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Stroke Doesn't DiscriminateExpert stroke care saves 16-year-old Molly Ogden's life Alison Ogden knew the signs of stroke: drooping face, weak arms and slurred speech. She just never expected to see them in her 16-year-old daughter, Molly. In rural Douglas County, Kansas, Moll...
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Comprehensive Stroke Care and RehabilitationWhen Heather Holliman's daughter, Erika, observed some concerning behavior, she knew whatever was wrong was different from her mom's usual migraine headaches. Her fast actions saved Heather from a hemorrhagic stroke.
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Young Women Reclaim Lives after StrokeUpdates on Madeline Mudd and Molly Ogden following their strokes Stroke doesn’t discriminate, as 2 young women – active, healthy and just 16 at the time their strokes occurred – can attest. Madeline and Molly brought inspiring determination to their...
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A Stroke of Luck Motivates a SurvivorComprehensive care helps a stroke survivor enjoy her life plans "I call it my stroke of luck," Deb Wagman says with a gentle smile. After suffering a major stroke in October 2014, Wagman has a new view of life. With no family history of stroke, Wagm...
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Fast Action Helps Father Survive StrokeWhen Robert Levene, MD, retired from a 40-year career practicing family medicine in St. Joseph, Missouri, he had ideas. A lifelong thinker and learner, he might return to school. He had outlines for books he might write. He enjoyed a trip to the Cal...
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Stroke on Sunday, Home on MondayDenise Taylor, 50, loves to have family – a son, 2 daughters and a granddaughter – around her. She lives in Kansas City, Kansas, with her partner, Shelly Simpson. They share their home with their daughters and granddaughter as well as 3 sweet dogs a...
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Collaborative Care Enables Strong OutcomeTeacher and volunteer deputy, Terresa Roberts, recovers quickly after stroke thanks to her collaborative care she received at The University of Kansas Health System.
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Fast Action, Powerful PartnershipCollaborative teams provide lifesaving stroke care for 8-year-old patient Mason Payne is athletic and competitive, charming and sweet. In late August 2017, he was the guest of honor at a pool party with family and friends, an early celebration of his...
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When Every Minute MattersA stroke is devastating, with an incredibly short window for treatment. Within minutes, brain cells die. Each minute from when symptoms begin until treatment is initiated means more brain damage and the likelihood of permanent disability. Damesha Se...
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Acting FAST Saved Rachael Ferguson Twice in Single DayOn a sunny Monday morning in December 2018, Rachael Ferguson kissed her husband as she left their home in Cameron, Missouri. She dropped their 3-year-old son at daycare and drove to St. Joseph, Missouri, where she worked full-time at her parents' bu...