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Nerve Block Therapy Offers Hope for Migraine Sufferers

                           Calgary neurologist Dr. Serena Orr injecting a patient to help treat migraines.  Researchers in Calgary are spotlighting a promising treatment for people living with severe migraines: occipital nerve blocks . This approach involves injecting a small amount of anesthetic near the occipital nerves at the back of the head, which can interrupt pain signals and provide rapid relief. Neurologist Dr. Serena Orr of the University of Calgary has been at the forefront of this research, recommending updates to the American Headache Society’s guidelines for emergency departments. The new recommendations encourage doctors to consider nerve blocks as a frontline option for patients arriving with debilitating migraine attacks. Patients who have received the treatment report significant improvement. Some describe it as the first time they’ve been able to escape the crushing pain, nausea,...

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A Legend Honoured: Birmingham Bows to Ozzy Osbourne

 


                                        Crowds gather at the Black Sabbath Bridge, named
                                         in honour of the heavy metal band, as the funeral 
                                        cortege of Ozzy Osbourne passes through his hometown, in Birmingham

The streets of Birmingham came alive with emotion as thousands of devoted fans gathered to honour their hometown hero, Ozzy Osbourne. The Black Sabbath frontman, often hailed as the “Prince of Darkness,” was celebrated not with chaos, but with love and reverence in a public tribute that turned the city into a living shrine.

Supporters wearing iconic band tees, waving posters, and chanting lyrics lined the pavements, underscoring the deep bond between Osbourne and the city that shaped his musical legacy. A special ceremony was held near Digbeth, where Ozzy’s early days with Black Sabbath first echoed through grungy rehearsal halls.

 “Ozzy means everything to Birmingham,” said one lifelong fan. “He’s proof you can come from humble beginnings and change music forever.” The tribute included live performances from local bands, video montages of Osbourne’s electrifying career, and heartfelt speeches from musicians and city officials.

The event wasn’t just nostalgia—it was a celebration of resilience, artistry, and a man whose voice became the sound of rebellion for generations. Even as Ozzy battles health challenges, the outpouring of admiration shows his legacy is as powerful and enduring as ever.


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