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December 21, 2017 started off just like any other day. I work up early, worked out and then got ready for work. I did have a headache for two days prior and was taking Tylenol, but my headache was not so bad that it stopped me from my normal routine. While at work, I noticed I was having to concentrate just to walk and there were tiny spots in my vision. Then I started having trouble controlling my left hand. I tried to touch my finger to my nose and I missed about 9 out of 10 times. This was

August

2018

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I graduated from York St John in Sports science and injury rehabilitation, and went straight into a job doing brain rehabilitation (yep, ironic I know!). Between finishing school and getting a job I got engaged (to Alex), and managed to get a flat with my best friend so I could stay in York. Amazing. Fast forward 4 months. Normally at work I run around like a hot-arsed fly (s'cuse the term, but it's true), but I was doing the bare minimum. I had a sinus headache, I shrugged it off as I normally

August

2018

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I was finally discharged from hospital yesterday after my stroke and am so glad to be home in my own bed. There were a few moments when we thought I’d never be allowed to leave as the tests kept getting delayed. Sometimes I felt that I should have been discharged and then return as an outpatient to have the testing done and not sure whether some other patients who had arrived after me were being seen before me but I tried to be patient (haha) and understanding as usual. Suffice to say it was

August

2018

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On April 6, 2016 I had a stroke at 44 years old. It was one of the most terrifying experiences I’ve ever had. The feeling of the right side of my body going numb and not being able to properly communicate was just awful. I will never forget it. My little girl immediately knew something was seriously wrong and called an ambulance and the neighbors. I believe she saved my life. The MRI later showed that I had already suffered a stroke prior to the stroke I had on April 6, so I’m a two-time stroke

August

2018

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My name is Courtney, and I am a 23 year old explorer, beach bum, motivator, daydreamer, foodie, frequent flyer, bookworm, girl boss, radiator of good vibes, caffeine dependent life form who lives for the simple things. I was born with muscular dystrophy, which has greatly impacted how I navigate my world. However, despite the challenges I face, my disability never stopped me from living my dreams, striving for success and happiness. Transferring to the University of Tampa was a great

August

2018