlets describe her story as part of that broader push to promote bridge as a beneficial pastime, particularly for people who may be looking for ways to re-engage with activities after a health setback. The coverage aligns in focusing on her post-stroke challenges, the role bridge played in her rehabilitation and adjustment, and her decision to publicly back an effort to increase participation in the sport.