Stroke Sisters: Stories of Strength and Resilience

In this heartfelt episode, Angela West shares her journey of surviving a massive ischemic stroke at just 38. After experiencing dizziness and vision loss at work, Angela fell, leaving her hemiplegic on the left side. A quick-thinking customer called 911, ensuring she received timely medical intervention. Despite an allergic reaction to thrombolysis drugs, Angela underwent successful thrombectomy s...

In this insightful podcast episode, stroke survivor Megan Thomas shares her compelling recovery story. At just 34, Megan faced a life-changing stroke while attending a board meeting. Drawing on her previous experience as a medical emergency dispatcher, she recognized the signs and sought immediate help. Today, Megan's journey is marked by her relentless determination and resilience. With the suppo...

In this episode of Stroke Sister Stories, Angie sits down with Jennie Wallace, a 41-year-old stroke survivor and dedicated wife and mother. Jenny recounts the sudden onset of her stroke in 2023 and the critical moments that followed. Despite no prior risk factors, Jenny faced her crisis head-on, beginning her recovery journey with courage and determination. She shares how she managed her new reali...

Welcome to Stroke Sisters Stories of Strength and Resilience, a podcast hosted by Angie Read, a two-time stroke survivor herself. This podcast focuses on the real and raw journeys of women who have overcome the challenges of stroke recovery. Each episode dives into personal experiences of female survivors, as well as featuring insights from experts and advocates. Stroke Sisters aims to provide emp...