ALS

Men who engage in recreational activities such as golf, gardening and woodworking are at higher risk of developing ALS, an incurable progressive nervous system disease, a study has found. The findings add to mounting evidence suggesting a link between ALS and exposure to environmental toxins.Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), sometimes called Lou Gehrig's disease, causes progressive motor function loss and cognitive changes. While a definitive cause for the condition hasn't been identified, studies have increasingly…

Canadian Actor Kenneth Mitchell known for his roles in films like `Captain Marvel` and `Star Trek: Discovery` died on Saturday at the age of 49. He was battling complications caused by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). He passed away on February 24. Kenneth`s family shared a statement on Instagram and X, "He`s portrayed an Olympic hopeful, an apocalypse survivor, an astronaut, a superhero`s dad, and four unique Star Trekkers. But to those close to him, he was known as a hope seeker, daydreamer, dream believer,…

Canadian actor Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, renowned for his notable Hollywood performances including Star Trek: Discovery, passed away at the age of 49 due to complications from ALS on Saturday. His family members confirmed his death, sharing an official statement on social media. Captain Marvel star Kenneth Mitchell dies at 49 (Getty images, X) Kenneth Mitchell dies at 49 suffering from ALS“With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and…

Researchers at the University of Helsinki have identified CDNF as a potential breakthrough treatment for ALS, showing its efficacy in improving motor behavior and reducing paralysis symptoms in animal models, thereby offering hope for more effective ALS therapies.A team of researchers at the University of Helsinki, along with their collaborators, have discovered a promising drug candidate for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The drug, cerebral dopamine neurotrophic factor CDNF has shown positive…

By Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health July 7, 2023An 18-month study found that people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) who maintained higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood demonstrated a slower rate of physical functional decline and a reduced risk of premature death in comparison to individuals with lower omega-3 levels. Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid abundant in nuts, seeds, and oils, was particularly influential in this correlation. ALS patients with elevated ALA levels…

Photo of iPSCs-derived Motor neurons derived from an ALS patient. Credit: Morimoto et al/Cell Stem CellAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease is a lethal neurological disorder that progressively results in individuals losing muscle control. Currently, there is no cure, and the primary focus of treatments is to alleviate symptoms and offer supportive care. Early clinical trial findings recently published in the journal Cell Stem Cell, demonstrated that the drug ropinirole, typically used…

Scientists have identified a virus-like protein, PEG10, as a significant factor in ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) progression. Usually associated with placental development, PEG10 changes cell behavior in a harmful way when present in high amounts in nerve tissue. This discovery opens up potential new avenues for ALS diagnosis and treatment.Study identifies promising new target for treating underlying cause of the fatal disease.More than 5,000 people are diagnosed annually with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), a…

A pedestrian walks past Biogen Inc. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Monday, June 7, 2021.Adam Glanzman | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThe Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday granted accelerated approval for Biogen's drug tofersen, which treats a rare and aggressive form of the disease known as ALS.Accelerated approval is an FDA designation that clears drugs faster if they fill an unmet medical need for serious conditions. The approval requires Biogen and its co-developer Ionis to further study tofersen and…

An exhibition and charity auction of original works and prints donated by fourteen artists in memory of Carlos Pacheco raised €3250 (over $3500) for the Spanish ALS Association (adELA) last weekend at the 41st edition of Comic Barcelona. The exhibition showcasing the works prior to auction was entitled Gracias Carlos! The auction took place over the festival weekend, March 31 to April 2. On Twitter the festival issued thanks, saying (translated): “3250 thousand thanks. “€3,250 raised at the auction in honor of Carlos…

Generative AI has the potential to transform how we live and work, but it requires complex compute. Intel aims to make this technology accessible to everyone by collaborating with industry partners to support an open AI ecosystem. ChatGPT, a generative AI chatbot, highlights the need for hardware and software solutions that enable AI to reach its full potential. An open ecosystem allows developers to build and deploy AI everywhere while prioritizing power, price, and performance.Intel is optimizing open-source frameworks…