EPISODE 13
Stroke Awareness and Infinity War Processing Part 1
Episode Notes
Summary
WARNING: Spoiler alert! In this episode, The NeuroNerds are talking all about their feelings, reactions and favorite parts of *Avengers: Infinity War*. It’s also Stroke Awareness Month which is really important especially to host, Joe who suffered a hemorrhagic stroke almost two years ago. Joe and co-host Lauren will be offering some advice and tips on how to spot a stroke early on and what to do if you or someone you love is experiencing a stroke.
Topics Discussed in this Episode
- Joe and Lauren’s feelings, reactions and reviews of Avengers: Infinity War
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Lauren’s beloved Loki died and she cried 60% of the movie
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Sometimes Lauren wishes there wasn’t so many comedic quips downplaying the dramatic parts in Marvel films
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Joe an Lauren discuss Stroke Awareness Month
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Signs of a stroke and F.A.S.T. – steps to follow to determine if someone is having a stroke and what to do
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Signs of Joe’s stroke and how they weren’t all obvious so it’s important to call 911 just to be safe even if you aren’t sure if you are having a stroke
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Health app on the iPhone – list emergency health info, list pre-existing conditions
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NeuroNerd night at the movies – Joe loved seeing Lauren’s reactions Infinity War
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The acting in Infinity War was on point. Lauren and Joe are glad Elizabeth Olsen gave up on accent for Scarlet Witch. Plus Joe also lost his accent like Scarlet Witch. He’s from Brooklyn like Captain America.
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Several facts and statistics about strokes are covered
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Thanos winning was all Peter Quill’s fault – Spiderman almost had the gauntlet off when he hit Thanos for killing Gamora
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Theme of Infinity War – we don’t trade lives, one life vs many
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Be a stroke hero – if you feel like you’re having a stroke act fast at the first sign of stroke. 80% of strokes are preventable. Watch your blood pressure, eat healthy, keep stress levels down and go to the doctor for regular check-ups.
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The importance of maintaining healthy blood pressure – Average healthy blood pressure is 120/80. Regular exercise, meditation and eating well will lower blood pressure.
Transcript
Co-hosted
Editor
Marcellus Wesley
About the Guest
Octavia’s life changed dramatically when she found out she had a rare congenital brain disease, characterized by a cerebral arteriovenous malformation. This went unknown until it hemorrhaged in 2012. Luckily, she survived to tell her story. Octavia currently lives and works in Chicago and is active in the survivor community. She created the blog – nomadicaffeine.com – to highlight “life after” for young survivors.
💡Fun Fact:
For a long time, I wouldn’t drive with my right shoe on.
🤓Nerdom:
Books & Music!
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