Stroke Stories

In the final part of this extraordinary stroke story, we hear from Meredith McMurray, who suffered a stroke at the age of 30. She was initially misdiagnosed, and within a week was back at work, only to discover that she had had a major stroke a number of months later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first part of this extraordinary stroke story, we hear from Meredith McMurray, who suffered a stroke at the age of 30. She was initially misdiagnosed, and within a week was back at work, only to discover that she had had a major stroke a number of months later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode of the new series, we chat to Amber Poliquin, who suffered a stroke at the age of 39. After a bad experience at hospital, she took her recovery into her own hands, and is now back at work and running at major events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we speak to two stroke survivors from Stockport who are involved with their local charity Stroke Information - John Gilgan and Rhona Bagchi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Carole Pyke who suffered two strokes - the first one at the age of 50. The strokes had a severe impact on her memory, but she has made incredible progress and has continued her work as a motivational speaker and ambassador for A Stroke of Luck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Margery Savin who suffered a stroke at the age of 65. Previously a very active person, she has had to adjust to her new life - but, with the support of her close friends, she has made great progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Sandhy Robinson-Jones, who suffered a stroke at the age of 52. She developed Aphasia as a result of her brain injuries, but has made great progress in her recovery, thanks to the help of her family, her doctors, and the charity Living With Aphasia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Michelle Davenport and her son Max - Max suffered a stroke at the age of 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Jamie Childs from Tucoma, near Washington. Her daughter Kenzie suffered a stroke at the age of 5. Kenzie has made a brilliant recovery, thanks to her involvement in her local dance and pilates studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Nick Clarke, a former footballer who suffered a stroke at the age of 42. He has since set up his own charity, Stroke Information, which aims to help spread awareness and get stroke sufferers in the Stockport area back into work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Donna Iemmiti, who suffered a stroke at the age of 45. Donna's stroke inspired her to reach out and help others, and she's now putting all her energy into helping stroke survivors work through their recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Cynthia Martinez, who suffered a stroke at the age of 34. Being a single mum, she had to rely on her own mother to help look after her young son Bryce. She has since made a remarkable recovery, and is hoping to soon return back to work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Nikki Evans, who suffered 6 strokes from the age of 17. She has made an incredible recovery since her last stroke in 2013, and is now running her own beauty business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Bill Monroe who set up his own podcast after his stroke to help other survivors in their recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Jonathan Hirons, and Paz Hevia Selina. Jonathan suffered a stroke at the age of 69 - he is now using his skills as a film maker to help his local stroke group. Paz's stroke happened when she was 29, and is thinking of setting up her own support group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Joey McAloon, who suffered his first stroke aged 17 in 1975. He continues to recover, but makes regular visits to his local Aphasia group in Exeter, and takes life at his own pace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to TJ Hawkins. TJ suffered a stroke at the age of 38, and had to take a break from work as he recovered. He's now spending his time working on his public speaking, and one day hopes to return as a basketball coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Rebecca Wagner. Rebecca suffered a stroke at the age of 37, and was left with severe emotional traumas that she continues to work through to this day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we talk to Anthony Bryan. Anthony Bryan suffered a stroke at 6 years old, after having surgery on a brain tumour. He has since used sport and fitness to help his recovery, and is working closely with Different Strokes to deliver an exercise class just for stroke victims. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we hear from Vince Holland, who suffered a stroke at the age of 28. An incredibly fit athlete, Vince had to work hard to regain movement on the left side of his body. He is now back in the gym and competing in sporting events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Helen Keramidas, who suffered a stroke at the age of 53. A former hairdresser, she found a new creative outlet in bead making and arts and crafts through a local support group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Craig Pankhurst, a former professional athlete who suffered a stroke at the age of 39. After liquidating his business, he decided to set up the charity A Stroke of Luck (www.astrokeofluck.co.uk) to help other suvivors through fitness and exercise regimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Karen Bragg from Brady in Alabama, who suffered a stroke at the age of 39. Her stroke left her with anxiety and depression, but with the support of her friends and family and through her use of social media, she has made an incredible recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Oliver Lilburn who suffered a stroke at the age of 18. Although Oli's stroke was severe, he never once doubted his recovery or came up against a barrier that he couldn't overcome, and is now thriving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Jessica Fortenberry, who suffered a stroke at the age of 21. Jessica worked hard at home to regain her mobility, and is now focussed on spreading awareness of AVM and stroke in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.