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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Luke O'Reilly

Jeremy Paxman’s doctor noticed presenter’s Parkinson’s on University Challenge

PA Media

Jeremy Paxman’s doctor diagnosed him with Parkinson’s disease after noticing that he was less “exuberant” on University Challenge, the veteran broadcaster has revealed.

The former Newsnight presenter said the diagnosis came when he was in hospital after collapsing while walking his dog.

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