NEWS ARTICLES

1.) Morris, Sophie. “Hydrocephalus: the lethal brain condition.”  The Independent. Retrieved June 10, 2008. http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-wellbeing/features/hydrocephalus-the-lethal-brain-condition-843399.html

This is an article following the life of Simon Lannon. He was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus at a young age and had his first surgery at age six. Since then he has had over 30 surgeries. The article goes through all the trials and tribulations of growing up and suffering from Hydrocephalus. Although Simon has missed a lot growing up because of this illness, the article goes on to describe how he is now training for a triathlon. The article is really inspiring and shows that one can really accomplish a lot in life while suffering from Hydrocephalus. It shows that life can still be successful and meaniful. Simon Lannon is an inspiration to all, not just those with Hydrocephalus, but any illness.

 

2.) Ishaq, Allia. “Pregnancy Problems and Cats: Few Facts, Mainly Fiction”. Yemen Times. Retrieved June 9, 2008. http://yementimes.com/article.shtml?i=1162&p=health&a=1

This news article is about a correlation between owning a pet cat and fetal hydrocephalus. It has been found that when women handle cat feces, they are at risk of having pregnancy problems in the future, mainly fetal Hydrocephalus. This information is according to researchers at the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. It is caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. This parasite found in cat feces is the same found in raw, undercooked meat. This is an important and interesting article, and makes one think about their day-to-day activities and the effects they might have later in life. 

3.) Austin, Kathleen. “Health Workshops on Understanding Neurological Conditions and Strokes”. EVliving.com. Retrieved June 8, 2008. http://www.evliving.com/wellness.php?action=fullnews&id=10053

Health for a Lifetime is a series of workshops Phoenix Human Services Department Senior Services Division and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. They regularly hold workshops for people with Hydrocephalus to help them better understand their illness. This article is relevant to all because workshops such as this one are available all over the country to help patients, family and friends cope with Hydrocephalus.