neurone

Exposure to pesticides sprayed on fruits, vegetables and other plants could increase the risk of devastating motor neurone disease by up to 70 per cent, a study has found. Those who work with the chemicals, such as farmers, are…

It is a terrifying, rapidly fatal condition that destroys the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, robbing sufferers of their ability to move, eat and eventually breathe.Motor neurone disease – known as MND – affects 5,000 adults in the…

Footy legend Neale Daniher has died aged 65 after a long battle with motor neurone disease.His passing was confirmed on Monday, with his family releasing a statement confirming the tragic news.'We’re heartbroken to share that our…

Monitoring changes to proteins that live in the gut can identify people who are at a greater risk of neurogenerative diseases, according to promising new research.In a major new study - published in the journal Gastroenterology - experts…

Rob Burrow's father, Geoff, has died aged 74 after a 'period of ill health' following his and his rugby legend son's tireless campaign for motor neurone disease.The Leeds Rhino star passed away nearly two years ago at just 41 from motor…

Just 12 hours of intensive physical exercise could raise the risk of deadly motor neurone disease (MND), one of the UK's top neurologists has claimed.Earlier this week, England rugby legend and World Cup winner Lewis Moody shocked fans…