Doctors said she wouldn't survive but this stroke survivor is now walking again

By REVATHI MURUGAPPAN

A physiotherapist at Nasam conducting movement classes for stroke survivors. — Photos: RAJA FAISAL HISHAN/The Star

Amy Yong’s nightmare began on June 15.

The 56-year-old housewife was merrily singing while cooking dinner, when she abruptly stopped singing.

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