Woman shares important message after she woke up unable to move…
Viral News Article
UNILAD (LADbible)
Emily Brown

20-year-old Canadian athlete Brook Aleksic became completely paralyzed within hours due to a rare spinal stroke. Now her family shares an urgent message about donating plasma and supporting her expensive recovery (UNILAD, July 4 2025).
https://www.unilad.com/news/health/canada-student-brooklyn-aleksic-paralyzed-message-457318-20250704
Viral news piece: Highlights the “important message” from Brook’s family after she woke up one morning and, within 2 hours, was completely paralyzed from her neck down. Recaps Brook Aleksic’s thriving life (UVic high achiever, curling doc star) before the sudden transverse myelitis attack. Emphasizes the call for plasma donation – notes she’s had 14 plasma exchanges requiring ~175 donors – and includes Brook’s own note urging eligible people to donate blood/plasma in her honor (“Look for ‘Brook’s Plasma Pals’ at blood.ca”). Also covers the GoFundMe aims (covering wheelchairs, transport, home care) and quotes how Brook “continues to amaze us… always thanking every person… her spirit is unshaken”. Concludes with how readers can donate (link provided).
Donate To Support Brook
Brook’s journey will be long and costly. She has been transported to Vancouver to begin intensive rehabilitation and needs specialized equipment and home modifications
How Your Support Helps
Funds from her supporters will help with:

