ALS

A major study has found a link between pesticide exposure and an increased risk of developing ALS, with exposure raising the risk by up to 70%. The findings highlight a potential health hazard associated with pesticide use.

A neurologist who has delivered ALS diagnoses now faces the disease themselves. The article discusses the emotional and professional impact of receiving an ALS diagnosis after years of delivering it to others.

Michael Strahan addressed backlash regarding an interview with Chris Johnson about ALS. A recent study found NFL players are four times more likely to die from neurodegenerative diseases.

Researchers have identified simple blood markers that may detect ALS years before clinical diagnosis. This discovery could enable earlier intervention for the neurodegenerative disease.

Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk, general manager Mike Borgonzi, president and CEO Burke Nihill, and head coach Robert Saleh participated in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to support former running back Chris Johnson after his ALS diagnosis. The Titans invited all NFL teams to join the challenge and donate to ALS research.

Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh from '90 Day Fiancé' addressed their followers to clarify a false claim about her ALS battle. Slatten's speech was noticeably slurred during the statement.

Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh, stars of '90 Day Fiancé,' clarified a false claim about her ALS battle. Slatten addressed their followers, displaying slurred speech during the statement.

Professional wrestler Rebel (Tanea Brooks) has been diagnosed with ALS and is raising awareness and funds for the disease. Friends like Shiloh Mount and Steve Borden (Sting) are supporting her through benefit events and the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

A man with ALS is participating in a clinical trial at Johns Hopkins Medicine testing a brain-computer interface (BCI) to control smart-home devices using brain signals. The BCI achieved 90% accuracy in executing commands like adjusting lights and television without movement or speech, maintaining performance for three months.

A man with ALS is participating in a clinical trial at Johns Hopkins Medicine testing a brain-computer interface (BCI) to control smart-home devices using brain signals. The implanted BCI achieved a 90% accuracy rate over three months, allowing the patient to operate lights and a television without movement or speech.

A man with ALS, Tim Evans, is participating in a Johns Hopkins Medicine clinical trial using a brain-computer interface (BCI) to control smart-home devices through brain signals. The BCI achieved 90% accuracy over three months without retraining, offering potential quality-of-life improvements for ALS patients.

Former Tennessee Titans players and NFL figures participated in the ALS ice bucket challenge to support Chris Johnson, who was diagnosed with ALS on June 29. The Titans shared a video featuring participants like Keith Willis, Adrian Peterson, and Charles Woodson. Rapper Young Buck and Nashville leaders, including Mayor Freddie O’Connell, also joined the challenge.

Chris Johnson’s brother Dereck discusses the family's experience after Chris's public ALS diagnosis, including the challenge of keeping it secret and the community's supportive response. The family plans to attend the Titans' home game for Chris's Ring of Honor induction, and Dereck highlights the surge in Ice Bucket Challenges in Chris's honor.

Mikhail Vinitsky, a former NYPD officer with ALS, was sued in Brooklyn Housing Court for unpaid rent and fees after being hospitalized. He claims his landlord failed to communicate via accessible methods despite knowing his condition, and Legal Aid Society has offered him representation.

Doctors warn that Ozempic and Wegovy may pose a hidden danger for users with brain disorders. The article notes that weight loss from these medications could accelerate ALS progression in patients.

Neurologists warn that GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy, which promote rapid weight loss, may worsen neurodegenerative conditions such as ALS by accelerating physical decline. A case report shows an ALS patient’s condition deteriorated after using semaglutide, stabilizing only after discontinuation.

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals will release results this quarter from a pivotal study of avexitide, a drug targeting severe, uncontrolled drops in blood sugar after stomach-reducing weight-loss surgery. The company previously voluntarily withdrew an ALS drug after a follow-on study showed it lacked efficacy.

Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell participated in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness and funds following Titans legend Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis. The mayor challenged the Nashville Predators president, Bishop Joseph Walker of Mt. Zion, and the Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball team to join. Rapper Young Buck initially challenged O’Connell to participate.

Thomas Gordon and his wife Shamaree discuss their journey following an ALS diagnosis on Fox 2 Detroit Live. The article includes a GoFundMe link for supporting the Gordon family through their ALS journey.

The article highlights a map showing ALS death hotspots in America, noting a surge in cases and a concerning trend in the worst-affected states. Experts have identified this alarming increase, raising concerns about the disease's spread.

A Tennessee man named William Ray discovered he has former football player Chris Johnson's old cell phone number after Johnson announced his ALS diagnosis. Ray began receiving messages intended for Johnson and worked to forward them to Johnson's wife, Brittany, ensuring supporters' messages reached the correct recipient.

Chris Johnson, a running back for the Tennessee Titans, revives the Ice Bucket Challenge to support ALS research after being diagnosed with the disease in 2025 at age 39. He partnered with Michael Strahan on Good Morning America and has received support from Marshawn Lynch and others who previously helped raise over $220 million for ALS research through the challenge.

Chris Johnson revives the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise ALS awareness, inspired by a recent social media post. He challenges athletes like Marshawn Lynch and former teammates to participate, following his ALS diagnosis. The campaign previously raised $135 million in the U.S. for ALS research.

Chris Johnson, a former NFL player, is reviving the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness for ALS after his diagnosis. He challenged former teammates and athletes like Marshawn Lynch to participate, referencing the 2014 campaign that raised $135 million in the U.S. and $220 million globally for ALS research.

Chris Johnson is reviving the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise ALS awareness after being diagnosed with the disease. The challenge previously raised $135 million in the U.S. and $220 million globally. Johnson challenged Marshawn Lynch, LenDale White, and Adam Jones to participate.

Chris Johnson, an NFL player diagnosed with ALS, is reviving the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness and funds for the disease. The challenge, which previously raised over $220 million globally in 2014, now includes calls for participation from athletes like Marshawn Lynch and former teammates. Johnson shared his diagnosis on Good Morning America and aims to reignite the campaign's impact.

Chris Johnson, an NFL player known for rushing for over 2,000 yards in 2009 with the Tennessee Titans, revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS. He uses a speech-generating device to communicate and is supported by his family and the Titans organization.

Chris Johnson, a Titans legend, revealed his ALS diagnosis on Good Morning America. The football community is celebrating his impact.

Chris Johnson, a former NFL running back and member of the 2,000-yard season club, announced his ALS diagnosis. The Tennessee Titans posted a highlight video of Johnson, and the team's owner released a statement. ALS is a progressive neurological disease affecting NFL players, including Steve Gleason, and the Ice Bucket Challenge raised awareness and funds for research.

A California-developed brain implant has enabled a man with ALS to communicate independently, browse the internet, and work from home for nearly two years, as reported in a study published in Nature Medicine.

Dr. Matthew Willsey, a neurosurgeon at the University of Michigan Health, performed Paradromics' first long-term brain chip implant. He transitioned from electrical engineering to neurosurgery after witnessing brain-computer interface (BCI) technology in action, aiming to develop fully implantable systems for conditions like ALS.

A Chicago son is piloting his father's final flight. The father has ALS, and the flight marks a meaningful farewell.

An AI startup, Subquadratic, claims to have solved a decade-long mathematical bottleneck in large language models, reducing computational needs and energy use. Brain-computer interface (BCI) trials are expanding, with China approving the first BCI for medical use and a case study highlighting its impact on an ALS patient.

Casey Harrell, a man with ALS, uses a brain-computer interface (BCI) to communicate, work, and engage online. The University of California, Davis team has improved the device's accuracy and added features like privacy mode. China recently approved a BCI for medical use, and trials are expanding globally.

Casey Harrell, an ALS patient, is the first 'power user' of a brain-computer interface (BCI) that enables speech and web navigation. South Koreans exhibit strong optimism about AI, with 50% of Americans expressing concern compared to 16% in South Korea, reflecting the country's tech-driven modernization ethos.

Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh from '90 Day Fiancé' made a candid confession about their sex life, following Slatten's recent ALS diagnosis.

Eric Dane's daughter graduated middle school following his death from ALS on Feb. 19. The actor passed away after a battle with the disease.

Eric Dane's daughter graduates middle school following his death from ALS. The actor, known for 'Grey's Anatomy,' passed away on Feb. 19 after battling the disease.

Actors Jane Seymour and David Hyde Pierce discussed their ALS advocacy with Eyewitness News Anchors Bill Ritter and Mike Marza ahead of the CaringKind Gala.

Temple researchers are developing AI-powered 'digital twins' to predict ALS progression and treatment outcomes. The project aims to help doctors simulate therapies and provide precise estimates for care needs. Jodi O’Donnell-Ames, a nonprofit founder, highlights the challenges families face in planning for ALS's unpredictable course.