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Father's Stroke from Sneeze Sparks Awareness Campaign
2/28/2025
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Story summary
- A violent sneeze changed Ian Applegate's life forever. The 35-year-old father from Santa Cruz, California, suffered a stroke due to a vertebral artery dissection. Hospitalized and now in rehabilitation, he shares his story to raise awareness about this rare risk, all while hoping to regain his strength before welcoming his daughter in April.
