Dementia at 24: Man leaves brain to science
Andre Yarham, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia at 22, has donated his brain to research at Addenbrooke's Hospital. His story highlights the cruel, age-blind nature of the disease.
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Man, 24, leaves brain to science after dementia death
Andre Yarham, diagnosed with dementia at 22, has donated his brain to Addenbrooke's Hospital for research. His mother hopes it will help others facing this cruel disease.
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.
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.
Man, 24, dies of rare dementia after late diagnosis
Andre Yarham, 24, passed away from frontotemporal dementia after an MRI scan showed his brain had severely aged. His story highlights the need for dementia research and early diagnosis.
Family of UK's youngest dementia sufferer, 24, donate brain
The family of Andre Yarham, 24, who died from frontotemporal dementia, have donated his brain to NHS research in Cambridge to help find a cure for the cruel disease.
Family donates young man's brain to dementia research
The family of Andre Yarham, 24, who died from early-onset dementia, have donated his brain to Addenbrooke's Hospital. They hope it will aid research into a cure for the devastating disease.
Family donates brain of 24-year-old dementia victim
The family of Andre Yarham, who died from early-onset dementia at 24, have donated his brain to science. His mother hopes it will help find a treatment for the 'cruellest disease'.
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.
Five strangers saved lives in 2025 with heroic acts
In 2025, five ordinary Britons performed extraordinary acts of bravery and altruism, saving strangers' lives. Read their incredible stories of rescue and donation.
Tinnitus symptom leads to brain tumour diagnosis
Darren Harris lived with tinnitus for years before a routine check uncovered a serious brain tumour. He underwent £35k gamma knife surgery and now, 10 years on, campaigns for vital research funding.
Tinnitus led to inoperable brain tumour diagnosis
Darren Harris, 59, was told he had tinnitus for years before a hearing test revealed an inoperable brain tumour. He's now fundraising for Brain Tumour Research a decade after his diagnosis.
Tinnitus led to incurable brain tumour diagnosis
Darren Harris, 59, discovered his tinnitus was caused by an inoperable brain tumour. After pioneering £35k gamma knife surgery, he shares his story to fundraise for Brain Tumour Research.
Pensioner donates £750k to save village church from demolition
A 91-year-old man in France has stunned his community by donating his entire £750,000 inheritance to restore his local church, securing its future for 150 years. Read this heartwarming story of legacy and generosity.
Grandmother's brain tumour misdiagnosed as depression
Pamela Cook, 65, died months after her dizziness was dismissed as depression. Her family is now fundraising for Brain Tumour Research to improve glioblastoma detection and treatment.
Grandmother dies after dizziness misdiagnosed as depression
Pamela Cook, 65, died from glioblastoma months after her symptoms were mistaken for depression. Her daughter now campaigns for brain tumour research.
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.
Woman's double vision revealed inoperable brain tumour
Abi Smith, 30, initially dismissed her double vision as flight fatigue. It was a symptom of a glioma brain tumour. She now campaigns for Brain Tumour Research.
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.
Brain Development Atlas Offers Hope for Autism Treatment
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford creates first-ever comprehensive atlas of mouse brain development, revealing critical windows that could transform understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions.
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.
Brain scientist's extreme obsession with his own research
A leading neuroscientist's extreme dedication to science led him to test his own brain stimulation theories on himself, resulting in a fascinating case of scientific obsession.
Jesse Eisenberg's altruistic kidney donation stuns fans
Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg makes extraordinary altruistic kidney donation to complete stranger, sparking vital conversation about organ donation in the UK
Dark Chocolate Boosts Brain Power, Study Finds
Groundbreaking research suggests daily dark chocolate consumption may significantly improve memory and cognitive function within just three months.
Jesse Eisenberg donating kidney to stranger
Hollywood star Jesse Eisenberg reveals he's donating a kidney to an anonymous recipient, calling it 'the most exciting thing' he's ever done in moving personal interview.
Woman fined £300 for charity donation in council crackdown
A compassionate woman faces a hefty penalty from Westminster Council for attempting to donate her late mother's possessions to charity, sparking outrage over council enforcement practices.
Jesse Eisenberg donates kidney to stranger
Actor Jesse Eisenberg reveals extraordinary act of altruism, donating kidney to unknown recipient in moving personal story of human connection.
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