Ruth Wolfe is shown on the left and longtime co-worker and friend, Sharon Sladich, is shown on the right.
The National Stroke Association has selected stroke survivor Ruth Wolfe to share her inspiring story on NBC’s Today Show, which will air May 21, 2015. The story of Ruth’s unexpected stroke and recovery has gained national attention and is being retold to inspire others to learn the symptoms of stroke and act quickly when in doubt. Knowing the symptoms, acting fast, and receiving prompt medical attention saved Ruth’s life.
Ruth never considered herself at risk for a stroke. Like many women, Ruth balances a career and family with an active lifestyle. She exercises, eats healthy, and has never smoked. Despite this, in 2010, Ruth suffered a stroke while sitting alone in her car. It came on suddenly and without warning. As a respiratory therapist at Mercy Medical Center Redding, Ruth recognized the signs of stroke and knew she must act quickly.
Quick action allowed the Mercy Stroke Center Team to administer lifesaving treatment that dramatically reduced the potentially life altering side effects of her stroke. As a five-year survivor who has made a dramatic recovery Ruth encourages everyone to learn the symptoms of stroke and seek immediate medical treatment if experiencing any stroke-like symptoms. “I got my life back,” she shared, “I never thought I’d be able to do the things I do again. I am so thankful.”
-from press release
