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Jamie Foxx Reflects On The Most ‘Frustrating’ Thing About His Near-Fatal Stroke

Jamie Foxx Reflects On The Most ‘Frustrating’ Thing About His Near-Fatal Stroke

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Sixpence None the Richer bassist Justin Cary dies at 50 after suffering stroke

Sixpence None the Richer bassist Justin Cary dies at 50 after suffering stroke

Justin Cary, the longtime bassist for Sixpence None the Richer, has died at the age of 50 after suffering a stroke. The musician died Thursday, according to a statement shared on a GoFundMe page established to support Cary and his wife, Linda, during his hospitalization. The fundraiser revealed that Cary had suffered a “serious stroke” last week and was being treated at Albany Medical Center in New York. He underwent two surgeries and remained in intensive care, where he was placed on a respirator in the days before his death. “Justin passed peacefully this morning and Linda was next to him,” read a statement shared on the GoFundMe. “Please continue to pray and give strength during this very difficult time.” Sixpence None the Richer lead singer Leigh Nash also announced the news on Instagram, sharing a carousel of photos of the bassist alongside the caption: “‘We sure had a great time’ is an understatement. Thank you, Justin. We love you forever. Please keep his dear Linda close to your hearts. She is our family. There’s …

7 dos and dont’s when you spot someone having a stroke

7 dos and dont’s when you spot someone having a stroke

When someone is having a stroke, every second counts and acting quickly can mean the difference between a full recovery, a long-term disability, or even saving a life. Watching a loved one go through this experience is incredibly scary, so ahead of Stroke Awareness Month (May) we spoke to some experts who have set out some useful guidelines on what you can do to help in this stressful situation, and what might be best to avoid. Here are the seven key dos and don’ts to remember when you spot someone having a stroke… 1. Do use the FAST acronym “The main thing to remember is the FAST test which stands for face, arms, speech and time,” says Emily Heard, public affairs and campaigns manager at Stroke Association. “It’s a simple, easy-to-remember test to help people quickly identify some of the most common signs of stroke.” Dr Naila Aslam, GP at Central Health London, agrees and suggests asking your loved one a few questions if you suspect that they are having a stroke. “If you’re unsure …

Dr Pimple Popper shares harrowing realization after suffering a stroke

Dr Pimple Popper shares harrowing realization after suffering a stroke

Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, is reflecting on her life-altering stroke last November. The California-based dermatologist, known for her popular TLC reality series, Dr. Pimple Popper, recently revealed she suffered an ischemic stroke while filming the second season of her Lifetime show, Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out. In an interview with People, Lee, 55, opened up about the realization she had as a result of the medical episode. “It helped remind me like, ‘Look, I’ve got to take better care of myself and I really have to enjoy the time with my family and my friends,’” Lee said. The stroke also made her take stock of what was precious in life: her two sons. Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, suffered a life-altering stroke last November (Getty Images for HISTORY) Lee noted that the health scare occurred just after she and her husband, fellow dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Rebish, had sent their youngest son to college. Their oldest son is also in college. “It’s the first time in my life that I’ve thought, ‘You have …

Eamonn Holmes health update after presenter suffered stroke

Eamonn Holmes health update after presenter suffered stroke

TV star Eamonn Holmes is recovering well in hospital following his stroke, according to reports. Fans were left shocked when it was revealed on Saturday that the broadcaster had taken ill last week. And now, a week on, Dawn Neesom, fellow presenter on GB News, has shared a health update on the 66-year-old father of four. In a live message on the programme on Saturday she said: “Everyone at GB News is saddened to hear that our wonderful colleague and friend Eamonn Holmes had a stroke last week. “He is recovering well in hospital; he has his loved ones by his side and is talking and chatting.” She said Eamonn will be back on air as soon as he can and added: “You know what Eamonn is like. I’ve worked with Eamonn for a long, long time, and I’ve known him for a long time, and Eamonn is not a quitter. “So everyone here at GB News is sending their very, very best to our breakfast show host.” Referencing the award her co-presenter had accepted …

Bait review | Riz Ahmed’s Bond-themed comedy is a stroke of hilarious, introspective genius

Bait review | Riz Ahmed’s Bond-themed comedy is a stroke of hilarious, introspective genius

A star rating of 5 out of 5. *Warning: This article contains spoilers for Bait.* When it comes to comedy, many TV fans may not immediately suggest Riz Ahmed as the first choice for a series frontman that has major funny chops. With previous critically acclaimed roles in the likes of The Night Of, Sound of Metal, Rogue One and Mogul Mowgli, Ahmed is no stranger to the screen or a powerful, multilayered role. But as for whether the majority of his characters have left us in fits of laughter on the floor? Not quite as much. It’s clear the actor and rapper is known for picking roles and productions that show off a range of experiences and stories but in Bait, Ahmed has not only crafted a story that is equal parts funny and introspective, but it’s clear to see that the actor is having some serious fun in this lane of his career. So much so that after watching, you may start to wonder just why he hasn’t been cast in more comedies. …

Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalized after hemorrhagic stroke

Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalized after hemorrhagic stroke

Punk legend Jello Biafra has been hospitalized after suffering a hemorrhagic stroke due to high blood pressure. The former frontman of Dead Kennedys, 67, recounted the moments after a blood vessel burst in his brain in a Saturday social media post shared by Alternative Tentacles, the record label that Biafra co-founded. “I hopped out of my bed because I needed to pee, and my left leg just collapsed under me and I fell to the floor,” Biafra said in the post shared on Monday. “I couldn’t even break the fall with my left arm because it wasn’t working either. I tried to hop back up again, and I couldn’t. I realized I had ‘fallen and I can’t get up!’” He continued, “It was this point I thought, ‘Oh s***, I’m having a stroke!’ I still have a lot of great stuff in me, but right now I gotta lotta of rehabbing to do.” The singer is currently hospitalized but stable, according to his record label. open image in gallery Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra …