All news on the topic: Motor neurone disease

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RTE legend Charlie Bird dies after devastating Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis
The legendary broadcaster shared his heartbreaking battle with the disease since his diagnosis in 2021, recently admitting his health is "in a much worse situation".
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Coronation Street exit date 'sealed' for Paul as he reaches worrying milestone
Coronation Street will air devastating scenes next week as Paul Foreman - played by Peter Ash - deteriorates ahead of his sad death later this year
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'I was misdiagnosed as terminally ill with six months to live'
Paul Gill, 65, from West Yorkshire, was given the choice of dying at home or in a hospice after beingd told he had Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in June last year -but his diagnosis was a mistake
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Princess Anne hails Rob Burrow after legend raised millions for charity
Princess Anne was today welcomed to the home of Leeds Rhinos, where Rob Burrow spent his entire 16-year career winning multiple trophies and personal accolades
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First Dates couple hope to break intimate taboo after Corrie inspiration
Inspired by a plotline in Coronation Street, Mike Sumner, who has MND, explains how he wants to show the reality of the disease, but also how a loving and intimate relationship is possible
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Rob Burrow's wife say they are 'blown away' by designs for centre they funded
Lindsey Burrow reacted with delight at the final plans for a motor neurone disease treatment centre in Leeds, which will include shared spaces for families, a central courtyard and activity areas
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Paul Foreman's heartbreaking exit confirmed in Corrie as favourite leaves
Paul Foreman will die in tragic scenes on Coronation Street, with the heartbreaking moment sent to air sooner than fans might think
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Rob Burrow to be recognised at Super League Grand Final with trophy gesture
The player of the match award at this year’s Super League Grand Final will receive the Rob Burrow Award, with the legendary Burrow the first to win the trophy twice
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Motor neurone disease symptoms you should never ignore - including weight loss
On television tonight, Lindsey Burrow opens up about caring for Rob Burrow, who has motor neurone disease. There is currently no MND - but getting an early diagnosis is essential for getting help and learning how to deal with the condition during every day life
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Lindsey and Rob Burrow's moving love story from teen sweethearts to strict rule
After former Rugby League player Rob Burrow was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019 and given two years at most to live, his wife Lindsey became his 'superhero' carer
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Rob Burrow takes racing involvement to new level as patron of fundraiser
The rugby league legend, who suffers from Motor Neurone Disease, will help raise money for other good causes with the Good Racing Company
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'I thought symptoms were too much coffee but truth was much worse'
Nicola McFarlane, 47, first noticed a tingling, shaking feeling throughout her body. She also had a slight loss of function in her hands when they were cold. Nicola had started a new job at the time so put the changes down to the extra stress and drinking more coffee
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WW2 veteran, 100, follows Captain Tom's lead with huge charity challenge
Lance Corporal Harold Jones, a World War Two veteran who lives in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, has been doing laps of his back garden 30 times every day since 2020
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Moment Rob Burrow's daughters practice curtsies before meeting Prince William
Rob Burrow and his best friend Kevin Sinfield were presented their CBEs at Headingley Stadium today by Prince William, with Rob's daughters spotted practising their curtsies
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William jokes with Rob Burrow about unflattering nickname after getting apology
In his first official royal engagement of 2024, Prince William visited the Headingley Stadium in Leeds, where he met with rugby league legends Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield, who have bravely been raising money and awareness of motor neurone disease
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Corrie fans 'haven't stopped crying' after heartbreaking Paul and Billy scene
Coronation Street aired heartbreaking scenes for Paul Foreman and Billy Mayhew on Tuesday night amid Paul's motor neurone disease (MND) diagnosis
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Big Brother's Imogen Thomas devastated as she shares heartbreaking news
The reality show icon has decided to share her own heartbreaking family news in order to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease and to help others cope with similar news
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Every Brit named in Jeffrey Epstein list from Stephen Hawking to Naomi Campbell
Newly unsealed documents containing the names of people that may have come into contact with the late sex offender, who died in 2019, include a number of high-profile Brits
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Inside Rob Burrow's health battle from first symptoms to brave wish for family
Ever since being diagnosed with motor neurone disease, rugby league legend Rob Burrow has been dedicated to raising vital funds and will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy
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Kevin Sinfield should have been given knighthood - nobody deserves it more
Kevin Sinfield is an iconic in the sporting world and his efforts raising funds to help pal Rob Burrow, who suffers from Motor Neurone Disease, should've been rewarded with a knighthood
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Sinfield and Burrow recognised in New Year's Honours for MND charity work
Kevin Sinfield and Rob Burrow have both been awarded CBEs in the New Year's Honours list, with Lionesses stars Millie Bright, Mary Earps and Lauren Hemp and cricketers Stuart Broad and Marcus Trescothick also honoured
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New Year Honours list in full from Mary Earps and Leona Lewis to Paul Hollywood
Mary Earps, Millie Bright and Lauren Hemp joined diverse figures from Sajid Javid, Tim Martin, Tony Blackburn and the Archbishop of Canterbury on the New Year Honours List
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Coronation Street's Paul makes devastating plea to Todd as he deteriorates
Paul Foreman is entering his final months on Coronation Street and he has asks Todd Grimshaw to do something he really shouldn't - and it leads to even more problems
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Mum who was yawning 100 times a day told it's symptom of a devastating illness
Merseyside mum Nickie Davies began feeling exhausted after suffering from Covid and was yawning 100 times a day before doctors confirmed she in fact had Motor Neurone Disease
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Corrie fans delighted as character makes emotional Xmas return after teary exit
Coronation Street fans were left delighted to see one character make an emotional Christmas Day return after their teary exit earlier this year