Podcasts about motor neurone

Claire Downey-Smith chats to JP about her Motor Neurone diagnosis as fundraising events take placeiDonate - Caring for Claire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The MTU Innovation Challenge 2025 has once again demonstrated the transformative power of student-led innovation, as interdisciplinary teams from across the globe came together to tackle real-world challenges posed by local, regional, and international organisations. Over the course of the last eight weeks, 11 teams of students from across Munster Technological University's six campuses in Cork and Kerry collaborated with their peers from Ud'A University in Italy, Murang'a University of Technology in Kenya, the University of Skövde in Sweden, and the University of Crete in Greece. Together, they engaged in solving a diverse range of innovation challenges supported by expert mentoring and training in design thinking and stakeholder engagement. Each team worked closely with real-world organisations to develop creative, practical solutions to problems currently affecting those organisations. The teams were supported by a group of volunteer mentors from across MTU without whom the challenge would not be possible. This year's participating organisations come from a wide variety of sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, assistive technology, AI, and nonprofit services. Challenges ranged from implementing AI solutions for business process automation to designing accessible healthcare devices to improving sustainable farming tools and community engagement platforms. Students tackled projects including the development of an AI-powered supply chain tool for tech firm Aspen Grove, the design of a paediatric syringe driver lockbox for Cork University Hospital, and a reimagined neck support brace for Motor Neurone patients at Marymount Hospice. In the nonprofit and community space, students designed an interactive app for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind to engage users in a service dog's journey, contributed to a digital portal for clients at the Crann Centre, and explored improvements to solar-powered irrigation systems and data platforms with Kenyan start-up SowPrecise. Carole O'Leary, who spearheads this initiative at MTU, said: "These projects are not hypothetical scenarios, these are real issues facing organisations right now. What's remarkable is how our students rise to meet these complex challenges with such creativity, empathy, and professionalism. The benefits are two-fold: the organisations gain fresh perspectives and potential solutions, while students gain hands-on experience and the confidence to innovate in the real world." To mark their achievements, two standout teams were each awarded a €1,000 prize for their innovative and impactful solutions: Team Marymount 1 and Team SowPrecise 1. All students participating in the challenge received a Digital Badge in recognition of their engagement, collaboration, and contribution. From a stakeholder perspective, the benefits were evident. "The MTU Innovation Challenge has been such a highlight for me this year, and it is so exciting and rewarding to work with the students at MTU," said Orlaith Leo, Leo Senior Physiotherapist at Marymount Hospice. "To put my clinical head together with their creative minds has been so valuable, and they've come up with some brilliant ideas I could never have imagined." Gemma Leo, Business Support and Project Manager at the Crann Centre, shared similar praise: "The apps that we saw were absolutely beautiful - so a massive congratulations to the students. I can totally see that if we can get them built, our clients would use them." The 2025 challenge welcomed the most academically diverse group to date, with participation from both undergraduate and postgraduate students across a wide range of disciplines. These included programmes in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, Software Development, Computing, Creative Digital Media, Animation and Visual Effects, Business Information Systems, International Business, Marketing, Economics, Data Science and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, User Experience and Service Design, Electrical and Electronics...

Limerick man, Johnny Gaynor joins Joe to discuss his plan to solo walk the Camino, fundraising for those suffering from Motor Neurone disease and honouring his late wife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PJ chats with Bryan and Charlotte about his Motor Neurone journey. You can help Bryan here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Further discussion on water discolouration on the city northside – the issue is being raised again today in Dail Eireann – we speak with those affected April is 'Rosacea Awareness Month', and here in Ireland we are among the worst sufferers of this unpleasant skin condition – A skin expect joins Patricia We catch up with Liam and Carol Liston O'Connor following a weekend of fundraising – we find out how treatment is going for Carol who is suffering from Motor Neurone disease Gardening advice with Peter Dowdall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a true story of courage and resilience. Alison's life was changed forever when she discovered two lumps on her neck in April of 2023 and later had these diagnosed as Non-Hodkins Lymphoma. Despite this news, she was so inspired to raise awareness and funding for another disease, motor neurone disease (MND), that she continued running and training throughout her chemo treatment. Alison finished her treatment last August and is now continuing her fundraising efforts while training forto complete her first ever marathon this May. This is the story of an incredibly courageous and patient runner who has faced significant adversity but come out the other side determined to continue bettering herself and show other runners that you should never give up. You'll hear all about how Alison won her fight against cancer, including topics such as: How Alison was motivated by her husband to first start running What it's like to run through chemotherapy cancer treatment Why Alison is so passionate about inspiring others and raising funds for MND And you'll learn more about Alison's future goal of officially completing a marathon after becoming a cancer survivor Alison is a perfect example of how running can change lives for the better and she told us that she hopes this episode helps other runners going through similar experiences.  Donate to Alison's fundraising page for Motor Neurone's Disease Association Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community  RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week's show brought to you by: MAS Iron Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races.  Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance. The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize. In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed. But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance. By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market. In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%. Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase. Previnex Joint Health Plus Joint Health Plus from Previnex is clinically proven to reduce joint pain, joint stiffness,and improve joint flexibility in 7-10 days.  In fact, it is clinically proven to be up to 5 times more beneficial than glucosamine and chondroitin alone or in combination. I saw immediate results when I started using Joint Health Plus and that's why I reached out to Previnex to see if we could put together an offer for you guys. If you're suffering from joint pain or simply want to get a jump start on protecting your joint health as you get older, head to runnersconnect.net/joint and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% on your first order.

The Far Right turn up to pro-Palestinian AND anti-Semitic protests across Europe - whose side are they on?Plus: Iceland gets ready for a volcanic eruption..And we hear a Motor Neurone disease sufferer speak in his own voice…3 years after losing itYour daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On todays episode of Family Flowers Only I talk to Alison Finnegan, wife of the late Anthony Anto Finnegan, beloved former Antrim GAA footballer and Captain. In 2012 Anto was diagnosed with Motor Neurone disease, a disease he bore with great courage strength and bravery. Along with his family he worked tirelessly to raise awareness and funds of MND. Anto sadly passed away in 2021 at the age of 48. Alison and I spoke about the shock of diagnosis, the daily losses that come with MND, the devastation of having no treatments available to help with MND and how she feels Anto is always with her. (Please be mindful we discuss difficult topics such as terminal illness, mental health, death) You can find Alison on Instagram @wander_lust_xox and on their website www.determnd.com You can follow Kathie on Instagram @griefireland For more information on Grief Retreats visit www.griefireland.com If you enjoyed this podcast please don't forget to Subscribe Follow and Rate and Share it with your friends and I will speak to you next time

Gheibh mu 200 duine ann an Alba dearbhadh gach bliadhna gu bheil iad a' fulang le tinneas Motor Neurone no MND. Tha Shona NicDhòmhnaill air a bhith a' còmhradh ri Chrissie Laing ann an Uibhist a thaobh mar a tha ise a' dèiligeadh leis an tinneas.

Limerick solicitor Jerry Twomey has set himself the challenge of running 10km in all 32 counties of Ireland during the month of July in memory of his dad John who passed away from Motor Neurone disease he will be in the North East this weekend Sinead caught catch a word with him, Hazel Mullins our vet from Highfield veterinary clinic had lots of great advice for dealing with dry eye in dogs. Scientists have proven something Sinéad has known all along there is such thing as being Hangry, plus forget channel hopping Sinead has you covered with her top TV recommendations See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A new obesity wonder drug has come on the market.part-time fire fighters are struggling to find full-time jobs.Michael English tells us of a new charity single in support of Charlie Bird and Motor Neurone disease.New clinics are to open for the treatment of endometriosis.Joe Heffernan has advice on how to deal with loneliness See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Cariad talks to Kristoffer Hughes. Kristoffer is not only a writer, he is also a death services professional, a Druid and a Drag Queen, the perfect Griefcast guest. Kristoffer spoke to Cariad about his little sister who died when she was twenty-two of SUDEP, his Nain (grandma) who died this year and his Dad - as well as his work in mortuaries and at funerals. As ever we talked grief. about her mum, who died of Motor Neurone disease whilst they were estranged. As ever we talk grief, tethering down pain + the privilege of being part of the end of a narrative. You can follow Kristoffer on twitter @kristofferHugh2You can follow the Griefcast on Twitter + Instagram @thegriefcastGriefcast is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios (or Cariad's living room in lockdown), artwork is by Jayde Perkin and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone.Rose D'or Nominee 2019, Podcast of the Year 2018, Best Podcast ARIA's 2018.Apple Podcast Spotlight pick for October 2021"the pandemic's most important podcast" TelegraphSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Cariad talks to grammy-nominated singer + actor, Yola (Stand For Myself, Sister Rosetta Tharpe in the forthcoming Baz Luhrmann Elvis biopic) about her mum, who died of Motor Neurone disease whilst they were estranged. As ever we talk grief, boundaries + Linkedin.You can follow Yola on twitter @iamyola and instagram @iamyolaofficial. Her new album Stand For Myself is available to buy and stream now (and is brilliant).You can follow the Griefcast on Twitter + Instagram @thegriefcastGriefcast is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios (or Cariad's living room in lockdown), artwork is by Jayde Perkin and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone.Rose D'or Nominee 2019, Podcast of the Year 2018, Best Podcast ARIA's 2018.Apple Podcast Spotlight pick for October 2021"the pandemic's most important podcast" TelegraphSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

S'mae... Dych chi'n gwrando ar Pigion - podlediad wythnosol Radio Cymru i'r rhai sy'n dysgu ac sydd wedi dysgu Cymraeg. Tomos Morse dw i, ac i ddechrau'r wythnos yma …” SIWRNA SIONED Siwrna Sioned, sef rhaglen arbennig am ferch arbennig o Lanrug ger Caernarfon. Cafodd Sioned Roberts ddiagnosis o'r clefyd Motor Neurone yn 2006. Mae hi am ddefnyddio pob cyfle i rannu ei phrofiadau er mwyn helpu rhai eraill sydd â'r un clefyd. Dyma hi'n sgwrsio gydag Aled Hughes… Clefyd Disease Ymlaen llaw Before hand Iesgob! Goodness! Sylweddoli To realise Cryfder Strength Magwraeth Upbringing Ymchwil Research Triniaeth iachâd A cure Ymwybyddiaeth Awareness Cyfryngau cymdeithasol Social media SIOE SADWRN SHELLEY A RHYDIAN Ie, fel d'wedodd Aled, roedd Sioned yn gryf, yn ddewr ac yn onest yn fan'na wrth drafod ei phrofiadau hi o'r clefyd Motor Neurone. Rhodri Owen oedd gwestai Shelley a Rhydian ar y Sioe Sadwrn a buodd e'n sôn am yr adeg pan aeth i gyfweld Matthew Rhys am y ffilm A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood. Ond doedd cael cyfweld Mattthew ddim yn ddigon i Rhodri, roedd e am gael gair gyda seren arall y ffilm, sef yr actor enwog Tom Hanks. Lwyddodd e i wneud hynny tybed? Dyma fe'n dweud yr hanes… Dewr Brave Cyfweld To interview Rhes A row Anhygoel Incredible Yn llythrennol Literally Tueddiad ofnadwy An awful terndency GERAINT LLOYD Stori anhygoel gan Rhodri Owen am sut lwyddodd e i gael cyfweliad gyda Tom Hanks. Cafodd Geraint Lloyd sgwrs gyda'r gyrrwr ralio Elfyn Evans ar ôl iddo fe ennill Rali'r Ffindir - y Cymro cyntaf i wneud hynny. Enillodd y gyrrwr o Ddinas Mawddwy, ger Dolgellau naw o 19 cymal y rali heriol yma, ac ennill pum pwynt bonws drwy ennill y cymal olaf. Ffindir Finland Cymal Stage (of race) Heriol Challenging Yn fwy diweddar More recently O'r cychwyn cynta From the very start Ychydig o fantais A slight advantage Yn dywyllach darker Gwastad Level Tymheredd Temperature Cyn ised â As low as BETI A'I PHOBL Ac mae hi'n dal yn bosib i Elfyn ennill Pencampwriaeth Rali'r Byd, felly pob lwc iddo fe. Buodd Beti George yn sgwrsio gyda'r fenyw fusnes Sioned Llywelyn Williams, ac yn y clip nesa mae Sioned yn sôn am ei chyfnod yn byw yng Nghaerdydd pan oedd hi'n ifancach, ac yn esbonio pam ei bod wedi dod yn ôl i fyw i Lanuwchlyn yn Ngwynedd, sef yr ardal ble cafodd hi ei magu… Pencampwriaeth Championship Ifancach Fengach Wastad Always Bwrlwm Buzz Am gyfnod For a period Cydnabyddiaeth Acknowledgment Eithriadau Exceptions Broydd Region Yn fwy cyffredin More prevalent Faswn i'n tybio I'd imagine DEWI LLWYD Sioned Llywelyn Williams oedd honna'n falch iawn o fod yn ôl yn Llanuwchllyn. Roedd stori dda gan westai pen-blwydd Dewi Llwyd sef Nia Roberts. Stori oedd hon am yr adeg Nia wedi mynd am glyweliad i chwarae rhan merch Owain Glyndŵr mewn ffilm ar gyfer S4C. Y cyfarwyddwr James Hill oedd yn gwneud y penderfyniad ac roedd Nia yn reit hyderus gan mai ei thad hi, J O Roberts, oedd wedi cael ei ddewis i chwarae rhan Owain. Pwy well felly na Nia i chwarae rhan ei ferch? Ond nid felly aeth hi, fel cawn ni glywed yn y clip yma… Clyweliad Audition Cyfarwyddwr Director Hogiau Bechgyn Diarth (dieithr) Strange Cynhyrchu To produce Trafodaeth A discussion

Welfare mitigation, and Carers Covid grants; Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick and Clare Anne Magee of Carers NI, are with Linda to discuss the delays on the extension of the existing welfare mitigation schemes, and much needed carers funding. BBC News NI's Political Correspondent Jayne McCormack also shares her insight into the delays. Listener Ruth shares her story of the reality of caring for her two young children who have autism and complex needs. Jane also takes a look at what we need if we are holidaying in the Republic. Plus, the case of the lost Irish passport; listener Jennifer came to On Your Behalf after trying to help her granddaughter get her first passport earlier this year. She can't trace it, after getting as far as the "Inward Office of Exchange" in Dublin. And we listen again to Lorraine with Motor Neurone, who, with the help of Law Centre two years ago, went to court to challenge the legal definition of a terminal illness and won. This week Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey, stated she plans to extend terminal illness provision in social security benefits. Plus, Spokesman for the Law Society Brian Archer, discusses new legislation that will significantly increase the amount of compensation payable to seriously injured plaintiffs in Northern Ireland with life changing injuries. Email: OnYourBehalf@bbc.co.uk

Celtic Soul Podcast Episode 67 with More than 90 Minutes, Editor Andrew Milne chatting to Fergus DowdFergus Dowd is the Chairperson of the Patrick O'Connell Memorial Fund.. He has written for numerous publications including More than 90 Minutes, United We Stand, Beyond The Last Man, Póg Mo Goal, Nutmeg, and Football Pink. He is also the host of “A road less travelled podcast”The conversation picks up again with Fergus telling his personal journey and how he became involved in telling the Patrick O'Connell story and how he played his part. His father called him after attending a talk on the Spanish Civil War and asked him did he ever hear of Patrick. The answer was No. While cycling around football grounds to raise money for his friend's charity, Scott Bell who sadly died of Motor Neurone disease. Scott played for Blyth Spartans and a game was arranged between the Spartans and FC United. Fergus arranged to get Patrick O'Connell's family to come and tell the story to those attending the game. After hearing the story Fergus was emotional and started writing to players to get them to sign jerseys to raise funds to give Patrick the resting place he deserved. Bertie Auld got the Lisbon Lions to sign a jersey, along with Roy Keane and others.He then took the story back to Belfast and a mural was commissioned. In the summer of 2015 the mural was unveiled and Bertie Auld and John Clark attended along with hundreds of others before the story continues back in his hometown of Dublin where a plaque was unveiled in Patricks memory and an event was held in the Mansion House with the help of the then Lord Mayor of Dublin, Christy Burke to honour Patrick. The story continues when a commissioned Bust of Patrick was brought to Real Betis and now sits in the club museum. An incredible story, of how ordinary football fans brought the forgotten story of Patrick O'Connell to the World and how their hard work would lead to a 2 hour film to get the story out to a bigger audience Worldwide about the Irish man who saved Barcelona.Fergus chats also about his involvement in the Tony Gregory exhibition in Dublin. Tony was an Independent politician in Dublin's inner city and fought many fights for working class people. The conversation continues about Irish footballers who have travelled around the globe to play football, some successful, some not and some stories end in tragedy. Follow Fergus Dowd on Twitter @PatricioFundFollow Andrew Milne on Twitter @AndrewMilne12Playout Tune performed by Clare Cunningham https://www.clarecunninghammusic.com/Episode Sponsors A Football FanMore than 90 Minutes Issue 114 Print Edition & Digital Edition is now on sale Click Link to buy Print or Digital Edition https://celticfanzine.com/product-category/new-issue/More than 90 Minutes Celtic Fanzine Subscription Detailshttps://celticfanzine.com/product-category/monthly-print-subscription/This Episodes Listeners Offer: Sale on selected Merchandise & T-Shirts https://celticfanzine.com/shop/If your business or CSC like the Podcast and would like to become a sponsor please email us at info@celticfanzine.com. You can also contact us through the website or message us on social media. Further ListeningAll Podcasts available on all Platforms or click link belowhttps://celticfanzine.com/podcasts/Follow Us FB https://www.facebook.com/Mt90MTwitter @celticfanzineInsta celticfanzineLinkedIn More than 90 Minutes Episode 67 was Produced by Ronan McQuillan Twitter @RojoEnemiesIf you would like to support our Independent Celtic Fan Media Platform you can become a Member, Subscribe, Buy or Donate for the Price of a Pint. Your Support helps us continue to produce Daily News & Articles, Weekly Newsletter, Weekly Podcasts, Monthly Fanzine, Video Content & Live Shows.https://celticfanzine.com/join-us/https://celticfanzine.com/product-category/monthly-print-subscriptionhttps://celticfanzine.com/shop/https://celticfanzine.com/donations-page/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode explores advanced neurological conditions with Palliative Nurse Consultant Diane Laverty. Diane has over 30 years experience in palliative care and spent time in her doctorate exploring informal carers needs when looking after those with progressive neurological conditions. Motor Neurone, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis conditions are discussed, common symptoms and potential exacerbations are covered and the wider social implication on family and carers are discussed. Further reading: - Motor Neurone Disease Association https://www.mndassociation.org - Parkinson’s Foundation https://www.parkinson.org - Multiple Sclerosis Society https://www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/what-is-ms - Oxford Handbook of Palliative Medicine (2019) We hope you enjoy the episode.

The community of Flinders Island is rallying around a local farmer whose been diagnosed with MND

Today Dead Man's Coat Day Thirty four of the Spanish Lockdown, the sometimes amusing, diary of a Brit in southern Spain under the 'Alarma' - normal life has stopped.   To find out more:  https://www.thesecretspain.com Day 34 Dead man’s coat   It is day 34 of our Spanish lockdown and the day started fractious, we bickered about something or other, so I took the three good legs cat for his walk to get some space.   We are very, very lucky in that we have more than 150 square metres of terraces and even a narrow mountain garden that separates us from our neighbours.   I have a workshop down in the pool room and Chris has his gym area up behind the garage.  It allows us to stay home but enjoy some space.  My favourite space that I also share with the cat, is our little voice studio that sits behind the house, between the mountain and the back wall.   I have spent most of the day sticking back the acoustic tiles that were removed for the electrician when we had our building work done.  Again this is not an easy process. I use contact adhesive glue to stick the tiles.. so had to source that from Amazon, but it came in about four days.   Last night I watched the YouTube channel “Doing it Ourselves” about a family who are slowly restoring the magnificent French Chateau De La Basmaignee.  They are having similar challenges and now can only do work with what they have around them, making the best use of things that are in their workshop, left over wood stain, re-purposing and cutting sand paper to fit the sander.   Weirdly it has actually made their channel even more watchable, the place is extraordinary, filled with old paintings and antiques, but also many rooms are in a stately ruin. There was a bit where they had to shovel tons of pigeon shite from the attic, celebrating by raising up their cherry picker to the top of the roof and attaching the Chateau flag to the flag pole.  It looked very dangerous, very good TV.   I find myself more and more vicariously living my life through others.  I guess being trapped inside for most of the time I am longing to get out, go to the shops, eat at a restaurant, do all the normal social things again.   We watched Foxes Afloat, two guys on a narrowboat who are having to move to get water.  The whole of the British canal system is on Lockdown and you can only move your boat for essential reasons. But their channel is, well normal, but hugely enjoyable.  Colin one of the guys on the narrowboat has a natural talent for photography and his drone shots over the rolling English countryside are spectacular.   I try very hard to make the weekends different, spending less time on the internet and getting out in the garden or, today repurposing an IKEA unit for our little studio.   We learnt today that one of our colleagues from LBC had died of Motor Neurone Disease.  I dearly loved Steve Butterick he was one of the most affable men I have ever met and more laid back than Dylan the rabbit in The Magic Roundabout.   He had a soft laughing face, just like Dylan too. Somehow he contrived to take the whole of Wimbledon off from work every year, he loved tennis and used to go and work for Radio Wimbledon the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club’s own radio station.   He was also one of the most frugal men I have ever met.  We were once working together and he told me he had seen a carpet in pretty good nick in a skip outside some business or other.  He decided to return later in the evening and retrieve it.  It nearly killed him pulling out the carpet from the skip and then he had to drag it back home.. and then laid it in one of his rooms.   Another time he turned up in a very natty suit.  “Where did you buy that suit?” I asked “From a charity shop.” He replied.  Now this would have been the 1990’s before Charity Shops became cool.    I said it looked like a drug dealers’ suit.  “Funny you should say that as I think I have found a bullet hole in it.” He was joking but there was a very suspicious hole right by the breast pocket, I would imagine the work of a moth.     Motor Neurone is a foul disease, Chris’ mum died from it, her demise was quick.  It began by her having trouble swallowing food, it ended with her in a wheelchair.  Mercifully she died in hospital of a heart attack.   Death and of course taxes are inevitable we hear today that the Spanish Prime Minister does not think bars or restaurants will begin operating until the end of this year.  It all sounds a bit bleak again, but there is hope from the 26th April he will allow children out to exercise and play, if anything the children have shown us adults how to behave, they have stayed at home drawn rainbows, sent messages of love and support to the vulnerable, sung songs and embraced the virtual world that we now live in.          

.......Jinky Johnstone, voted the greatest Celtic player of all time, a wee red haired wizard, a Lisbon Lion, the equal of Best, sadly passed at 60 with Motor Neurone!

In this episode I cover facial nerve palsy.If you want to follow along with written notes on facial nerve palsy go to https://zerotofinals.com/medicine/neurology/facialnervepalsy/ or the neurology section in the Zero to Finals medicine book.This episode covers pathophysiology, presentation, types, diagnosis and management of facial nerve palsy. We talk about upper versus lower motor neurone lesions.The audio in the episode was expertly edited by Harry Watchman.

Welcome to #AUnitedCity - the official Peterborough United Podcast. On our third episode we are joined in the studio by Aaron McLean who discusses what made him come back to the club in a coaching capacity and how he is finding it back at The Posh before taking on our new missing players feature. We also hear from club legend Tommy Robson after his sad diagnosis with Motor Neurone disease. Club captain Mark Beevers then chats to us about his perfect dinner party and why the Cheesecake Factory is his location of choice. If you have any feedback or want to get involved in the podcast, please email media@theposh.com.

Happy Women's Day to you all. Seeings as it is International Women's Day, which celebrates us females in all of our individuality. We have a look at the careers of Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Isabel Allende It's only fitting that we speak about some things that affect a significant amount of families. Jodi (the founder of the diverse ragdoll brand Clarkes Closet) is our guest of honor this week and she has shared her experiences surrounding infant loss twice as well as Hyperemesis Gravidarum. We also cover what happened afterwards and she makes a small announcement. The episode is closed with the story of a woman who lost her partner to Motor-Neurone disease 11 months after her daughter was born. We hope you enjoy the episode. Happy listening x

Road Safety & MND Walk 2 D’Feet Synopsis: Kenny speaks with Senior Sergeant Kelly Larsen about the road toll and keeping safe over summer, then to Graeme Smith about his personal journey with Motor Neurone disease and the upcoming Walk 2 D’Feet.   Guests: Kelly Larsen, Graeme Smith

Our genes are our unique calling card, and DNA analysis has been used to solve crimes and resolve paternity disputes for decades. Now new genetic technology promises to revolutionise medicine. Plus, we meet the man who invented genetic fingerprinting, discuss Angelina Jolie's breasts, and savour a cheesy gene of the month. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Complex, mysterious and currently incurable - the challenge for researchers working on neurodegenerative diseases is huge. We'll be finding out how scientists are using genetic approaches to understand these distressing illnesses. Plus we find out why claims of a male contraceptive pill are somewhat premature, discover how a 16th century mummy has revealed the history of hepatitis B, and investigate whether your genes could predispose you to life in orbit. And our gene of the month is the hollow-sounding Tinman. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists