Health/Stroke Recovery—
Stroke survivors and doctors say the key to recovery is patience and optimism.
During a stroke, blood vessels become blocked or burst, depriving certain parts of the brain of oxygen.
Precious Guan, who lives in the city of Cerritos in Los Angeles County, is a former nurse who suffered her first stroke at age 28 and a second a few months later. She had trouble walking and swallowing, but nine years later, she has made significant progress and urges patients to stay the course. Guan has regained mobility and can now participate in mile-long Heart Walks…