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Waterman is backing the charity’s calls to increase national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million per year.

An unhealthy diet and an indolent life are well known causes of heart disease and stroke. But sleep apnoea – where people temporarily stop breathing while asleep because their airway collapses – is also a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

The condition is a rapidly progressive neurodegenerative disorder leading to wasting, paralysis and eventual death from respiratory failure.

The success of healthcare depends on accurate diagnosis, as misdiagnosis can lead to severe consequences like incorrect treatment, unnecessary procedures, or death. Technological advancements like AI are reshaping diagnostic processes by improving accuracy and enabling faster, more reliable results.