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When Words Won’t Cooperate After a Stroke
Imagine waking up one day, knowing exactly what you want to say, but the words just won’t come out. Or maybe you say something, but it’s not what you meant at all. That’s aphasia, a frustrating communication disorder that many stroke survivors face. Aphasia doesn’t...
Every Minute Counts
Did you know that every minute a stroke goes untreated, approximately 1.9 million brain cells die? This staggering fact highlights why strokes must be treated with the same urgency as heart attacks. Time is brain, and knowing the warning signs could save a life. This...
When Words Won’t Cooperate After a Stroke
Imagine waking up one day, knowing exactly what you want to say, but the words just won’t come out. Or maybe you say something, but it’s not what you meant at all. That’s aphasia, a frustrating...
Every Minute Counts
Did you know that every minute a stroke goes untreated, approximately 1.9 million brain cells die? This staggering fact highlights why strokes must be treated with the same urgency as heart attacks....
My Journey with Anxiety After Stroke
One of the hardest things about recovering from a stroke is dealing with all the changes—not just physical, but emotional and mental. After my stroke, my family started noticing shifts in my...
What is Carotid Artery Thrombosis?
Carotid artery thrombosis might sound like a mouthful, but it’s an important topic to understand, especially when we’re talking about stroke prevention. What Are the Carotid Arteries? First, let’s...
Understanding Stroke and the Importance of ‘B’ in BE FAST
Strokes are a critical health emergency that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells begin...
Understanding Ischemic Stroke
Stroke is a medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with ischemic stroke being the most common type. Understanding what an ischemic stroke is, recognizing its warning signs, and...
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