Motor Neurone Disease
Coverage of Motor Neurone Disease in the Nexus archive.
- Experts flag troubling rise in Huntington's - 'a mix between dementia and motor neurone disease'...and thousands don't know they have it
Experts highlight a concerning increase in Huntington's disease, characterized as a mix between dementia and motor neurone disease, with thousands unaware of their condition.
- What REALLY causes motor neurone disease? The terrifying condition paralyses victims before killing them. Now bombshell research suggests that doing one type of exercise, a missing vitamin and these common chemicals could ALL trigger it…
Research suggests motor neurone disease (MND) may be triggered by a specific type of exercise, a missing vitamin, and exposure to common chemicals. The condition causes paralysis and is ultimately fatal.
- Former England star Steph Houghton reveals she's expecting her first child with her husband Stephen Darby after sharing hopes they could become parents amid his battle with Motor Neurone Disease
Former England star Steph Houghton is expecting her first child with her husband Stephen Darby, following their hopes of becoming parents amid his battle with Motor Neurone Disease.
- Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield will finally be knighted in King's Birthday Honours list for MND fundraising efforts in memory of late teammate Rob Burrow
Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield will be knighted in the King's Birthday Honours list for his fundraising efforts related to Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The recognition is in memory of his late teammate Rob Burrow.
- Brisbane woman who gave lethal medication to husband with motor neurone disease bailed on murder charge
A Brisbane woman was granted bail after being charged with murder for administering lethal medication to her husband, who was dying from motor neurone disease. The husband had expressed a desire not to live if his illness became intolerable, according to court proceedings.
- I was 31 when I was diagnosed with motor neurone disease... four years later I can barely walk or talk. These were the first symptoms I ignored
A 31-year-old individual diagnosed with motor neurone disease four years ago now struggles to walk or talk. The person reported ignoring initial symptoms before the diagnosis.
- Scientists pinpoint new way to predict dementia, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease risk - YEARS before symptoms develop
Scientists have identified a new method to predict the risk of dementia, Parkinson's disease, and motor neurone disease years before symptoms appear. The breakthrough could enable early interventions and improve patient outcomes through proactive monitoring.
- Scientists pinpoint new way to predict dementia, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease risk - YEARS before symptoms develop
Scientists have identified a new method to predict the risk of dementia, Parkinson's, and motor neurone disease years before symptoms appear, offering potential for early intervention. The discovery could revolutionize neurological disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Dancer with MND performs on stage again through digital avatar
Breanna Olson, a dancer with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), used brainwave technology to perform on stage again through a digital avatar, restoring her ability to express emotions and connect with audiences. The technology re-established the artistic connection she had lost due to her condition.
- Theatre and TV star Michael Patrick, 35, dies after battle with motor neurone disease
Michael Patrick, a 35-year-old theatre and TV star, has died following a battle with motor neurone disease. The news highlights his career in entertainment and the impact of the progressive neurological condition.
- Theatre and TV star Michael Patrick, 35, dies after battle with motor neurone disease
Theatre and TV star Michael Patrick, 35, has died following a battle with motor neurone disease. His passing marks the loss of a prominent figure in entertainment.