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Stroke Survivor Advocates Awareness Ahead of World Stroke Day

10/23/2025

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Tim Van Horn, a stroke survivor from Bremerton, Washington, speaks ahead of World Stroke Day on October 29 about his recovery and recognizing stroke signs with F.A.S.T.
He notes a hemorrhagic stroke in 2014 left some limitations but did not end his travel passion.
The American Stroke Association says strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death in Washington and calls for public awareness and rapid action.

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Tim Van Horn, a stroke survivor from Bremerton, Washington, speaks ahead of World Stroke Day on October 29 about his recovery and recognizing stroke signs with F.A.S.T.
He notes a hemorrhagic stroke in 2014 left some limitations but did not end his travel passion.
The American Stroke Association says strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death in Washington and calls for public awareness and rapid action.