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When a Black girl spills chocolate milk on the table, a waitress comes to their table and kicks her and her mother out. Just as they are about to walk away, a group of bikers appears and does the unimaginable.

Elizabeth, a white woman in her mid-30s, and her adopted Black daughter, Zoe, decided to have brunch at the Clover Café, a place known for its warm ambiance. Zoe wanted chocolate milk, and she wouldn’t stop telling Elizabeth about it until she gave in…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Clover Café was one of their favorite spots. It was where they spent many of their weekend afternoons and shared many happy moments. But on that sunny day, something happened that would forever change how they saw their favorite spot.

As they entered the café, the bell above the door jingled softly. Elizabeth scanned around and saw that their favorite spot near the window was taken. She then guided Zoe to an empty table in the middle, and they settled in, excited for their meal.

Zoe, a bubbly six-year-old with curly hair and bright eyes, looked around eagerly. Her giggle, which echoed through the café, was the embodiment of childhood innocence. Elizabeth looked around and noticed that their favorite waitress wasn’t around. Instead, another waitress, Sarah, approached their table with a forced smile.

“What can I get you today?” Sarah asked, her tone lacking the warmth supposed to accompany her greetings. Elizabeth ignored the tone and went on ahead to order a turkey sandwich and a milkshake for herself, and a bowl of Corn Flakes with milk, a banana, and an extra cup of chocolate milk for Zoe. As they waited for their order, Zoe chatted animatedly about her friends and teachers at school, her stories filled with the innocent joy of childhood.

Their food arrived, and they dug in. Elizabeth was happy to see her daughter enjoying her Corn Flakes. While they were still eating, Zoe accidentally knocked over her chocolate milk while reaching for her banana. The glass tipped over, and the brown liquid spilled across the table and onto the floor.

“Careful, honey,” Elizabeth quickly grabbed napkins to clean up the mess. It was a harmless mistake, one that could have been done by anyone and quickly brushed off with a light laugh.

However, Sarah, who had been watching the scene unfold, saw it differently. The waitress stormed over.

“What a mess! You need to control your child!” she snapped, glaring at Zoe.

Elizabeth looked up in surprise, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment.

“This is a respectable establishment,” she hissed, with a scowl that seemed to darken the room.

“I’m so sorry. It was an accident. We’ll clean it up,” Elizabeth said, trying to diffuse the situation.

But Sarah wasn’t having it. Elizabeth wondered why Sarah was making such a big deal about the situation.

“This isn’t the first time she’s made a mess here. We don’t have time for this. You need to leave,” Sarah scolded Zoe.

Zoe’s eyes filled with tears as she looked up at her mother, confused and hurt. Elizabeth’s heart broke seeing her daughter in distress. How could they leave when they hadn’t even finished their meals?

“Please, I’ll clean it up. Just let her finish her food, and we’ll be out. We don’t want to cause any trouble,” Elizabeth pleaded.

Sarah crossed her arms, her expression unyielding. “You heard me. Leave now.”

Before Lily could utter another word of defense, Sarah grabbed Zoe’s arm, pulling her out of her seat. “You’re out,” she declared, pushing the bewildered girl towards the door.

“Mommy, she’s hurting me!” Zoe cried.

Elizabeth looked at Zoe and felt hurt. Her heart broke for her daughter. She knew the spill of chocolate milk on the table wasn’t why the waitress kicked them out. From the way she greeted them upon their arrival, she could tell that the waitress didn’t like them.

This was nothing new for her. Ever since she adopted Zoe, people had looked at her differently. She had seen how people treated Zoe when she slightly left her side and completely changed their attitude when they realized she was her mother. Others would even bluntly ask if Zoe was her daughter or if her husband was a man of color. And when she was with Zoe and her husband, people would ask if Zoe was really their daughter. Such rude questions would annoy her.

Elizabeth had always dreamed of being a mother, but her womb had betrayed her. After years of struggling with infertility, she and her husband decided to adopt. She had always felt a deep calling to provide a loving home to a child in need. Her journey to find a child she could connect with led her to Zoe, a vibrant, curious, and affectionate little girl who had been in the foster care system since she was a baby. At that time, Zoe was only 3 years old. There was no information about her biological parents.

When Elizabeth met Zoe, she knew they were meant to be together. It was love at first sight. Zoe’s infectious laughter and boundless energy filled Elizabeth’s heart with a joy she had never known. Her husband was also charmed by Zoe’s heartfulness. The adoption process was long and challenging, but Elizabeth’s determination never wavered. Driven by her love for Zoe, she was able to navigate the paperwork, the home visits, and the countless interviews with steadfast resolve. When the day finally came for Zoe to move in with Elizabeth and her husband, it was a moment of pure happiness. They threw her a small welcome home party with close friends and family.

The two quickly formed a close bond with Zoe finding comfort and happiness in each other’s company. Elizabeth loved every moment she spent with Zoe, from bedtime stories to morning snuggles. She cherished the small things like Zoe’s giggles echoing through the house and her constant curiosity about the world around her. And Zoe, in turn, loved Elizabeth with all her heart. She received from her the love of a mother, a feeling she had never known till then. Elizabeth promised herself to always love and protect Zoe throughout her life.

Zoe’s cry brought Elizabeth’s mind back to Earth. She stood up, holding Zoe’s hand. “Please do not touch my child. She didn’t make a mess on purpose. It was an accident.” Elizabeth tried to defend her daughter, but it seemed like she was in a fight alone. The other diners just watched in stunned silence, their forks paused mid-air. Nobody helped or showed sympathy to them. Elizabeth’s face flushed with a mix of anger and embarrassment. She knelt down and hugged Zoe tightly, whispering words of comfort into her ear.

“Zoe, darling, don’t cry. The woman didn’t mean to hurt you. Why don’t we go have some ice cream instead? And then after, I can cook you that dish you like. Would you like that?” Elizabeth asked her daughter. She tried her best for Zoe not to feel unwanted.

Zoe nodded, and Elizabeth held her hand, and they began to walk towards the door. She felt humiliated and unwanted, but facing that horrible waitress would only bring more distress to Zoe. Outside, the mid-morning chill nipped at Zoe’s cheeks, her eyes brimming with unshed tears. Elizabeth wrapped her arms around her daughter. The harshness of the world had made her daughter feel unworthy.

Just as they were about to walk away from the café, the roar of motorcycle engines filled the air. A group of bikers clad in leather jackets and helmets pulled up opposite the café. They were members of the local biker club, known for their rough exterior. Their leader, a well-built man named Jack, noticed Elizabeth and Zoe standing outside looking distressed. Elizabeth was comforting Zoe, who was still teary-eyed from the incident inside. Then, one young man, who was Jack’s son, pointed at them and said, “That’s the woman and her child.”

Jack and the biker club, known as the Iron Brotherhood, had always been a close-knit group with a strong sense of justice. Many of the members were retired men who had faced their own struggles in life and were now enjoying their old age. They understood the importance of standing up for those who couldn’t always stand up for themselves. That afternoon, they had just arrived from their usual ride through the town, enjoying the warm weather and the open road when Jack’s son told them what he had just witnessed in the local café.

Jack removed his helmet, revealing a kind face framed by a gray beard. He approached Elizabeth and Zoe, his eyes filled with concern. “Hey, is everything all right?”

Still upset, Elizabeth was grateful for the stranger’s concern and explained the situation to him, her voice shaking with emotion. Jack listened intently, his brow furrowing as he heard about the waitress’s behavior. It seemed that his son wasn’t lying about the situation. Jack felt the surge of anger and a deep need to make things right. He turned to his fellow bikers and nodded.

“We can’t let this go,” Jack said firmly to his fellow bikers. “We need to let that waitress know this kind of behavior won’t be tolerated. Follow me.” READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Jack told Elizabeth, and he walked inside. She hesitated at first, but then the group of bikers marched towards them, and they had no choice but to enter the café, the bikers following behind. They marched into the café, their intimidating presence ensuring that they would be heard. The customers inside turned their heads in surprise as they saw them. Sarah’s face paled. They were all well-built with tattoos and looked rather intimidating.

Jack approached her, his demeanor calm but authoritative. “We’ve heard there was a problem with some customers,” Jack said, his voice steady.

“Problem?” Sarah echoed. She didn’t know who the bikers were and just thought they were people Elizabeth had brought to teach her a lesson. “No, there’s no

problem here,” she said.

“Are you lying to me? Do you know who I am?” Jack asked.

Sarah glanced at Elizabeth and little Zoe. Sarah stammered, trying to find her words. “Um, they made a mess. I asked them to leave.”

Jack’s eyes narrowed. “A child knocked over her drink. There’s no reason to kick them out. We don’t tolerate discrimination here.” The other bikers nodded in agreement, their presence intimidating.

The café’s manager, who had been in his office at the back, came forward, alerted by the commotion. “What’s going on here?” the manager asked, looking between Jack and Sarah. When he noticed Jack, his tone changed. “Hello, boss. To what do we owe this pleasure? Your boy was just here to get the ledgers.”

Sarah and Elizabeth were shocked. Neither of them knew that the café belonged to Jack, the leader of the bikers. Jack explained the reason he was there and the situation, emphasizing the unfair treatment Elizabeth and Zoe had received. Jack had sent his son to pick up the café’s ledger as he always did, and the son had seen everything. He was on his way out when he watched how Zoe accidentally spilled the chocolate milk and how Sarah couldn’t let that go and used that as an excuse to kick them out. He didn’t like how Sarah had grabbed the child forcefully, ready to throw her out. On his way back, he met up with his father and the bikers and informed them of the incident at the café and how he felt sorry for the woman. Without hesitating, Jack and the bikers left where they were and rushed to the café just in time to find Elizabeth and Zoe outside.

The manager, realizing the gravity of the situation, turned to Sarah. “This is unacceptable. You can’t treat our customers this way,” the manager said, his voice firm. Sarah muttered an apology and hurried away, but Jack stopped her.

“Where do you think you’re going? I would like you to apologize to the little girl. You spoiled her day, and she didn’t even get to finish her breakfast.”

Sarah turned to Elizabeth and Zoe, her expression apologetic. “I’m so sorry for what happened. I don’t know what came over me. Please forgive me,” Sarah told the mother and daughter.

Elizabeth accepted the apology, but Zoe couldn’t look at her. She was hurt.

“I’m sorry about that. It will never happen again. Please have a seat, and you can have anything you want. It’s on the house,” the manager told them.

Elizabeth looked at Zoe, who had stopped crying. She asked Zoe if she still wanted to eat there, but Zoe refused. The confrontation earlier had traumatized her.

Elizabeth turned to Jack and his fellow bikers. “Thank you for the nice gesture,” she said, her voice filled with gratitude, “but my daughter and I would rather go somewhere else.”

The bikers smiled. They understood how they felt. It wasn’t easy to go back and pretend nothing happened. As Elizabeth and Zoe walked to the door, the bikers did the unimaginable. They offered to take Elizabeth and Zoe to another restaurant Jack owned a few blocks away, where they would feel comfortable. The meals would be on the house. Elizabeth couldn’t believe it. Tears formed in her eyes as she looked at the strangers who had stood up for them and were willing to make up for the bad service they had experienced. She accepted their offer.

The bikers were pleased that their unexpected intervention brought a sense of justice and warmth to the situation. But they had another surprise in store for them. They offered to take the mother and daughter on their bikes. One of the motorcycles had a gleaming sidecar, perfect for Zoe and her mom. The bikers insisted, their eyes twinkling with warmth and mischief, and Jack reassured the mother that they would go slowly so Zoe would not be scared or in any kind of danger.

Zoe’s face lit up as she climbed into the sidecar, her mother settling beside her. The bikers revved their engines, creating a soft, reassuring roar. They formed a protective circle around the sidecar, their leather jackets shining under the midday sun. As they started the journey, the city came alive around them. Pedestrians stopped and stared, some waving and cheering. Zoe felt safe and special, like royalty, her eyes widened with wonder, and she giggled, waving to curious onlookers. The wind whipped gently through her curls, and Elizabeth, feeling a mix of relief and joy, held her daughter close.

When they finally arrived at the restaurant, the bikers parked their bikes with a flourish, helping Elizabeth and Zoe out of the sidecar. Zoe’s eyes sparkled with happiness, and she gave each biker a big hug, her earlier sadness forgotten. Elizabeth, deeply moved, thanked them profusely. The bikers just smiled, pleased that they had turned a painful day into a magical memory for a mother and her daughter.

One of the bikers had stayed behind to buy Zoe a doll, which he gave to the excited little girl before she walked into the restaurant, her eyes lit up all the way to the restaurant. Elizabeth’s heart swelled with gratitude as she looked at her daughter. These unlikely guardians had turned a moment of sorrow into one of solidarity.

After finishing their meal, Elizabeth thanked the bikers, and she and Zoe left the café. The memory of that day would forever be etched in their hearts. Zoe decided she wanted to go to the park before going home. As they walked to the park, Elizabeth held Zoe’s hand tightly. Now, with the painful incident at the Clover Café behind them, Elizabeth wanted to ensure Zoe understood the value of kindness and standing up against injustice. She began to explain the importance of their experience. She knew that in the future, Zoe would probably experience such incidents, and she wanted her to be prepared.

“You know, Zoe,” Elizabeth said softly, “what happened today was wrong. It’s never okay for someone to treat another person badly because of the color of their skin or any other reason. But we also learned something important.”

Zoe looked up at her mother with wide eyes. Elizabeth loved how her face lit up when she was curious.

“What did we learn, Mommy?”

“We learned that there are good people in the world who will stand up for what’s right, even when it’s not easy, like those bikers today. They didn’t know us, but they saw something wrong and decided to help. That’s the kind of person we should strive to be,” Elizabeth explained, squeezing Zoe’s hand.

Zoe nodded thoughtfully. She looked at the doll the bikers brought her and said, “I want to be like them, Mommy. I want to help people too.”

Elizabeth smiled warmly, her heart swelling with pride. “I know you will, sweetheart. You already have such a big heart.”

Back at home, Elizabeth and Zoe prepared Zoe’s favorite dinner together, the warmth of their home enveloped them, a stark contrast to the cold reception they had received at the café earlier. When her husband came home, Zoe narrated everything that had happened to her father. He was furious, but Elizabeth managed to cool him down. They talked about their day, the kindness of the bikers, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

As bedtime approached, Elizabeth tucked Zoe in, reading her favorite story before kissing her good night. Standing by the window, Elizabeth reflected on the day’s events. She knew that challenges like the one they faced at the café would not be the last, but she also knew that with love and courage, they could overcome anything together.

The next morning, the story of the bikers’ intervention spread through the town. Many were moved by the account of strangers standing up against discrimination. The local newspaper even ran a piece about it, highlighting the importance of community solidarity and kindness. Elizabeth received numerous calls and messages from friends and neighbors expressing their support and admiration. It was clear that the incident had sparked a conversation in the community about acceptance and standing up for one another.

 

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WATCH|| A Man Caught His Wife Red Handed Cheating On Him With Another Man In A Vehicle, See The End

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A dramatic scene unfolded on a quiet suburban street when a man discovered his wife in a compromising situation with another man inside a parked vehicle. The confrontation, which quickly escalated, drew the attention of passersby and sparked heated debates about infidelity and public humiliation.

According to witnesses, the husband, who had been suspicious of his wife’s behavior, followed her after she claimed to be running errands. His worst fears were confirmed when he found her in the embrace of another man in the front seat of a car parked discreetly near a shopping center…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

 

Video footage of the incident, captured by bystanders, shows the visibly enraged husband demanding an explanation as his wife and her alleged lover scramble to cover themselves. The man accused his wife of betraying their marriage vows, while the startled lover pleaded for calm, claiming he was unaware she was married.

The scene quickly went viral on social media, sparking widespread discussions. Some users expressed sympathy for the betrayed husband, while others criticized the public airing of private matters. “This is heartbreaking, but no one deserves to be humiliated like this, no matter the circumstances,” commented one user.

Psychologists and relationship experts weighed in, urging couples to seek counseling to address marital issues rather than resorting to confrontations that could escalate into violence or public spectacle. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>> READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Meanwhile, local authorities confirmed they were not pursuing any charges, as the altercation did not result in physical harm or property damage. However, they urged community members to handle personal matters privately and respectfully.

Infidelity remains a sensitive and divisive topic in society, often leaving deep emotional scars for those involved. While this incident has provided fodder for gossip and memes, it also highlights the complex dynamics of relationships and the pain betrayal can cause.

As the dust settles, the man’s heartbreaking discovery serves as a cautionary tale of trust, honesty, and the consequences of deceit in intimate relationships.

 

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Meet The 3 Men Who Killed Lucky Dube, Why They Killed Him and What Was Done To Them (Photos).

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Fortunate Man began making music when he was extremely youthful. Before 1984, when he began doing reggae, he made some “mbaqanga” records in Zulu and Afrikaans. Peter Tosh affected these melodies. In South Africa, he was the most popular reggae performer. After he met Bounce Marley and Peter Tosh and changed from mbaqanga to reggae, his Disc Detainee turned into the most famous record in South Africa during the 1980s and 1990s.

There were a ton of deals of the Serious Reggae Business assortment in Ghana. He won in excess of 20 honors at home and abroad. He went through his entire time on earth voyaging. It seemed as though somebody was attempting to take Fortunate Dube’s vehicle when he was killed. He was shot around midnight in an area in Johannesburg. He was 43 years of age. Scott Bobb, who works for us, sends us news from that point…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

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Five men were captured according to his demise, and on Walk 31, 2009, three of them were viewed as liable. The three individuals who went after the reggae vocalist said they shot and killed him when they attempted to take his vehicle since they thought he was Nigerian and didn’t realize he was a reggae artist. Police in South Africa say that three individuals shot the well known reggae craftsman as he dropped off his child in the Rosettenville neighborhood of Johannesburg.

Mpho Maruping, a state observer, said that her significant other had conceded to being important for Dube’s bombed seizing and told her what happened to the multi-grant winning genius. The lady told the Johannesburg High Court about the night Dube was shot while driving his child and little girl to school in Rosettenville. Dube’s family was crying behind the scenes. Maruping and Thabo Maruping are hitched. From the outset, he was blamed for killing Dube, however at that point he turned state’s observer.

 

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17 Years Old Slept in His Friend’s House Then He Woke Up to Find Out the Shock of His Life –

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Cody Dietz, a teenager from York, Pennsylvania, was your ordinary adolescent. As a 17-year-old, he enjoyed spending time with his peers and attending sleepovers on a regular basis. As it occurred, he’d been living a normal life until something happened one night that altered everything.

Cody’s mother, Bonnie, attempted to contact her son on his cell phone and inquire as to when he expected to return home, but he didn’t answer the call. When he didn’t return her call after a short period of time, she realized that something was seriously wrong. She tried calling him over and over again, but he didn’t pick up the phone. Bonnie began to feel apprehensive…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

 

More information on Cody’s story can be seen in the following video. Cody’s father’s phone finally rang, but it wasn’t Cody who was on the other end of the line. Cody’s companion informed them that Cody was unable to stand and was murmuring unintelligibly at the time of the incident. While he was holding the phone up to Cody’s mouth, all his father could hear was gurgling noises on the other end of it.

Cody’s parents were aware that something was badly wrong, and an ambulance was dispatched immediately. When the paramedics arrived, they initially thought Cody had suffered a stroke. However, he was later proved incorrect. He was flown to the nearest hospital in a rescue chopper as soon as they discovered him, and it was then that their fears were confirmed.

Dr. Ray Reischwein, the hospital’s neurologist, expressed considerable concern about Cody’s condition, saying, “The timeliness of the diagnosis is critical. Many of the therapies produce the best results when they’re completed within six hours.” Cody’s delay in receiving a diagnosis was approximately 12 hours.

In severe condition, Cody was sent to an MRI scan, which revealed that he had suffered a stroke on the left side of his brain. He only had a 20% chance of surviving the situation because of the amount of time that had gone between Cody’s stroke and his arrival at the hospital. Physicians were forced to undertake a difficult surgery that included the removal of the top of his skull in order to relieve the pressure on his brain. They would also reduce Cody’s body to 33 degrees Celsius or 91 degrees Fahrenheit, which is a process that’s commonly utilized on patients having open heart surgery and brain surgery. The cooling of the body minimizes the amount of oxygen consumed by the brain, preventing brain cells from being killed.

Cody spent three weeks in an induced coma following the procedure, during which time his parents feared for his life. During Bonnie’s time spent by her son’s bedside, trying not to lose hope, she recalled that Cody displayed signs of illness a week before suffering a stroke. He’d spoken slowly and garbled his words, and she’d seen that his limbs were twitching constantly throughout the conversation. The reason for this odd behavior had now been identified.

When Cody was brought out of his coma by physicians, the magnitude of the damage caused by the stroke was immediately apparent. The right side of his body was paralyzed, and he was unable to speak or write anymore. Doctors informed the family that their son’s rehabilitation would take a long time, and that they could not expect him to make a full recovery.

After a few weeks, Cody astonished everyone by regaining his ability to talk, and after two years of hard rehabilitation, he was back to his previous level of fitness. Following his horrific experience, Cody’s dedicated himself to educating other teenagers and their parents about the symptoms that can indicate the onset of a forthcoming stroke. “I wish I’d gone to the doctor sooner, but who knows what could have happened,” Cody said.

It’s also his mother, Bonnie, who’s been working tirelessly to raise awareness about the hazards and symptoms to watch out for. These include a feeling of faintness, facial paralysis, slurred speech, and eyesight issues. “My suggestion to parents is to not overlook any signals that their child may be experiencing,” Bonnie cautioned. “The most significant issue with strokes is that they’re extremely difficult for people to notice. It’s common for people to believe that strokes only occur in older people and to disregard the symptoms when they manifest themselves in younger adults and youngsters.”

The unfortunate irony of this is that doctors have actually detected a rise in the number of stroke cases among teenagers and children, and they believe this is due to an increase in the number of people living unhealthy lives. The fact is that many teenagers smoke, drink, and do drugs in the mistaken belief that they’re immortal. Unfortunately, many of them learn the hard way that they’re not, in fact, immortal.

Hopefully, by raising awareness among youth and their parents about the dangers of stroke and learning to recognize the signs and symptoms, strokes can be avoided or, at the very least, dealt with before it’s too late. The onset of a stroke can occur at any stage.

When Cody Dietz failed to awaken the morning after a party, his pals assumed he was suffering from a hangover and allowed him to sleep. They had no idea that their 17-year-old friend had suffered a stroke that may have resulted in his death, but it happened. The father of his friend contacted me and said, “Your son is stumbling around. Can I call 9-1-1?” Cody’s mother, Bonnie Dietz, recalled the events of July 30th, 2008, when Cody was killed. She explained that the boys had been drinking at another location the night before and had gone to his friend’s house thereafter.

A CAT scan performed at York Hospital’s emergency department revealed that her son had suffered a major left brain stroke. He was airlifted to Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center by Life Lion helicopter, whereas neurologist Dr. Ray Reichwein had no time to waste in making critical decisions on his behalf. “The diagnosis must be made within a specific time frame. Many of the treatments are most effective when administered within six hours. Cody’s delay in diagnosis was close to 12 hours,” said Reichwein, who was unable to administer some of the conventional treatments due to the delay in diagnosis. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Cody’s friend’s lack of knowledge is not uncommon. Most adults, let alone teenagers, are unaware that a teenager can suffer a stroke, according to medical professionals. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, stroke is one of the top 10 causes of mortality among children, and the number of children who die from it is increasing.

Reichwein, head of Hershey’s Stroke Program, said that over the past several years, the usual risk factors—things like obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, smoking, and a more sedentary lifestyle—have become more prevalent in children. Those risk factors are associated with a considerable increase in the rise of a stroke. To make matters worse, most teenagers are unaware of their risk factors, and they’re unaware that certain lifestyle choices, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, using marijuana, or taking birth control pills, can put them at even greater risk of having a stroke, according to Kathy Morrison, manager of Hershey’s Stroke Program.

“Most teenagers are unaware of their risk factors,” she said. “Because teenagers believe they’re indestructible and believe that stroke is mainly a problem for old people, adolescent stroke isn’t even on their radar screen,” according to Morrison, who’s in charge of Hershey’s School Age Stroke Awareness Program.

When Cody’s story is told to kids, they’re very taken aback, she says. “It doesn’t get much more dramatic than this for him.” Cody was suffering from severe brain swelling, and there was nowhere for it to go. In the absence of further intervention, his type of stroke carries an 80% mortality risk, and his was likely close to 100%, said Reichwein, who removed part of Cody’s skull and extended the lining over the surface of the brain to reduce swelling.

Cody was next subjected to therapeutic hypothermia, in which his body was cooled to 33 degrees in order to aid in the survival of injured brain cells and the reduction of edema. After several days, the swelling had subsided to a minor degree. In spite of this, his mother stated, “We weren’t sure whether he would make it for another three weeks. We had a large number of people praying for him. His presence here, I believe, is solely due to the grace of God.”

In the wake of the stroke on his left brain side, Reichwein explained that his speech and understanding were impaired, as was his ability to use his right side and dominant hand. “We have such a positive outcome given the extent of his brain injuries. It’s nothing short of a miracle. I’m not the only one working here. There’s another women in their 20s and 30s who were on the birth control pill are among the young stroke victims seen by Robin Petras, executive and program director at the Central Pennsylvania Aphasia Center in Danville, who says she encounters a significant number of young stroke victims. Taking contraceptives has been linked to a higher risk of stroke than other health risks, in her opinion.

“When someone is young, they don’t necessarily identify the signs of a stroke, especially if they come and go,” according to Reichwein. It’s critical that people understand that strokes may occur at any age and they’re aware of these signs and symptoms, and that they do not disregard them because “time is brain,” as the saying goes.

One of the most common symptoms is a rapid onset of weakness, usually on one side of the body, such as facial drooping or arm weakness. Other symptoms include speech or language difficulties, visual loss or double vision, and a lack of coordination, according to him. A severe headache accompanied by neck stiffness could be an indication of an aneurysm. Heart attacks and strokes are similar in that both include vascular events, but a stroke is different in that it affects the brain rather than the heart, according to Morrison. Because stroke is not painful, people may choose to wait for the symptoms to subside, but this is the worst thing they can do.

Stroke may be prevented in 80% of cases if risk factors are controlled, according to Morrison, who believes that education is extremely crucial. Cody, now 21 years old, and his mother, who live in Lower Windsor Township, York County, share their experience with new workers at the medical center and at hospital grand rounds. Their story is also featured in a movie that’s presented at school in health fair presentations across the country.

“Don’t disregard any signals your youngster may have,” Bonnie Dietz advises parents. “This could be a TIA or mini-stroke,” according to Reichwein. Ignoring a TIA for three months increases the risk of stroke by 20%, according to Reichwein. Cody had multiple variables that put him at risk for a stroke while not having obvious warning signs. A pinhole in his heart and a genetic clotting issue were all hidden from him. He also drank that day during the party. “I wish I’d seen a doctor before my stroke, but who knows?”

Cody had to relearn everything from walking and talking to eating and writing throughout his five-week hospital stay and three-week rehabilitation stay. He still has three weekly sessions of PT, OT, vision, and aqua. Cody struggles to express himself, frustrate him every day, but he remains optimistic that he being present was a plus. His mom is always supportive.

“What has God promised you?” I constantly ask Cody. “Absolutely,” Cody said. “It’s happening.” Thanks for watching.

 

 

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