by Mamas and Coffee® | Nov 22, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Survivor Stories, Stroke Talks
In this article, I’m going to give a quick overview of the types of stroke. Remember, a stroke is a brain attack, a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. If you suspect someone is having a stroke or you are experiencing symptoms, call 911...
by MomJonz | Nov 21, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Survivor Stories, Stroke Talks
Have you heard someone talk about a mini stroke? Also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). A mini stroke is a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain.It’s what I call a WARNING that indicates an increased risk of a...
by Mamas and Coffee® | Nov 17, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Survivor Stories, 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 15, 2025 | Stroke Awareness & Survivor Stories, 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 & Survivor Stories, 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 & Survivor Stories, 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...
