As I've mentioned elsewhere on this site, I love reading. I love it so much that I went and got a Bachelor's degree in English and I am now pursuing a Master's in English as well. I have created a separate space for myself to engage with my reading and writing so that I can keep this space focused on disability advocacy. So, if you would like to connect with me there, or check out my reviews on disability books, visit www.annasamsonwrites.wordpress.com and follow me @annasamsonwrites

June is Stroke Awareness Month in Canada. Late last year, my dad had a stroke. His face was drooping, he had weakness in his arms (more so the right arm), and couldn’t speak. Specifically, he had a basal ganglia ischemic stroke. It must’ve happened in his sleep and by the time he got to the hospital, the 6 hour window for interventions had already passed.

My name is Laurie Proulx and I have lived with a chronic condition for most of my life. For the last 15 years, I have been active as a patient partner in research. On March 21, 2025, I am presenting t...

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