Son of a Bricklayer

May 1st, 2024 Post on Know Stroke Blog- by David Dansereau Throughout my 17 years of stroke advocacy work, May 1st has always had special meaning. On May 1st 2007 I woke up at Mass General Hospital (MGH) in Boston to a clear head for the first time in almost a year since my stroke …

Breaking the Silence: Living with a Stroke

🗣️ It’s Time we Talk about This Silent “Late Effect” of Stroke 🧠 Let’s shed light on a topic that often gets overlooked: the stigma surrounding strokes. As someone who has personally experienced this journey, I understand the challenges and the misconceptions that come with it. It’s time to break the silence and start a …

Generation Unhealthy: The Growing Threat of Heart Disease and Stroke Risk Factors in Young Adults

We Can Prevent This Cardiovascular Threat Damaging Hearts and Injuring Bright Minds But We Need to Double Down and Start Early with Education, Screening and Prevention Efforts for Children and Adolescents at Increased Risk. David Dansereau,MSPT- Author Body in Balance Here’s Why: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have long been associated with older age groups. However, recent …

2023 American Heart Association Stroke Hero Award

Please Cast Your Vote for Mike Garrow from the Know Stroke Podcast! Vote for Mike Here! Announcement Featured on the latest Know Stroke Podcast Bonus Episode > Listen Now! About the AHA/ASA Voters’ Choice Hero Award and How to Vote for show co-host Mike Garrow The Voters’ Choice Hero award nominee link to vote for …

What You Might Not Know About Afib (Atrial Fibrillation)

Know All Your Risks- Check Out Our Latest Know Stroke Podcast where we spotlight Afib and a new technology that is using voice to save lives! Listen to This Episode Now! As we close out September, you might not know it is also Afib Awareness Month. Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is the most common irregular heartbeat …

Meet Ralph Preston: Founder of Stroke Buddies

Know Stroke Podcast Episode 31 Interview with Ralph Preston Founder of Stroke Buddies Know Stroke Podcast Episode 31-Ralph Preston Listen to Ralph’s Podcast Episode on Know Stroke Show Co-Hosts Michael Garrow & David Dansereau About our Guest: After a stroke in his 50’s, Ralph Preston leveraged years of professional video experience to continue to do …

New Podcast: Meet Henry Hoffman of Saebo

Know Stroke Podcast S4E3 Listen to This Episode Now! On this episode we were joined by Henry Hoffman,MS,OTR/L co-inventor and co-founder of Saebo, Inc. We were introduced to Henry through Dr. Carolyn Brown, a previous guest of the podcast in season one. Saebo, Inc. is a medical device company primarily engaged in the discovery, development and commercialization …

At this moment of realizing you are having a stroke, we all have this one thing in common

In this post: A spotlight on Hailey Bieber’s “mini”stroke (TIA or transient ischemic attack) and PFO Closure. What is this condition and what caused her stroke? In her video, “telling my story” Hailey shares: What were her stroke warning signs, acting FAST, her stroke score, testing and diagnosis (bubble echo study, and trans cranial doppler), …

A Call to Action for the American Stroke Association and International Stroke Conference: Don’t Charge Survivors for Educational Sessions from ISC!

I just finished registering for an upcoming recorded session from the International Stroke Conference on Post-Acute Rehabilitation After Stroke: Getting It Right The American Stroke Association for the second year now is offering this educational service for stroke survivors as part of Stroke Connection, marketed as an “Educational Program for Stroke Survivors, Caregivers and Other …

Stroke Recovery and The Power of Team and Coach

-One Smile Can Begin a Friendship- -One Hope Can Raise our Spirits- -One Act Can Inspire a Movement- -One Touch Can Show You Care- Full Interview Available Now on the Know Stroke Podcast S2E7 There is power in being one team working together. The power of the group becomes one. We dive into this topic …