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Young doc hit by MND starts epic walk in memory of Rob Burrow and Doddie Weir

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Young doc hit by MND starts epic walk in memory of Rob Burrow and Doddie Weir

A doctor who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease aged just 34 will set off on an epic eight-day hike across England on Saturday. Luke Hames-Brown, a GP from near Oxford, is walking 84-miles along Hadrian’s Wall to raise funds for research into the incurable condition in memory of Rob Burrow and Doddie Weir. The … Read more

What is MND and all the early warning signs to look out for

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What is MND and all the early warning signs to look out for

Rob Burrow, the Rugby League legend and campaigner, has tragically died at the age of 41 after a four-year battle with motor neurone disease (MND). But what really is MND? Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a progressive neurological condition that affects the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscles. MND leads to muscle weakness and … Read more