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My Story as a Stroke Survivor

Published about 2 years ago • 1 min read

May is Stroke Awareness Month​

My Story as a Stroke Survivor

Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death for adults in the United States and the leading cause of disability. I know all of these stroke facts because I had to learn them the hard way.

NBA All-Star Paul George Shares a F.A.S.T. Way to Identify Signs of a Stroke

When Paul George was only 6 years old, his mother Paulette suffered a stroke that left her practically bedridden for two years.

Tips for Managing Your Blood Pressure

In the past 2 years, high blood pressure has nearly tripled among men ages 20 to 44. These numbers are unacceptable and we must change this trajectory. Here are a few things I’ve done to lower my blood pressure (Bonus recipe for Salmon Poke Bowl)

Tips for Managing High Cholesterol

At one of my regularly scheduled doctor’s visits, I discovered my bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol) numbers were too high. My doctor prescribed a statin and encouraged me to make significant lifestyle changes.

Upcoming Events

Visit Gulf Coast Cosmos Cosmos Comics for Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 4th.

The Lupus Foundation of America - Texas Gulf Coast will hold its Walk to End Lupus Now on Saturday, May 3rd at Texas Southern University.

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