Man's 'running injury' was incurable brain cancer
Sean Ryan Sweeney, 31, shares his journey from persistent headaches to a grade 3 astrocytoma diagnosis. He's now raising funds for Brain Tumour Research after gruelling treatment.
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Man's 'injury' was incurable brain cancer
Sean Ryan Sweeney, 31, shares his journey from unexplained headaches to a grade 3 astrocytoma diagnosis and awake brain surgery. He's now fundraising for Brain Tumour Research to help find a cure.
Man, 24, dies of dementia after rare diagnosis
Andre Yarham, 24, died from frontotemporal dementia after an MRI scan revealed a brain resembling a 70-year-old's. His brain is donated to Cambridge research.
Running injury symptom of incurable brain tumour
Sean Sweeney, 31, mistook brain tumour symptoms for a torn ligament. Diagnosed with incurable grade 3 astrocytoma, he's now stable after treatment and fundraising for Brain Tumour Research.
Running injury turns out to be incurable brain tumour
Sean Sweeney, 31, thought he had a torn ligament. Doctors diagnosed an aggressive brain cancer, giving him a decade to live. He's now raising vital funds for research.
Student's 'brain fog' was a hidden pituitary tumour
Ollie Cook, 23, dismissed fatigue and brain fog as university stress. After collapsing, he was diagnosed with a pituitary tumour. Read his story and learn about the warning signs.
Mum diagnosed with Addison's after sleeping through son's birthday
A Scottish mum's extreme fatigue, including sleeping for 24 hours, led to a life-threatening Addison's disease diagnosis after years of being told she had anxiety. Read her fight for answers.
Girl, 4, in Hospital with Rare Brain Condition After Flu
A father from Corby issues an urgent warning after his healthy daughter, Sienna, 4, was diagnosed with Acute Necrotising Encephalitis following the flu. She faces a long hospital stay, missing Christmas.
Teen with unnamed rare condition finds freedom in VR
Mikey Strachan, 13, has an undiagnosed condition requiring 24/7 care. Through the Mirror's Christmas appeal for Lifelites, virtual reality technology lets him play football and explore worlds.
Gran, 95, Wakes in Coffin After 'Artificial Death'
A 95-year-old woman declared dead was found cooking in her kitchen six days later. Doctors diagnosed an 'artificial death'. Read this astonishing medical mystery.
Genome Sequencing Speeds Up Rare Disease Diagnosis in Kids
A breakthrough NHS study reveals whole-genome sequencing provides diagnoses for rare genetic conditions two years earlier, offering families crucial answers and access to care. Read the inspiring story of three-year-old Nathaniel.
Genome sequencing helps diagnose rare child condition earlier
A breakthrough NHS study reveals whole genome sequencing is diagnosing rare genetic conditions in children two years sooner, transforming care for families like Nathaniel's in London.
Man vomits 60 times a day, NHS denies battery funding
Matthew Pascoe, 33, battles gastroparesis, vomiting up to 90 times daily. His life-saving device needs a £15,000 battery, but the NHS won't cover the cost. Read his story and learn how you can help.
Kim Kardashian's Brain Scan Shows 'Low Activity'
Kim Kardashian shares shocking brain scan results revealing 'low activity' and a pre-existing aneurysm, which she attributes to chronic stress from her bar exam studies and divorce.
Student beats rare brain cancer in Christmas miracle
Joscelyne Kerr, 20, feared she wouldn't see Christmas after rare brain cancer diagnosis. Her remarkable recovery through trial drugs offers hope to others.
Terminal teen's final wish granted with Gulf baptism
Caden Speck, 18, battling rare brain cancer, fulfills final wish with emotional baptism in Gulf waters. Community rallies around teen in moving ceremony.
Samia Longchambon's 20-year Raynaud's disease secret
Coronation Street actress Samia Longchambon opens up about living with Raynaud's disease for two decades. Discover her coping tips and how she manages the circulation condition.
Mark Riddell's tearful reveal about daughter's rare disease
Rugby league star Mark Riddell breaks down discussing daughter Ava's Ogden Syndrome, affecting just four children in Australia. Read his inspiring family story.
Boy, 4, diagnosed with rare childhood dementia
A Swansea mum is in a desperate race against time after her four-year-old son Tate was diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome, a rare and terminal childhood dementia.
Scientists Create Most Detailed Brain Atlas Ever Made
Groundbreaking research unveils the most comprehensive cellular map of human and mouse brains, revolutionising our understanding of neurological diseases and treatment development.
Ruth Wilson reveals rare disease diagnosis after 5-year struggle
Emmy-winning actress Ruth Wilson opens up about her debilitating mystery illness and the frustrating five-year search for answers that led to a rare disease diagnosis.
Baby Ezra defies odds with rare condition survival
Meet baby Ezra, the courageous infant born with amniotic band syndrome whose incredible survival story is capturing hearts across Britain after beating overwhelming medical challenges.
UK toddler first in world with unique genetic condition
In an extraordinary medical breakthrough, 19-month-old Oscar Sparrow from West Midlands has been identified as the only person worldwide living with a never-before-seen genetic mutation, offering new hope for rare disease research.
Woman lives normally despite missing brain part
Shocking medical case reveals woman living full life despite missing cerebellum - the brain region controlling motor skills, balance and coordination.
Long COVID symptoms hid deadly heart tumour
A British woman's persistent dizziness and blackouts were initially dismissed as Long COVID, until a shocking diagnosis revealed a rare and potentially fatal heart tumour that required emergency surgery.
Mum with rare dementia forgets children's names
The devastating story of Sarah, a mother with rare dementia who can no longer recognise her own children, as her family fights for access to revolutionary treatment that could save her.
Death in Paradise star's daughter health battle revealed
Ben Miller opens up about his daughter's life-changing diagnosis that forced him to leave the hit BBC series and prioritise family during their darkest hours.
World's shortest man dies aged 27 after inspiring life
Afshin Ghaderian, recognised as the world's shortest man at just 65cm tall, has passed away at age 27 after refusing to let his rare condition define his life's ambitions and dreams.
Child's battle with rare disease stealing her ability to walk
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a young girl from England fighting Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a rare genetic condition threatening her ability to walk and enjoy a normal childhood.
Brain Aneurysm Symptoms: Silent Killer Warning Signs
Medical experts reveal the crucial red flags of brain aneurysms after Kim Kardashian's health scare, potentially saving thousands of lives through early detection.
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