Woman who mistook stroke for hangover runs 10k to thank medical team

Francesca Murray signed up for the 10k to raise funds for Cork University Hospital Charity to thank medics at the hospital for helping to rebuild her life (Robbie Reynolds)

A mother-of-two who mistook a stroke for a hangover is gearing up for a 10k to thank the medical teams who helped her reclaim her life.

Dublin hairdresser Francesca Murray, 45, suffered paralysis on her right side and lost her ability to walk but has gone from managing a few steps by her hospital bed to training for next month’s Women’s Mini Marathon.