Katina Rankin shares what life after a stroke really looks like when the hardest parts cannot be seen, and why her purpose remains stronger than ever.
Mississippi author Katina Rankin transforms the anniversary of her stroke into the launch of Moo and Two, a heartwarming children’s book that teaches empathy, inclusion and the beauty in disability.
Stroke survivors say early symptoms are often mistaken for stress or exhaustion.
Doctors urge people to learn the FAST warning signs.
This article is part of an ongoing Stroke & Patient Advocacy series documenting Katina Rankin’s personal experience navigating Mississippi’s healthcare system. by K. Monroe Carter/Permission Granted by Katina Rankin It’s warm — unexpectedly warm. Yesterday, I spent most of the day in bed. Healing will do that to you. Today, though, I made it outside….
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