After surviving a rare posterior stroke at 35, Nick Farris is helping to expand what people know about stroke signs and why immediate action still matters. On the morning of December 19, 2023, Nick Farris expected his day to begin like any other. Instead, within moments of getting out of bed, something felt wrong. “I … Read more
After her family’s experience with stroke, Miss Vermont 2026 Hannah Roque is using her platform to highlight the importance of knowing the signs and understanding risk factors during Stroke Awareness Month. For Miss Vermont 2026 Hannah Roque, stroke awareness isn’t just her platform; it’s deeply personal. This May, during American Stroke Month, her story highlights … Read more
When Shelbe Hudson had her first stroke at the age of 25, it was the last thing she expected to happen to her. Her initial symptoms were headaches and changes in vision, which she largely dismissed as effects of her job and too much screentime. As the symptoms persisted, she waited. She celebrated the Fourth of July with her … Read more