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Irish Examiner
7 days ago
- Health
- Irish Examiner
Family who claims woman died months after drug treatment for skin rash settles action
The family of a restaurateur, who it was claimed died a few months after being prescribed a drug to treat itchy skin rash, has settled a High Court action. Poh Kwai Tan, a Malaysian woman known as Joyce Tan who lived in Dunboyne, Co Meath, ran five restaurants before her sudden death at the age of 47 in May 2020. Her husband Tuck Nam Au and their daughter Yen Ching Au of The Place, Dunboyne Castle, Co Meath, had sued GP Anas Mansour who practises at Main Street, Blanchardstown, Dublin, over his wife's death. The settlement is without an admission of liability. The details of the settlement are confidential. The family's counsel, Jeremy Maher SC instructed by Michael Boylan Litigation, told the court that the case had been settled after mediation. Counsel said Ms Tan's family in Malaysia were listening to the court ruling of the case by remote link. Last year, Dublin coroner Dr Clare Keane returned a verdict of death by misadventure. The inquest heard evidence that Ms Tan developed a syndrome – a very rare condition and complication also known as drug hypersensitivity syndrome – after being prescribed Dapsone to treat a rash on her body. Dr Keane said she had been unable to substantiate references in evidence that suggested the patient may also have taken some Chinese medicines for her skin condition. Family's claims In the High Court proceedings, it was claimed that in December 2019 Ms Tan complained of an itchy rash and went to a doctor who noted it might be scabies. In January 2020, Ms Tan consulted Dr Mansour in relation to her rash, and he noted it had not improved and she was unable to sleep due to itchiness. The doctor advised that it was necessary to repeat the scabies treatment. The rash covered Ms Tan's arms, upper and lower back. On February 12, 2020, it was claimed that Ms Tan was started on a treatment with Dapsone, which is a drug prescribed by specialists to tackle severe skin conditions. It was claimed that Ms Tan on April 4 attended a hospital A&E with worsening skin breakdown and abdominal pain and was noted to have abnormal liver function tests. Three days later a possible Dapsone Hypersensitivity Syndrome was noted and a liver biopsy was taken and other medication was prescribed for her. It was claimed she was further admitted to hospital on two occasions and on May 18, 2020, was transferred to another hospital for a possible liver transplant. Her condition continued to deteriorate and she was noted on May 27 to have liver failure, multi-organ failure and septic shock before she died three days later. It was claimed that a diagnosis of dermatitis herpetiformis was made without referring Ms Tan to a dermatologist and there was an alleged failure to monitor Ms Tan in respect of the effects of Dapsone. It was further claimed there was an alleged failure to advise Ms Tan of the risk of developing Dapsone Hypersensitivity Syndrome and of the symptoms. There was also, it was contended, a failure to advise Ms Tan of the requirement to discontinue Dapsone if she got any of the syndrome symptoms. All of the claims were denied. Noting the settlement and the division of the statutory mental distress solatium payment, Mr Justice Paul Coffey conveyed his deepest sympathy to Ms Tan's family.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
'GP gave stepdad laxatives, but we knew something was very wrong'
Ronnie Haston was planning for retirement, but died two weeks after being admitted to hospital A devoted stepfather died from cancer after his symptoms were initially dismissed as constipation. Beth Hunt, 42, a nurse from East Calder, lost her stepfather Ronnie Haston to myeloma in April 2024, two weeks after he was admitted to hospital. Ronnie, who was just 68, owned a hearing devices business, and had always been active and healthy. He was making plans for his retirement, when he became suddenly unwell in March last year - but after a phone consultation with the GP, his symptoms were put down to constipation. "It was two weeks from admission to hospital until he died," said Beth. "He was fit and healthy, he had no underlying health conditions. It was a complete shock to us all. He didn't get to enjoy one day of retirement with my mum or do any of the future they had planned together. "It started with constipation, which the GP gave him laxatives for. He was really fatigued and had muscle pain. He just didn't look right." Ronnie was told he needed a blood test but would have to wait two weeks for it. At her wit's end, Beth's mum Anne took Ronnie to A&E. Tests there showed his kidney function had plummeted to just 14 per cent. He had extremely high calcium levels. He was eventually diagnosed with myeloma, a form of blood cancer which around 33,000 people across the UK are living with. Sadly, Ronnie passed away after two weeks in hospital. 'They'd said he would start chemo and they had a full plan,' said Beth. 'They said he would be a good candidate for a stem cell transplant. He ended up having two lots of chemo whist very unwell with pneumonia and then two days later he died. "He pretty much went into multi-organ failure. It's shocking, completely shocking.' She added: 'It's not people's fault, it's the system's fault. The catalogue of errors, the wait. We kept saying, 'He needs a blood test', but he couldn't get a blood test for two weeks. "In this day and age how is that acceptable? If somebody is unwell, you need the blood test now. Even in hospital, it was all too little too late. The big thing for me is educating GPs. "The symptoms of myeloma are sometimes non-descript and not obvious. You could put them down to muscle ache and being tired, but these should be red flags for a GP, especially in someone with no underlying conditions and having never been to a GP apart from with cellulitis from mosquito bites. "If Ronnie hadn't been so unwell by the time he got into hospital, he would have been in a better position to fight it." In honour of her beloved stepfather, mum-of-two Beth has decided to run the Edinburgh Marathon to raise money for Myeloma UK. 'I signed up to the Edinburgh Marathon on the evening of Ronnie's funeral," she said. "When I ran a 10-mile eight years ago, mum and Ronnie were my biggest supporters. They ran across Edinburgh to meet me at as many points as they could. It's my first marathon, but when I decide to do something I do it. 'I know I can do at least half but I'll probably have to push through the last six miles. I think of Ronnie and my mum when I run – the last year without him has been awful for her. If she can wake up without him and can put one foot in front of the other then I can take it one step at a time too.' So far, she has raised over £1,500 of her £2,000 target, and hopes to ensure that no other families have to go through the sudden loss of a loved one. Ronnie always was a strong presence in our family," said Beth 'I'd had him in my life since I was 19. You don't realise the impact someone had until you lose them. He was a gentle man. He was always someone you could lean on. He'd never judge, he'd always support you and just show up. If I can do anything to help other families then I want to do it. "Myeloma UK's support is totally invaluable and had Ronnie been able to live longer it would have been very useful to us. Life will never be the same without him. It is so cliche, but the reality is life is short and so precious. "I want to support other families; I don't want anybody else to go through this."
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tyra Mae and Jasper Troy speak out after winning WWE LFG
Tyra Mae Steele and Jasper Troy (Image via X) Tyra Mae Steele and Jasper Troy (Image via X) Tyra Mae Steele and Jasper Troy (Image via X) 1 2 A big moment has arrived for two new WWE stars. Tyra Mae Steele and Jasper Troy have won the first season of WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats), and now their dreams are coming true. After working hard through weeks of training and matches, both stars finally get their shot in WWE. The show, which aired on A&E , featured 16 young wrestlers from WWE's Performance Center. They were coached by four WWE legends like The Undertaker, Booker T, Bubba Ray Dudley, and Mickie James. These legends helped guide the talent, teaching them how to wrestle better, talk on the microphone, and grow as WWE superstars. Tyra Mae Steele is ready to shine Tyra Mae Steele was part of Team Undertaker . She had an impressive background before even stepping into WWE. She won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 2020 Olympics. Her skills and focus helped her stand out right from the beginning. After being named the winner of WWE LFG, she shared her excitement in an interview with Sports Illustrated : "I'm so excited. It's been a long time coming. I swear I've just been waiting for my moment to shine. I just feel elated. I just feel so, so freaking blessed." In the final match at Madison Square Garden, Tyra faced Zena Sterling from Team Bubba. It was the biggest match of her life, and she gave it her all in front of a huge crowd. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Winning at such a big stage showed that she was ready for the next step in WWE. Tyra Mae Steele & Jasper Troy talk winning the WWE LFG Season One on A&E! Jasper Troy wants more than just one win Jasper Troy was part of Team Booker T . Unlike Tyra, he did not come from a wrestling background. Instead, he used to play football before starting his wrestling journey. He made his WWE debut in 2023 and slowly worked his way up. In the final episode, he wrestled against Shiloh Hill from Team Undertaker. He won the match and proved that he belongs in WWE. But for Jasper, the journey does not stop here. "I'm just excited I didn't take my foot off the gas after winning," Troy said. "If anything I was so looking forward to the end of the show and I was so wrapped up around 'winning and winning and winning' and then I just had a moment where I was like 'this isn't the end, and I don't know why it feels like the end.'" "This isn't a movie where the movie ends and cuts to black. This is just the beginning... we won the show and I was excited and for a while, I was riding that wave, but then I had to get back to shore and realize, 'is this the only time you want to be at the top?'" Both Steele and Troy impressed fans and legends alike during the show. They now train at WWE's Performance Center and are expected to appear in NXT soon. With the second season of WWE LFG already confirmed, new talent will get a chance, but for now, it is Tyra Mae Steele and Jasper Troy's time to shine. Read more: The Undertaker wins new WWE championship at 60 without stepping in the ring Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Katie Price's boyfriend JJ Slater rushed to hospital in the night as he shares A&E pic
JJ suffers from a health condition that he was diagnosed with in 2023 STAR'S SCARE Katie Price's boyfriend JJ Slater rushed to hospital in the night as he shares A&E pic Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KATIE Price's boyfriend JJ Slater has been rushed to hospital in the night, after sharing a picture from A&E. The former glamour model, 46, confirmed her relationship with JJ last February. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Katie Price's boyfriend JJ Slater has been rushed to hospital in the night, after sharing a picture from A&E Credit: Instagram 5 Katie previously sparked concern the couple had parted ways after sharing a cryptic post about "trust" Credit: PA 5 JJ rose to fame on MAFS Credit: Instagram Katie's boyfriend rose to fame on Married At First Sight, where he was romantically involved with Ella Morgan, but the pair have since split. Now, he's shared a photo from hospital, and revealed a syringe in his arm. The reality star leg and body were in shot, and he wrote over the snap: 'Hate to see it. 'The reality of living with type 1 diabetes. Late nights in A&E.' It was back in 2023 when JJ was diagnosed with the life-changing condition after losing almost two stone. He was told how his body had "deteriorated" and that his "life would never be the same" due to the condition. JJ's weight dropped from 13.3 stone to 12 stone ahead of his medical emergency. He said of his symptoms at the time: "I was waking up four to five times needing the toilet. "Then I started to lose weight quite quickly. I lost about a stone and a half in three weeks, but I was still eating the same and going to the gym every day." Heartbroken Katie Price reveals she's suffered a miscarriage at 46 after unexpectedly falling pregnant He added: "I hadn't changed anything, but my body was deteriorating so I knew something was wrong. "I was getting lightheaded often, I was on the sofa watching TV and then stood up and fell to the floor… so, I knew something wasn't right. "I had a blood test and my doctor said I probably wouldn't hear anything until after Christmas, but I woke up the following morning to three missed calls from 111 and voicemails saying 'as soon as you wake up, go to hospital' … I have never woken up so quickly. "I panicked thinking it was the worst news." Katie Price's love life We take a look back at the highs and lows of Katie Price's relationship history. 1996-1998: Katie got engaged to Gladiators star Warren Furman - aka Ace - with a £3,000 ring. But their relationship didn't make it as far as 'I do'. 1998-2000: Katie described Dane Bowers as 'the love of her life' but she broke up with the singer when he allegedly cheated on her. 2001: Footballer Dwight Yorke is the father of Katie's eldest child Harvey. He has had very little to do with Harvey throughout his life. 2002: Rebounding from Dwight, Katie famously had one night of passion with Pop Idol star Gareth Gates, allegedly taking his virginity. 2002-2004: Katie was dating Scott Sullivan when she entered the jungle for I'm A Me Out Of Here!. He threatened to "punch Peter's lights out" when chemistry blossomed between her and Peter Andre. 2004-2009: The jungle romance resulted in Katie marrying Aussie pop star Peter. They had two kids, Junior and Princess, before their bitter split in 2009. 2010-2011: Fresh from her break-up with Peter, Katie enjoyed a whirlwind relationship and marriage with cage fighter Alex Reid. They split 20 months after their Las Vegas wedding. 2011: Katie briefly dated model Danny Cipriani... but it ended as quickly as it begun. 2011-2012: They didn't speak the same language, but Katie got engaged to Argentinian model Leandro Penna in 2011. He later fled home to South America. 2012-2018: Wedding bells rang once more after Katie met Kieran Hayler in 2013. They had two kids together, Jett and Bunny, before their break-up and divorce. 2018-2019: Katie moved on quickly with Kris Boyson. They had an on-off romance for one year and even got engaged. They split for good in 2019. 2019: Katie was linked to Charles Drury during her on-off relationship with Kris. Charles, who also dated Lauren Goodger, has always denied being in "official relationship" with her. 2020-2023: Car salesman Carl Woods took a shining to Katie in 2020. Their relationship was up and down for three years. They broke up for a final time last year. 2024-present: After weeks of rumours, Katie confirmed her relationship with Married At First Sight star JJ Slater in February this year. Since getting together with Katie, the couple have endured a rather rocky relationship. Katie previously sparked concern the couple had parted ways after sharing a cryptic post about "trust". The ex-glamour model, who shot to fame as her alter-ego Jordan, has been engaged eight times and has previously had three husbands. 5 JJ's weight dropped from 13.3 stone to 12 stone ahead of his medical emergency in 2023 Credit: Instagram / @johnjoeslater
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Health department shuts new Cedric the Entertainer barbecue joint. Will it reopen this weekend?
A new barbecue venture from comedians Anthony Anderson and Cedric the Entertainer is smothering honey-glazed pork ribs with gold sauce and piling smoked brisket onto potato buns with pickles and onions. Or at least it was for six days. AC Barbeque is located in a corner of the Westfield Century City mall's dining hall and held its grand opening May 7 but shut down on Tuesday. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health ordered the celebrities' restaurant to close, citing a lack of permitting. AC Barbeque 'opened without approval or permit,' a representative for the county health department told The Times in an email. A representative for the restaurant told The Times that the city of Los Angeles had approved the restaurant before its opening date, but a county official who visited AC Barbeque during its opening week shut down the operation, noting that its permitting application was incomplete. The AC Barbeque team has since resubmitted the permitting paperwork and hopes to reopen by the end of this weekend. The new joint venture serves as the first bricks-and-mortar extension of longtime friends and barbecue enthusiasts' TV show 'Kings of BBQ.' The A&E series follows the pair as they visit pitmasters across the country and explore the history, flavors and cultural influence on and stemming from the cuisine. Comedy veteran Cedric the Entertainer — whose birth name is Cedric Antonio Kyles — has appeared in 'The Neighborhood,' the 'Original Kings of Comedy' tour and 'Barbershop,' among other shows and films, while Anderson's decades of credits include 'Blackish,' 'Law & Order' and 'We Are Family.' The duo hope to highlight Black culture in their new restaurant, as they do in their show, diving into the community's contributions to barbecue. In the future, they hope to host specials from and appearances by guest pitmasters in Century City. Last year, AC Barbeque debuted a 'virtual dining' outpost within the campus kitchen of Mississippi's Jackson State University, and earlier this year, the brand launched a food truck at Howard University in Washington, D.C. In their Century City restaurant, they're serving sandwiches stuffed with smoked chicken, brisket or pork; smoked-and-fried wings with barbecue ranch; a variety platter; half-racks of St. Louis-style pork ribs; brisket and pulled pork by the pound; banana pudding; sides such as cornbread, mac and cheese, brisket baked beans and more. Read more: Cedric the Entertainer uses his punchlines to branch out and give back To help bring their vision to life, they tapped local pitmaster Burt Bakman of Slab and Trudy's Underground Barbecue. 'Hats off to our chef [Burt Bakman], the driving force behind every smoky bite that comes out of our AC Barbeque kitchen,' the restaurant posted to Instagram last week. Before its temporary closure, AC Barbeque regularly sold out of items; a manager told The Times that even with their smokers firing 24 hours a day, it's still hard to keep up with the demand for the low-and-slow-cooked barbecue. Guests filing in for a taste passed under a sign that says 'Welcome to the cookout,' and TV screens displayed menu items as well as photos of Kyles and Anderson. Behind the counter, rows of the restaurateurs' house spice rubs and bottles of barbecue sauces are available for those who want to bring a taste home. AC Barbeque is located in the Westfield Century City's Dining Terrace, on the second level of the shopping center, at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles. The restaurant plans to reopen with daily hours of 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sign up for our Tasting Notes newsletter for restaurant reviews, Los Angeles food-related news and more. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
