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Comedian Maddy Anholt dies of brain cancer, aged 35

Comic had her own Radio 4 series, and appeared in TV comedies including Sunny D, Jerk, and The Emily Atack Show

The Guardian - UK

California school district reaches record $27m settlement after teen’s bullying death

Diego Stolz, 13, died from a brain injury in 2019 after he was beaten up by classmates at Landmark Middle School

The Independent UK

How Spiders Can Transfer Mercury Contamination To Animals

Mercury poisoning can lead to digestive problems and even to kidney or brain damage in animals.

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Menopausal women often turn to doctors who know little about the symptoms – here's what needs to change

Menopause typically occurs at some period between the ages of 46 and 52. Preceding this transition, hormonal changes can cause a myriad of physical and psychological symptoms, such as hot flushes, brain fog, mood swings and a loss of libido.

The Conversation

Maddy Anholt dead: TV star passes away following rare brain cancer battle months after daughter’s birth

The BBC star and charity campaigner was diagnosed with the disease after giving birth to her daughter

Evening Standard

Maddy Anholt death: BBC star and charity campaigner dies from ‘rare and aggressive brain cancer’, aged 35

Anholt was diagnosed with cancer after the birth of her daughter Opal in 2022

The Independent UK

Family Calls For Research Funding After Toddler Died Of Rare Condition

“It’s shocking how little is known about this disease, and how under-funded research into brain tumors is.”

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Migraine treatment ‘brings new hope’ for those with condition

The soluble wafer stops the release of a protein around the brain.

The Independent UK

Does running water really trigger the urge to pee? Experts explain the brain-bladder connection

We all know that feeling when nature calls – but what’s far less understood is the psychology behind it. Why, for example, do we get the urge to pee just before getting into the shower, or when we’re swimming? What brings on those “nervous wees” right before a date?

The Conversation

52-year-old Syed Parveez’s organs donated

Syed Parveez, a 52-yr-old Mysuru resident, declared brain dead after a road mishap, had his liver, kidneys and heart valves harvested and donated to eligible recipients. 877 multi-organ donations and 2,352 tissue donations have been made in Karnataka since 2007, showing the impact of organ donation on saving lives. Donating…

The Hindu

Do new Alzheimer's drugs actually help?

Fast-track approval of three risky drugs intends to slow the disease, but evidence they benefit patients is shaky

Salon

Jean Boht, star of sitcom Bread, dies aged 91

Actor’s Bafta-winning composer husband died of brain tumour weeks beforehand

The Guardian - UK

Concussion: what it is and how sports science is making rugby safer

Two decades ago there were only two criteria used to diagnose concussion. Jon Patricios, a sport and exercise medicine physician and co-lead author of the latest international consensus statement on concussion in sport, discusses the science of head injuries and some of the protocols adopted by World Rugby to make…

The Conversation

Sister of roofer left in coma after pub fight accuses High Court of ‘playing god’ with his life

Exclusive: Andy Casey’s family believe he still responds to pain and his favourite music but have lost a High Court battle to keep him alive

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'Lake Ness Monster' injects life and colour into skate park

The 'Lake Ness Monster' is the brain child of school kids injecting some colour into the skate park.

The Times of India

Optical Illusion: A true rugby fan can spot the missing ball

This is a visual test designed to assess your ability to spot details in a scene. With the ongoing Rugby World Cup, which will conclude on October 28, 2023, the Instagram account "Betway Sport" has created a brain teaser featuring fans enthusiastically cheering during the game. In this image, your…

Evening Standard

Man left with bleed on brain after savage London Bridge assault

Victim left with bleed on brain after being punched and kicked in the head last month at London Bridge station

The Independent UK

Olympic medallist accused of lying about cancer to delay trial

Eric Lamaze allegedly lied about having metastatic brain cancer

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Dementia risk is linked with size of white blood cell telomeres: Study

Researchers found that shorter telomeres on the ends of white blood cell chromosomes may indicate an increased risk of dementia. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Sister’s anger as family loses battle to keep fight victim on life support

Mr Justice MacDonald said tests showed that Andy Casey, 20, of Mitcham, south-west London, was dead

The Independent UK

Family of man with brain injury plan appeal after judge rules treatment can end

Mr Justice MacDonald said evidence shows Andy Casey, 20, who was injured in a fight in July, has died.

The Independent UK

The money is helping families now – Penny Watson praises new dementia fund

The Brain Health Fund, set up by the PFA and the Premier League, has made £1million available to support affected ex-players.

The Independent UK

Judge says doctors can stop treating man who suffered brain injury when punched

Mr Justice MacDonald said tests showed that Andy Casey, 20, of Mitcham, south-west London, was dead.

The Times of India

What are cannabis's long-term effects on the brain?

There are some risks associated with long-term marijuana use. Cannabis use is not at all desirable because it is likely to have detrimental effects on the user's mental health and wellbeing. One should be aware of the side-effects of cannabis even though they may differ according to the individual, the…

The Independent UK

Scientists reveal everyday pleasures that elevate brain performance

A group of researchers looked at a new NYU Tandon School of Engineering study involving MindWatch a brain-monitoring technology - here’s what they found

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