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At 24, Courtney faced a devastating stroke, temporarily leaving her with half a skull.

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Stroke survivor Michael Reynos

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Michael is determined to beat stroke with his wife by his side.

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Can AI help tackle stroke? Dr. Philip Barber’s research is exploring new ways to catch VCI earlier.
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