Brad Smith, an Arizona husband and father with ALS, has become the third person to receive Neuralink, the brain implant made by Elon Musk’s company. He is also the first ALS patient and the first non-verbal person to receive the implant, he shared in a post on X on Sunday. “I am typing this with my brain. … Read more
The Ice Bucket Challenge is back! In 2014, Americans were asked to pour buckets of ice water on themselves and post the video to social media in order to raise awareness for ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis — commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. And they did — everyone from high schoolers to celebrities like Taylor Swift … Read more
In the 90210, Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane are happier together. The actress, 53, opened up about her marriage to Eric Dane after filing to dismiss their 2018 divorce in March. The couple, who share kids Billie, 15, and Georgia, 13, tied the knot in 2004 before separating 15 years later. Rebecca Gayheart with her … Read more
Actor Eric Dane, 52, revealed this week that he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease. “I have been diagnosed with ALS. I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” the “Euphoria” and “Grey’s Anatomy” star said in … Read more
Eric Dane revealed he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The “Grey’s Anatomy” star, 52, shared the stunning announcement Thursday in a statement to People. “I have been diagnosed with ALS,” Dane told the outlet. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side … Read more
Eight years after receiving a life-shattering diagnosis, a New Jersey mother credits an “amazing” new drug for stopping her disease in its tracks. Raziel Green, 52, an active runner and mother of two, was diagnosed with a rare form of ALS in 2017. The former retail manager first started experiencing symptoms more than 10 years ago, when … Read more
“Workaholics” star Waymond Lee has died. He was 72. Lee’s wife, Diane Lee, and his sister, Norine Lee, confirmed his death to TMZ on Sunday. The actor died after battling ALS. Waymond Lee in “Workaholics.” Comedy Central Lee was first diagnosed with a degenerative brain disease in October, before further testing revealed that he had … Read more
A man afflicted with ALS has become the first person in the world to control an Amazon Alexa digital assistant through his thoughts — thanks to a brain implant created by a New York-based neurotech startup. Synchron — a company specializing in medical technology solutions — has implanted its brain-computer interface (BCI) in a blood … Read more
Moderate or vigorous exercise may lower the risk of ALS, a fatal disease, for men but not women, new research finds. The study, published Wednesday in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, followed 373,696 Norwegian people for about 27 years. Participants recorded their physical activity, ranging from sedentary to moderate to intense. … Read more
Mike Lynch, a beloved radio host for the Trail Blazers, has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), he announced on Friday. The 34-year-old is retiring from radio amid the diagnosis, which he received on Jan. 2. “Sadly, this means the end of my radio career,” Lynch wrote on X. “I am thankful for all … Read more
Be fore-warned. Hitting the greens to golf puts men at three times the risk of developing ALS, a new study from Michigan Medicine warns. Golfing for men poses an increased risk of ALS. torwaiphoto – stock.adobe.com “We know that occupational risk factors, like working in manufacturing and trade industries, are linked to an increased risk … Read more
Kenneth Mitchell, who starred in the hit series “Star Trek: Discovery” and Marvel’s “Captain Marvel” movie reportedly died Sunday following a five-year battle with ALS. He was 49. “With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend,” Mitchell’s family shared on X (formerly Twitter) … Read more
Photographer Bryan Randall, the longtime partner of actress Sandra Bullock, died on Saturday at the age of 57 following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a neurodegenerative disease, The Post can confirm. “It is with great sadness that we share that on August 5th Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a 3 year battle with … Read more
Michael Lehrer, a Second City alum who spoke openly about his struggles with ALS, died Tuesday following a lengthy battle with the disease. He was 44 years old. The comic passed away on Tuesday in Portland, Oregon, after opting to end his life with the assistance of a doctor, Lehrer’s life partner caregiver Colette Montague … Read more
A representative for Roberta Flack announced Monday that the Grammy-winning musician has ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and can no longer sing. The progressive disease “has made it impossible to sing and not easy to speak,” Flack’s manager Suzanne Koga said in a release. “But it will take a lot more than ALS to silence … Read more
Love never dies. A heartbroken wife was encouraged to find new love by her dying husband — before he passed. Deirdre Fagan was heartbroken to learn that her husband Bob was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) — a terminal progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Bob was just 43 years … Read more
Summary: Using MEG neuroimaging, researchers have identified a new marker that can be used to predict the clinical outcomes for those suffering from ALS. Source: Human Brain Project A study by Human Brain Project (HBP) researchers has identified a new marker for predicting the clinical outcome of patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) through magnetoencephalography. … Read more
A much-debated drug for Lou Gehrig’s disease won US approval on Thursday from the Food and Drug Administration. The nod represents a long-desired victory for patients, though it is likely to renew questions about the scientific rigor behind government reviews of experimental medicines, as the Associated Press has reported. The FDA approved the drug from Amylyx Pharmaceuticals based … Read more
Abstract Background The intrathecally administered antisense oligonucleotide tofersen reduces synthesis of the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) protein and is being studied in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) associated with mutations in SOD1 (SOD1 ALS). Methods Download a PDF of the Research Summary. In this phase 3 trial, we randomly assigned adults with SOD1 ALS … Read more