Did you know that a stroke can happen to anyone? That’s why The NeuroNerds Podcast is dedicated to raising stroke awareness, especially during Stroke Awareness Month. Join our host, Joe Borges, for a special month-long series of, and tune in to episode 222 as we chat with stroke survivor Kimberly Polanco.

During the episode, Kimberly shares her inspiring journey of recovery and how she processed the trauma and loss that comes with such a life-changing experience. We also learned about how surprisingly common it is for people, like Kimberly, not to know that they’ve experienced a stroke until later, and the importance of having a strong support system for recovery.

Despite the challenges of stroke recovery, survivors like Kimberly show us all the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in to learn more about how you can support stroke survivors and raise awareness about this important health issue.