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March 20, 2024 68 mins

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Episode 69 - we welcome Rory Polera to the show to share his story as a young stroke survivor - or as we like to say, "stroke thriver".

Show highlights:

  • Rory Polera shares his incredible journey of resilience and recovery after experiencing multiple ischemic strokes within a short span at the age of 36.
  • Despite the challenges, Rory's determination and support system propelled him through a rigorous rehabilitation process.
  • Rory shares how data tracking played a crucial role in monitoring progress and providing motivation throughout his recovery journey.
  • Rory highlights the need for tailored support for young stroke survivors, as existing rehabilitation programs often overlook their unique needs.

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Show credits:
Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast.

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