February 7, 2008 by Avy.

I received this spam a few minutes ago, but it’s worth sharing. Please read this and hopefully you’ll be able to help if needed.

A neurologist says that if he  can  get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke…totally . He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE
Thank God for the sense to remember the ‘3′ steps, STR . Read and Learn!

Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke .

Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:

S * Ask the individual to SMILE.

T * Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)  (i.e. It is sunny out today)

R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 999/911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

New Sign of a Stroke ——– Stick out Your Tongue

NOTE: Ask the person to ’stick’ out his tongue.. If the tongue is ‘crooked’, if it goes to one side or the other ,that is also an indication of a stroke.

A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this e-mail sends it to10 people; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.

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February 7, 2008 by Avy.

My so-called  morning sickness is driving me insane. I’ve actually resorted to crying (despite the fact that it’ll do no good). I feel nauseated all the time. I take my prenatal vitamin at night. I eat little meals throughout the day. I even sip ginger ale. Nothing works. I was told the doctors usually don’t do anything for you unless you have excessive vomiting (which I don’t) so I may be screwed.

Fuck what you heard, the miracle of birth sucks ass.  I’d rather be punched in the face than be pregnant. Even labour is looking delightful right now. At least that’s 3 - 36 hours and not 14 weeks of wooziness. Not to say the thought of labour doesn’t terrify me, but at least they’ll give you something to help dull the pain.

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