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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Teen Mom''s David Eason's Ex-Girlfriend Shares Update After 7-Year-Old Daughter Lailah's Death
Olivia Leedham is sharing an update following the sudden death of her daughter Lailah. On Thursday, June 12, a message was posted to the GoFundMe that Leedham's friend created to support her and her 11-year-old son Kaden, whom she shares with Teen Mom's David Eason, after her 7-year-old daughter Lailah died unexpectedly. "Olivia and Kaden want to express their heartfelt gratefulness for all of the love and generosity and support," the update read. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "Our friend Olivia Leedham tragically lost her beautiful seven-year-old daughter, Lailah Price, yesterday," the initial GoFundMe description reads. "She was in the emergency room several times without a diagnosis, and while in the hospital Friday night, she had a seizure and passed away early Saturday morning, June 7th." "Olivia is a single mom to Kaden, age 10, and Lailah, age 7. Lailah was a bright light in our family and loved life and Jesus very much," the description continues. A few days after the fundraiser was posted, Leedham's mom confirmed Lailah's death to PEOPLE. Leedham has sole custody of her and Eason's son Kaden after a 2019 court battle. Eason married Jenelle Evans in 2017. The pair share daughter Ensley and went on to separate in 2019 before getting back together in 2020. Read the original article on People
The Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Teen Mom star David Eason's ex Olivia Leedham suffers tragedy as daughter Lailah suddenly dies at 7
TEEN Mom star David Eason's ex-girlfriend Olivia Leedham's daughter Lailah has died at just 7 years old, The U.S. Sun can report. Olivia, who is the mother of David's 10-year-old son Kaden, suddenly lost the little girl in the hospital on Saturday, June 7, the realtor, hairstylist and fitness model's friend said in a GoFundMe post for the family. 7 7 Lailah "was in the emergency room several times without a diagnosis, and while in the hospital Friday night, she had a seizure and passed away early Saturday morning," OIivia's friend Alice Guy told her loved ones. "Lailah was a bright light in their family and loved life and Jesus very much. " Please keep this family in your prayers as they need them moving forward." Alice started the GoFundMe to help cover living expenses for single mom Olivia during her time of grief. As of Wednesday, June 11, $14,000 has been raised for Olivia's family. 7 7 REMEMBERING LAILAH Olivia, 31, has most recently been living in Naples, Florida with her two children, but is from North Carolina. She has sole custody of Kaden after a court battle with Teen Mom alum David in 2019. David, who recently finalized his divorce from Jenelle Evans, is not the father of Lailah. Though she was once active on social media, Olivia has not spoken out since the horrific tragedy of losing Lailah. According to an obituary, Lailah will be mourned at a funeral service on June 14 in North Carolina. "Lailah's light touched everyone," the obituary reads. "Her kindness, encouragement, and joyful heart were gifts she freely gave. "She reminded us all what it means to love, to cherish, and to be present with one another." SECOND HORRIBLE TRAGEDY Olivia's horrific loss comes after another tragedy in the Teen Mom world. 16 & Pregnant star Whitney Purvis' son Weston Gosa died at just 16 years old earlier this month. "Life is so cruel and unfair. I just don't understand," wrote Whitney, who appeared on the show in 2009. "My baby is gone and I don't know what to do with myself." Weston's stepmother Amy Gosa exclusively told The U.S. Sun that the teen suffered from many serious health issues, including type 1 diabetes, Addison's disease and Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. "He had several health issues, so we're thinking it was an underlying issue we didn't know about," Amy said, shutting down rumors Weston died from a drug overdose. "It's very hurtful seeing all the comments saying he died from fentanyl." 7 7
New York Post
06-06-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Ozempic makes you twice as likely to develop this debilitating condition — what that really means for your risk
A growing number of Ozempic and Mounjaro users have shared stark warnings after going blind while using GLP-1 drugs. Now a new study is bringing into focus the relationship between diabetic GLP-1 users and the elevated risk of age-related eye disease. But despite seemingly alarming numbers, a doctor explained to The Post why she doesn't actually think it should steer people away from the jab. 3 A 2024 study found that 12% of the US population has taken a GLP-1 drug at some point, with around 6% currently using them. alones – Published in JAMA Ophthalmology, the study was drawn from the health records of nearly 140,000 patients. Researchers found that after one year, GLP-1 users were more than twice as likely to develop neovascular age-related macular degeneration than those who were not taking the drugs. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that gradually damages the macula, the part of your eye's retina responsible for sharp, central vision. As it worsens, people find it increasingly difficult to see things directly in front of them, while their peripheral vision remains largely unaffected. In older people, AMD is a leading cause of irreversible blindness. The study found the risk percentage was 0.2% in GLP-1 users and 0.1% in nonusers. Nearly 20 million adults in the US are living with AMD, which comes in two types. The slower-moving dry AMD makes up about 80% of cases. It occurs when the macula gets thinner with age, often due to the buildup of yellow protein deposits known as drusen, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Wet AMD, also known as neovascular AMD (nAMD), while less common, is far more aggressive, causing rapid and severe vision loss. In this form, the macula's function is compromised by the growth and leakage of abnormal blood vessels beneath the retina. The condition is typically treated with frequent injections to restore or stabilize vision. 3 Kaden notes that while there is cause for concern, headlines will amplify what she believes is a relatively low risk Northwell Foundation 'What researchers in this latest study were looking for specifically was whether or not these were people who converted from the dry form of macular degeneration, which is where you don't have abnormal blood vessels to the wet form, which is when you do,' Dr. Talia Kaden, director of the Northwell Health retina fellowship told the Post. But Kaden noted that while there is cause for concern, she actually believes there a relatively low risk. 'We're talking about a handful of patients who might have an increase in retinopathy compared to the millions of patients on these medications.' Dr. Talia Kaden 'That 2X number is really powerful, but when you look at the raw data, I don't think it's quite as strong a punch. I don't think that number should be a reason for people not to be on these drugs. I do think, though, it is worth continuing to look into,' she said. This study adds to a growing body of research documenting vision problems in patients using GLP-1 drugs. A review published earlier this year in JAMA Ophthalmology uncovered at least nine cases of patients who experienced vision loss after taking semaglutide or tirzepatide, the active ingredients in Wegovy and Zepbound, respectively. And a 2024 study suggested a potential link between semaglutide and the rare eye condition nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), in which restricted blood flow to the optic nerve causes sudden-onset vision loss. 'None of these studies are definitive in identifying that there has been a change. Some of them show a slight increase, but we're talking about a handful of patients who might have an increase in retinopathy compared to the millions of patients on these medications,' Kaden said. 3 In older people, AMD is a leading cause of irreversible blindness. StockPhotoPro – Researchers think that declining blood glucose levels caused by GLP-1s could trigger abnormal blood vessel growth in the retina. Further, there are GLP-1 receptors in the retina, and these drugs increase the levels of molecules that lead to harmful blood vessel formation. 'Seeing such a clear signal in our study was striking,' co-author Reut Shor of the University of Toronto told STAT. 'The absolute risk remains low, but the advanced form of AMD is a condition with serious implications for vision and quality of life. So a doubling of risk is clinically meaningful, particularly for vulnerable populations like older adults who may already be at elevated baseline risk.' Shor and his team note that more research is necessary to determine whether direct or indirect effects are causing the increased risk of nAMD. Shor and Kaden maintain that these findings should not be cause for alarm nor a reason to halt the prescription or use of these medications; rather, patients should be made aware of the risk and monitor their vision accordingly. Kaden, the study authors, and other experts recommend that GLP-1 users be on the lookout for any vision changes that could indicate early signs of AMD. 'We really want you to look for anything blurring, any new distortion. If you're looking at a flagpole or a doorframe, that should be a straight line. If all of a sudden that line looks wavy or curvy, that's a reason to seek a consultation with a retina specialist,' said Kaden.
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bankrupt influencer shares candid postpartum body update after suffering with fertility issues and anorexia
Controversial influencer Christie Swadling has shared a candid look at her postpartum figure, two days after giving birth to a healthy baby boy. The 28-year-old influencer shared a gallery of maternity content to social media on Tuesday night, confirming she had given birth to her first child, a son named Rocco, with her fiancé Joel Price. On Thursday, Christie filmed herself wearing a pair of nude underwear and a slip dress, which she held up over her belly as she examined it in her bathroom mirror. 'Woman [sic] are so incredible! Entering motherhood with nothing but love for my body and what it can do, no rush to bounce back or change,' she captioned the post. 'Also humbling when I get home and Rocco's older brother asks why I still look pregnant.' In a second photo of baby Rocco wrapped in his designer swaddle blanket, Christie shared the quote a second time. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Kaden this afternoon: "How come you still look kinda pregnant?" Love kids x,' she captioned the photo of her newborn. Christie previously revealed that she met her fiancé Joel because his now 13-year-old son Kaden began following her on TikTok, where she posted bikini photos and workout videos, when he was just eight-years-old. In further baby updates, posted to her 122,000 Instagram followers, Christie wrote: 'My world is now complete and I'm so in love'. 'Being a new mum can be so challenging and I'm really entering this with open arms and zero judgement towards myself, as him and I are both learning each other' she added. 'But I'm so in love and truly this is the best achievement in the entire world.' The fitness influencer said her first afternoon at home with Rocco was full of 'bonding time' with his brother and visiting family members, as well as, 'a well deserved glass of wine and takeaway food.' Last year, Christie opened up about her fertility journey with her followers. Christie has previously revealed that she met her fiancé Joel because his now 13-year-old son Kaden (pictured bottom left) began following her on TikTok, where she posted bikini photos and workout videos, when he was just eight-years-old What is anorexia nervosa? Anorexia nervosa is a psychological illness that has devastating physical consequences. It is characterised by low body weight and body image distortion with an obsessive fear of gaining weight, which manifests itself through depriving the body of food. It often coincides with increased levels of exercise. There are two main sub-types of anorexia: Restricting type — this is the most commonly known type of anorexia nervosa, whereby a person severely restricts their food intake. Binge-eating or purging type — less recognised, this type of anorexia nervosa forms when a person restricts their intake as above, but also has regularly engaged in binge-eating or purging behaviour. Anorexia nervosa can affect the mind and body in a multitude of ways: Brain – preoccupation with food/calories, fear of gaining weight, headaches, fainting, dizziness, mood swings, anxiety, depression. Hair and skin – dry skin, brittle nails, thin hair, bruises easily, yellow complexion, growth of thin white hair all over body (called lanugo), intolerance to cold. Heart and blood – poor circulation, irregular or slow heartbeat, very low blood pressure, cardiac arrest, heart failure, low iron levels (anaemia). Intestines – constipated, diarrhoea, bloating, abdominal pain. Hormones – irregular or absent periods, loss of libido, infertility. Kidneys – dehydration, kidney failure. Bones and muscles – loss of bone calcium (osteopenia), osteoporosis, muscle loss, weakness, fatigue. 'I have had some hormonal issues and I have only started to get a regular period again. Joel and I are trying to have a baby, we haven't had much luck,' she said. Christie first made headlines back in 2015 when she spoke to Daily Mail Australia about her battle with body image issues and anorexia nervosa. The social media star, then 18-years-old, discussed how comparing herself to supermodels sparked her downward spiral into a near-fatal eating disorder. 'Photoshopped adverts of models like Miranda Kerr definitely started off my body image issues because you think that's how you're meant to be,' she said. At one point, her weight dwindled down to nearly 30 kilograms. 'I became skinnier than those models and because of my disease, stopped thinking about the models altogether and became obsessed with just losing more and more weight,' she said. Women who have an eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia, often stop having periods because of abnormal hormonal changes. The body shuts down the reproductive system to help conserve energy to prevent nurturing another body— when the mother isn't eating enough to feed herself. Some women struggle to to get pregnant long after they've entered eating disorder treatment and recovery. Christie got steadily worse after her diagnosis and was admitted to hospital three times from collapses before she accepted her diagnosis. 'I looked in the mirror and felt disgusted at what I saw and became aware that I was slowly killing myself,' she said. Christie's birth announcement came just months after her fiancé was served with a restraining order and charged with domestic violence-related common assault. Joel, 38, was served an interim Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) by NSW Police on behalf of Christie in April. He pleaded not guilty to the assault charge. Daily Mail Australia understands the matter was heard in court on August 6. In 2022, Swadling filed for bankruptcy after racking up a pile of debt that she cannot pay back. It was revealed that she was bankrupt after an anonymous user on the Tattle Life forums paid $15 to obtain the paperwork on her bankruptcy filing. The status of her bankruptcy is 'undischarged', which means she will still need to pay back particular debts.
NZ Herald
02-05-2025
- Sport
- NZ Herald
On The Up: Kaden Young tackles Rotorua Mini Marathon in Crocs
At the finish line, Kaden's mum was waiting with his running shoes in a bag, having hoped she could have caught him among the masses before his race got under way. But for the 11-year-old Kaharoa School pupil, the Crocs did just fine. The puffed youngster told the Rotorua Daily Post as he crossed the finish line he barely noticed the difference. 'I realised when I got to school I'd forgotten my shoes because I forgot I had mini marathon today.' The Matthews Sport Vision Kids' Mini Marathon is part of the official Red Stag Rotorua Marathon and started in 2010. Children from across Rotorua schools run 2.2km of the 42.2km Rotorua Marathon course – experiencing the glory of running down the finishing chute to the cheers of parents and supporters. Children are given 'marathon passports' when they register and are asked to spend the weeks leading up to the event ticking off 1km at a time as part of their training, aiming to reach 40km. They run the final couple of kilometres in the mini marathon event – giving them the feel of completing a marathon distance. This year, the children were sent on a different course, starting and finishing outside Rotorua Lakeside Hotel, running along the Rotorua Lakefront, past Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, towards the Government Gardens and back along Whakaue St towards the finish line on Tūtānekai St. Athletics New Zealand event manager Keegan McCauley said the great weather and the new course design helped make for an awesome day out. 'It's good to keep the kids active and enjoying running, and it's an opportunity to run down the finish chute that maybe their mums and dads might be doing at the weekend. Hopefully, they feel inspired to have a greater involvement in the sport of athletics and running.' Keano Cunningham, 11, from Rotorua Intermediate School, said the marshals did a great job of showing them where to run to ensure no children got lost. He said he had done the mini marathon several times before but loved this course as he got to see more sights, including Wai Ariki and the Lakefront. Aaleyah Hill, 10, from Glenholme School, is normally a rugby and league player but liked the opportunity to get out for a run. 'It was tiring but it was fun and I liked it very much.' Te Maania Ngamoki-Hohepa, 9, from Whangamarino School. also used the opportunity for some pre-season league and rugby training. She said she liked this course better because it provided more shade than in previous years. 'It was tiring but good at the same time.' The weekend's racing starts on Saturday from 7.45am at Whangamarino School for the half marathon and 8am at Government Gardens for the full marathon, followed by shorter distance races.
