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Prue Leith hospitalised after falling unwell on holiday

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  • Dame Prue Leith was rushed to Harrogate Hospital by ambulance whilst on holiday in Yorkshire following concerns that she was suffering from a stroke.
  • The 86-year-old broadcaster, known for her role on The Great British Bake Off, experienced a severe migraine with a “rare” symptom that left her unable to speak coherently.
  • Her husband, John Playfair, contacted their doctor after her speech became an incomprehensible jumble, prompting the GP to call an ambulance despite Dame Prue attempting to explain it was a migraine.
  • She spent 10 hours in hospital undergoing tests, including a CT scan, before doctors confirmed that she had not suffered a stroke.
  • Writing in her column for The Oldie magazine, Dame Prue commended NHS staff for being professional and thorough, expressing her gratitude for their cautious approach.

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Prue Leith rushed to hospital amid stroke fears after struggling to speak

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