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Stroke of insight - Jill Bolte Taylor

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Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor had an opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: One morning, she realized she was having a massive stroke.

What happened when Taylor tried to use the telephone to call for help?

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