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Living with MND: how a form of 'acceptance therapy' is helping me make one difficult choice at a time

As a new drug offers a glimmer of hope for a small percentage of people with motor neurone disease, Professor of Psychology Eva Sundin offers an extraordinary insight into what it is like to be diagnosed with this frightening condition – and how a form of psychological therapy is helping…

The Conversation

Inside China's fight over the future of zero-COVID

Samuel Ren is sick of zero-COVID.

Reuters

Five early signs of pancreatic cancer as man battles disease for a second time

After having pancreatic cancer twice, Charles Czajkowski is dedicating the rest of his life to raising awareness of the early symptoms

The Independent UK

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Relief and worry as major Chinese cities ease COVID curbs

Further easing of COVID-19 testing requirements and quarantine rules in some Chinese cities was met with a mix of relief and worry on Friday, as hundreds of millions await an expected shift in national virus policies after widespread social unrest.

Reuters

14 symptoms of pancreatic cancer you’re most likely to ignore

A pancreatic Cancer UK specialist nurse outlines easy-to-ignore signs of the disease

The Independent UK

Primary school pupil dies in Wales of Strep A

Group A streptococcus is known to cause scarlet fever, throat infections and, in very rare cases, invasive disease.

Evening Standard

New Alzheimer's drug shows modest slowing of early disease progression

Scientists are cautiously optimistic about the promise of an experimental drug shown to modestly slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease in some patients.

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Welsh primary school pupil dies after contracting invasive Strep A infection

A group of people have been told to contact their GP if their child develops symptoms following the tragic death of a pupil at Victoria Primary School in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan

Wales Online

Experimental Alzheimer's drug shows promise – but there are many hurdles still to overcome

The first drug that can slow the rate of decline in Alzheimer’s patients has been found. The experimental drug, called lecanemab, is an antibody that targets the toxic clumps of amyloid protein associated with the mind-robbing disease. While these results are cause for celebration, there are still significant questions about…

The Conversation

Mini bio-devices could help TB patients stick to their treatments

Imagine the scenario: you’ve been told you have a disease that will kill you. But, the doctor adds, your life can be saved if you diligently take your medication. Don’t skip a day, don’t skip a dosage. Soon, however, you discover that the medication has a slew of side effects,…

The Conversation

How parents can play a key role in the prevention and treatment of teen mental health problems

More than 44% of teens reported persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness in the first half of 2021, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The early 2022 report, which was based on an online survey, also found that nearly 20% had seriously considered suicide,…

The Conversation

Woman's dog fighting for her life after picking up 'rat disease' on walk

The Dachshund contracted Leptospirosis and is now vomiting and not eating.

Daily Record

Scotland's political leaders pay tribute to Doddie Weir at Holyrood

Nicola Sturgeon pledged to do all she can to find a cure to motor neuron disease.

The National (Scotland)

Doddie Weir memorial service planned with Scots asked to wear tartan at celebration of rugby legend

The former Scotland player died at the age of 52 last week after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2017.

Daily Record

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Kentucky HIV/AIDS care advocacy groups recognizing the 35th World AIDS Day

Since 1988, December first has been a day designated to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS. The executive director of AVOL Kentucky is Jon Parker. He said looking back on how this disease impacted Kentuckians is a key part of World AIDS Day each year.

Daily Mirror

Pet owner warning as dog fights for life after contracting rat disease on walk

Natalia's dog fell ill after going on a walk and is now fighting for her life after contracting a deadly disease spread by rats.

The Independent UK

Female monkeys prioritise friends and ‘actively reduce’ social circle as they age, study finds

It may be safer to stick with existing friends to minimise conflict and reduce disease transmission

The Guardian - UK

Rob Burrow to be first non-verbal person to read CBeebies bedtime story

Former rugby league player, who has motor neurone disease, will use eye-controlled computer

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Wales Online

Alzheimer's breakthrough: Simple urine test can diagnose condiction years before symptoms

Drugs fail to halt the condition because they are administered too late

Daily Record

Stephen Robinson says St Mirren will do all they can to protect players' health amid brain disease fears and discusses friendly plans

The Buddies will have to restructure their training schedule after the SFA introduced new guidance to limit the amount of heading practice players undertake.

Wales Online

Dog fighting for life after catching disease on walk in the park

Ula the Dachshund has been placed on life support

The Independent UK

14 symptoms of pancreatic cancer you’re most likely to ignore

A pancreatic Cancer UK specialist nurse outlines easy-to-ignore signs of the disease

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow to read CBeebies Bedtime Story using computer

The former Leeds Rhinos scrum-half suffers from motor neurone disease and uses a computer to communicate

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow to break new ground as he reads CBeebies Bedtime Story using computer

The former Leeds Rhinos scrum-half, 40, suffers from motor neurone disease and uses a computer to communicate.

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re left to die of snake bites, hunger, disease’: Somalia’s people of the drought – a picture essay

Drought, hunger, conflict and rampant inflation have pushed about 130,000 people into camps around Galkayo in central Somalia. Many arrive with children suffering acute malnutrition only to face a new set of dangers

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