In a bustling, competitive world, people can sometimes see a simple fact of life as a barrier to success—things like being born poor, or living in a small town, or being female in a male-dominated field. But these certainly were not barriers for Judge Faye Sanders Martin. Born during the Great Depression, Martin was a hardworking Southern woman who became the first female attorney in her county, the first woman appointed to the Georgia Superior Court, and the first woman to be a chief superior court judge in Georgia. Learn her incredibly story, and how she stays active at 85 years old, in this issue.
Age is a major risk factor for stroke, which happens most commonly to those older than 65. But a stroke can happen to younger people as well. That’s why it’s important for everyone to understand the other risk factors and to recognize the signs of stroke that can be seen in most people, regardless of age. Look inside this issue for the essential information you need to know.
