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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
‘Perfectly healthy' girl, 4, left paralysed after family camping trip due to giant critter feasting on her scalp
TAYLOR Justice was 'terrified' when her 'healthy' daughter Madeline Tuckwiller woke up paralysed after a camping trip - all because of a tick. "She couldn't walk and she was crawling on the floor," the 31-year-old mum said. 6 Madeline Tuckwiller, 4, with her mum Taylor Justice Credit: Kennedy News 6 The giant tick found feating on Madeline's scalp Credit: Kennedy News 6 Madeline woke up from her family camping trip paralysed Credit: Kennedy News Taylor, from West Virginia, US had taken her four kids on a short camping trip on Sunday May 11 to mark Mother's Day. Five days later, Taylor noticed something was seriously wrong with her four-year-old daughter. Madeline was struggling to move and appeared Taylor rushed her to hospital where medics began running a series of tests and scans but they couldn't figure out what was causing the Read more on lyme disease She was then transferred to a specialist children's hospital three hours away, where her condition seemed to be getting worse. 'The paralysis affected her whole body,' Taylor said. 'It started from the bottom and was working its way up. She couldn't sit up and wasn't even making eye contact.' Doctors monitored Madeline closely overnight. By the next morning, she had lost function in her hands. Most read in Health It was only when a neurologist asked about the family's outdoor activities that he decided to examine her scalp. They found a dime-sized female Rocky Mountain wood Justin Bieber discusses his battle with Lyme disease and how it has affected him It had been releasing a neurotoxin into Madeline's bloodstream, triggering a rare condition called The tick was carefully removed, and within hours, Madeline's mobility began to return. 'She was able to walk again about four hours later,' Taylor said. 'It was such a relief.' Ticks can hide anywhere and the earlier you catch it, the bette Taylor Justice 31 The youngster was also given antibiotics to lower the risk of Lyme disease, which ticks can carry and which can cause long-term complications if not treated early. Taylor, a salon owner, said she had never heard of tick paralysis before. 'It's frightening how something so small can do that kind of damage,' she said. 'I'll be so much more careful now.' 6 Madeline was struggling to move and appeared dazed, unable to get herself off the ground Credit: Kennedy News 6 The fateful family camping trip Credit: Kennedy News Madeline has started to recover but still wakes up with some stiffness in her legs in the mornings. Thankfully, she's regained full movement during the day and is back to her usual self. How to prevent tick bites - and remove the bugs There are a few things you can do to lessen your likelihood of tick bites. Firstly, try and cover as much of your skin as possible while walking outdoors and tuck your trousers into your socks. You should also be using insect repellent containing DEET on your clothes and skin, and wearing light coloured clothing so you can spot a tick easily. Also stick to paths where possible when you're out walking. How can I remove a tick safely? To remove a tick safely: Use fine-tipped tweezers or a tick-removal tool. You can buy these from some pharmacies, vets and pet shops. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Slowly pull upwards, taking care not to squeeze or crush the tick. Dispose of it when you have removed it. Clean the bite with antiseptic or soap and water. The chance of getting ill is low. You do not need to do anything else unless you notice a rash or become unwell. If either of these happen, make sure to see a GP so you can get treatment as soon a possible. Taylor says the experience has changed the way she thinks about outdoor safety. She now checks all her children thoroughly after time outside and keeps tick repellent in her bag at all times. 'Parents need to know about this,' she said. 'Check their heads, their hairlines, behind their ears, waistbands, even their socks. "Ticks can hide anywhere and the earlier you catch it, the better.' 6 Taylor says the experience has changed the way she thinks about outdoor safety Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
‘Perfectly healthy' girl, 4, left paralysed after family camping trip after giant critter feasted on her scalp
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TAYLOR Justice was 'terrified' when her 'healthy' daughter Madeline Tuckwiller woke up paralysed after a camping trip - all because of a tick. "She couldn't walk and she was crawling on the floor," the 31-year-old mum said. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Madeline Tuckwiller, 4, with her mum Taylor Justice Credit: Kennedy News 6 The giant tick found feating on Madeline's scalp Credit: Kennedy News 6 Madeline woke up from her family camping trip paralysed Credit: Kennedy News Taylor, from West Virginia, US had taken her four kids on a short camping trip on Sunday May 11 to mark Mother's Day. Five days later, Taylor noticed something was seriously wrong with her four-year-old daughter. Madeline was struggling to move and appeared dazed, unable to get herself off the ground. Taylor rushed her to hospital where medics began running a series of tests and scans but they couldn't figure out what was causing the paralysis. She was then transferred to a specialist children's hospital three hours away, where her condition seemed to be getting worse. 'The paralysis affected her whole body,' Taylor said. 'It started from the bottom and was working its way up. She couldn't sit up and wasn't even making eye contact.' Doctors monitored Madeline closely overnight. By the next morning, she had lost function in her hands. It was only when a neurologist asked about the family's outdoor activities that he decided to examine her scalp. They found a dime-sized female Rocky Mountain wood tick hidden in her hair, latched onto her skin and feeding. Justin Bieber discusses his battle with Lyme disease and how it has affected him It had been releasing a neurotoxin into Madeline's bloodstream, triggering a rare condition called tick paralysis. The tick was carefully removed, and within hours, Madeline's mobility began to return. 'She was able to walk again about four hours later,' Taylor said. 'It was such a relief.' Ticks can hide anywhere and the earlier you catch it, the bette Taylor Justice The youngster was also given antibiotics to lower the risk of Lyme disease, which ticks can carry and which can cause long-term complications if not treated early. Taylor, a salon owner, said she had never heard of tick paralysis before. 'It's frightening how something so small can do that kind of damage,' she said. 'I'll be so much more careful now.' 6 Madeline was struggling to move and appeared dazed, unable to get herself off the ground Credit: Kennedy News 6 The fateful family camping trip Credit: Kennedy News Madeline has started to recover but still wakes up with some stiffness in her legs in the mornings. Thankfully, she's regained full movement during the day and is back to her usual self. How to prevent tick bites - and remove the bugs There are a few things you can do to lessen your likelihood of tick bites. Firstly, try and cover as much of your skin as possible while walking outdoors and tuck your trousers into your socks. You should also be using insect repellent containing DEET on your clothes and skin, and wearing light coloured clothing so you can spot a tick easily. Also stick to paths where possible when you're out walking. How can I remove a tick safely? To remove a tick safely: Use fine-tipped tweezers or a tick-removal tool. You can buy these from some pharmacies, vets and pet shops. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Slowly pull upwards, taking care not to squeeze or crush the tick. Dispose of it when you have removed it. Clean the bite with antiseptic or soap and water. The chance of getting ill is low. You do not need to do anything else unless you notice a rash or become unwell. If either of these happen, make sure to see a GP so you can get treatment as soon a possible. Taylor says the experience has changed the way she thinks about outdoor safety. She now checks all her children thoroughly after time outside and keeps tick repellent in her bag at all times. 'Parents need to know about this,' she said. 'Check their heads, their hairlines, behind their ears, waistbands, even their socks. "Ticks can hide anywhere and the earlier you catch it, the better.'
Irish Independent
23-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
End-of-terrace coastal home from golden age of ‘Irish Brighton' offers B2 BER, four doubles and garden with fire pit
Asking price: €1.15m Agent: Sherry Fitzgerald (01) 286 6630 Bray in Co Wicklow was once dubbed the 'Brighton of Ireland'. Like the famous English seaside town, it has its own promenade, the well known Esplanade, which was built in Victorian times to attract tourists and home buyers seeking a life of leisure by the sea. The similarities were intentional, as Brighton offered inspiration to the man responsible for Bray's design as a seaside resort town. William Dargan, the son of a tenant farmer from Co Laois, was one of the most prominent Irish engineers of the 19th century. Known best for his work on railways, Dargan also designed and oversaw the building of Ireland's first railway line from Dublin to Dun Laoghaire in 1834, and later worked to establish many of the lines around the country. An extension of the line to Bray was added from Dublin in 1854, and had an almost instant effect on the town. With the improvement in access from Dublin, more people found it possible to live or holiday in Bray and in the 20 years after it opened, the population increased from 4,151 to 6,504. It was Dargan who first realised Bray's potential as a tourist destination. In 1859, he obtained a lease for a stretch of the coastline there from the Earl of Meath, and the first inception of the Esplanade seafront promenade was built, after which the later hotel was named. Dargan, alongside John Quin, the owner of Quin's Hotel (now the Royal Hotel), recognised the potential of the town and initiated its development as a seaside resort on a large scale. In 1859, Dargan paid for the first efforts at constructing the Esplanade which, according to an 1860 guide book, was 'open to everyone who chooses to enjoy its delightful expanse'. In 1881, additional work costing £20,000 was invested in improving it further. Just off the waterfront is No4 Warburton Terrace, an end of terrace four-bedroom house which dates from Bray's glory days as a Victorian resort. Today, it's home to Patrick Sammon and his wife Madeline. Patrick is employed as a leasing specialist with WeWork and is originally from Letterkenny, Co Donegal. His wife Madeline, who hails from Queensland Australia, works for Google. They have two children, Isla (three) and Charlie (almost one), with another on the way. The couple bought the 1862-built home five years ago. 'We'd been living in Grand Canal and were attracted by the opportunity to own a period house,' says Sammon. 'It also offered good bang for our buck.' The 2,433 sq ft period home came with most of its original features, and had been previously owned by an interior designer, who'd left her mark. However, Sammon and his wife planned to put their own stamp on it. 'It was, for the most part, in good condition, but the decor was not to our taste,' he says. 'The house was a pandemic purchase as we bought it between lockdowns,' he adds. 'With extra time on our hands, we did the decorating ourselves.' They painted all of the rooms, changing the colour scheme, the furniture and the artwork, and re-sprayed the kitchen, which now has navy blue and white glass-fronted cupboards with a white Ibiza marble counter. There's an island in the centre with a Belfast sink and a brass tap, with a splash back of white subway tiles. Double doors here lead directly to the south-facing back split-level garden. The sitting room is at the front of the house, and here the sash windows, wooden floors, cornicing and the ceiling rose are all original. 'The ceiling there is 10ft-high, which adds to the feeling of space,' says Sammon. There's a white marble fireplace here with a large antique mirror above it. There are seven fireplaces in total, two of which have woodburning stoves. The others have been capped off. 'When she first saw the fireplaces, Madeline fell in love with them because growing up in Queensland; she never had an open fire,' he says. The house has four double bedrooms and an attic room, which can also be used as a bedroom. After moving in, the couple quickly realised that the old utility room, which had a lean-to in bad repair, was in a great position at the back of the house. 'We realised it faced south and got the sun for most of the day, so we set about making it into another reception room,' says Sammon. 'We put down new hardwood flooring and added floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors that open to the patio outside.' Unlike the rest of the house, this room is thoroughly modern. The beige walls and cream carpet provide a feeling of warmth, and a photograph of an old camper van and palm trees, reminiscent of backpacking Australia, takes up most of one wall. 'It's an amazing space for entertaining; especially in the summer as we open up the glass doors and the guests spill into the back garden. We've held many a barbecue in the back.' The garden has a fire pit and dining area. Here, they've added plants and some colourful cushions. 'It's our little oasis. We spend a lot of time out there in the summer when the weather is good,' he says. They replaced the roof four years ago, increasing the energy rating from a C1 to a B2. 'A potential buyer could achieve an A rating if they were to upgrade the windows in the house,' he adds. Bray's beach is 150 metres away, so the Sammons have taken up sea swimming since moving in. 'We also installed an outdoor shower in the back and have our paddle boards hanging on the wall,' says Sammon. 'There's a laneway at the side of the building which we use to access the back garden when we come in from the sea. 'There are a number of trendy coffee shops in the area and also a new wine bar called Conlon's, which my wife loves, just 50 metres from the house,' he adds. 'There's also a roof top sauna in Bray now. Living here is really a lifestyle.' It's also on the Dart line, offering easy access to Dublin city centre. The Sammons are selling the house now because an opportunity has arisen to buy a family member's home in Blackrock. 'We'll still be on the Dart line, but living here has been a wonderful experience,' he says. The house is on offer through Sherry FitzGerald for €1.15m.
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Stunning actress Madeline Brewer looks sensational in dress made from a 1986 Sun front page
Read on to find out more on Madeline's role in Netflix hit You MAD'S A RED-TOP Stunning actress Madeline Brewer looks sensational in dress made from a 1986 Sun front page Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ACTRESS Madeline Brewer makes a splash — in a dress made from a Sun front page. Redhead Madeline, 33, star of Netflix hit You, wore it for Behind the Blinds magazine. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Madeline alongside actor Penn Badgley in popular Netflix series You Credit: PA It features a January 1986 edition of The Sun — the first printed at Wapping. The style resembles the John Galliano newspaper dress worn by Sex and The City star Sarah Jessica Parker in the popular series. Madeline starred alongside actor Penn Badgley in popular series You. In the fifth and final series, which is now streaming, viewers will see Joe embarking on an affair with a young woman named Bronte, played by Madeline. They meet after she gains employment at his bookstore but it soon becomes clear that she has an ulterior motive after she developed suspicions that Joe was responsible for the death of her close friend. Penn has led the show since its inception on the streaming service but has shied away from getting down and dirty on-camera for the past two series. However, he has since decided that in order to give the show a "proper conclusion," he needs to head back to the bedroom to spice things up for the final series. 2 Madeline Brewer posed in a dress made from a Sun front page from 1986 Credit: @foxhunter for Behind The Blinds Magazine
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Stunning actress Madeline Brewer looks sensational in dress made from a 1986 Sun front page
ACTRESS Madeline Brewer makes a splash — in a dress made from a Sun front page. Redhead Madeline, 33, star of Netflix hit You, wore it for Behind the Blinds magazine. Advertisement 2 Madeline alongside actor Penn Badgley in popular Netflix series You Credit: PA It features a January 1986 edition of The Sun — the first printed at Wapping. The style resembles the John Galliano newspaper dress worn by Sex and The City star Sarah Jessica Parker in the popular series. Madeline starred alongside actor Penn Badgley in popular series You. In the fifth and final series, which is now streaming, viewers will see Joe embarking on an affair with a young woman named Bronte, played by Madeline. Advertisement READ MORE ON CELEBS They meet after she gains employment at his bookstore but it soon becomes clear that she has an ulterior motive after she developed suspicions that Joe was responsible for the death of her close friend. Penn has led the show since its inception on the streaming service but has shied away from getting down and dirty on-camera for the past two series. However, he has since decided that in order to give the show a "proper conclusion," he needs to head back to the bedroom to spice things up for the final series. 2 Madeline Brewer posed in a dress made from a Sun front page from 1986 Credit: @foxhunter for Behind The Blinds Magazine Advertisement @behindtheblinds. Madeline is wearing @vetements_official on the cover. She's captured by @foxhunter & styled by @orettac. Shot for Behind The Blinds Magazine. Most read in Celebrity
