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In reply to the discussion: I want to thank you folks for the overwhelming kindness you have shown me today. (Edit) [View all]66 dmhlt
(1,941 posts)102. You & Yours are in my thoughts ...
I hope that I'm not out of line, but as a physician I think this could be a teachable moment.
Remember that a STROKE can happen to anyone of any age - and if it does, you need to act F*A*S*T ...
There is an FDA-approved clot-buster medication that if given within three hours (maybe four) of the first symptom, may reduce long-term disability for the most common type of stroke.
There are also two other types of stroke treatment available that might help reduce the effects of stroke.
http://www.stroke.org/site/PageServer?pagename=symp
http://www.stroke.org/site/PageServer?pagename=treatment
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I want to thank you folks for the overwhelming kindness you have shown me today. (Edit) [View all]
A HERETIC I AM
Jul 2014
OP
I didn't know until now but peace, strength and healing to you and your family, A HERETIC I AM.
Uncle Joe
Jul 2014
#27
My best wishes, warmest thoughts and deepest condolences to you & your family.
MarianJack
Jul 2014
#30
For death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity. --William Penn
Liberal In Red State
Jul 2014
#60
I am thinking about you and your family at this sad time, AHIA. My mom had
ChisolmTrailDem
Jul 2014
#62
prayers for a peaceful passage for janet, and prayers for comfort and peace for her family
niyad
Jul 2014
#82
A beautiful picture of your mom. She has the look of a very kind and gentle soul. My
LoisB
Jul 2014
#96
Best wishes, A HERETIC I AM. Im just recovering from a subarachnoid aneurysm myself.
NYC_SKP
Jul 2014
#114