by MomJonz | Nov 18, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery
When most people hear the word “stroke,” we typically associate it with risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle. However, strokes can occur due to various causes, some of which are incredibly rare but worth exploring. One of...
by Mamas and Coffee® | Nov 17, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery, Stroke Talks
Carotid artery thrombosis might sound like a mouthful, but it’s an important topic to understand, especially when we’re talking about stroke prevention. What Are the Carotid Arteries? First, let’s break it down. You have two carotid arteries, one on each side of your...
by MomJonz | Nov 17, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery
Have you ever heard of the acronym BE FAST? It’s a simple way to remember the common symptoms of a stroke and act quickly to get medical help. Time is of the essence when it comes to stroke. The longer you wait, the more damage can be done to the brain. So…BE...
by MomJonz | Nov 15, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery, Stroke Talks
Before having a stroke at the age of 43, I really didn’t know what a stroke was. My knowledge of a stroke was that it happened to old people. Or to individuals with high blood pressure or high cholesterol. I thought of a stroke as a medical condition that...
by MomJonz | Nov 14, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery, Stroke Talks
Carotid webbing is a rare vascular condition that occurs when a thin and web-like membrane grows inside the carotid artery. This membrane can restrict blood flow to the brain, leading to a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Causes and Symptoms of...
by Mamas and Coffee® | Nov 14, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Stroke Recovery, Stroke Talks
Imagine waking up one day, knowing exactly what you want to say, but the words just won’t come out. Or maybe you say something, but it’s not what you meant at all. That’s aphasia, a frustrating communication disorder that many stroke survivors face. Aphasia doesn’t...
