Study Describes New Compounds With Potential to Treat ALS
Newly developed compounds derived from ebselen could be used to treat some types of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),…
Articles by Marisa Wexler, MS
C9orf72 Mutations Lead to Increased Immune Activity, Mouse Study Suggests
Mutations in the gene C9orf72, a common genetic cause of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cause immune cells to have…
ILB, Potential ALS Therapy in Phase 2 Trial,Named Orphan Drug in Europe
The European Commission has granted orphan drug designation to ILB, Tikomed‘s investigational treatment for amyotrophic…
Ultrasound Measures of Muscle May Help in Diagnosing, Evaluating ALS
Measurements taken of muscle using ultrasound could be useful in diagnosing or managing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a small study…
Study Finds Higher Risk of Prolonged Grief Among Bereaved Caregivers of MND Patients
Bereaved caregivers of people with motor neurone disease (MND) are at increased risk of prolonged grief disorder compared to the…
Diagnostic Delays in ALS ‘Surprisingly Large’ and Need Not Be, Study Says
Long delays between symptom onset and diagnosis are common with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and need not be if …
Study Examines Barriers to Social Prescribing for People With Motor Neurone Disease
Barriers need to be overcome in order to facilitate community engagement programs for people with motor neurone disease (MND),…
Research Aims to Help Advanced ALS Patients Communicate More Easily
A research project underway at the University of Rhode Island (URI) aims to help people with advanced amyotrophic…
COVID-19 Challenges ALS Care, But Telemedicine a Vast Opportunity
The COVID-19 pandemic has imposed new challenges on diagnosing, monitoring, and caring for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis…
Ventilator Adaptations Crucial for ALS Patients During COVID-19, Scientists Say
For people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) currently on non-invasive ventilation, modifications to existing equipment may help to minimize…