FTC Warns Companies Against Unsubstantiated Advertising of CBD Products for ALS
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sent warning letters to three companies that sell cannabis-based products containing…
Articles by Marisa Wexler, MS
Study Supports Cdk5 as Therapeutic Target for ALS
Inhibition of a protein called Cdk5 in the brain increases lifespan and improves motor function in mice with amyotrophic…
Measures of Lung Health Help to Predict Likely Outcomes in ALS Patients, Study Suggests
Measuring lung function can help to predict overall disease progression in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a study suggests.
New Dynamic Neck Brace May Improve Head, Neck Range of Motion for ALS Patients, Study Says
A newly developed robotic neck brace may improve quality of life for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and…
Klotho Protein Protects Brains of ALS Mice, Study Suggests
The klotho protein may have brain-protecting effects in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to a study in mice that…
Copper-ATSM Prevented Motor Neuron Loss in SALS Mouse Model
Copper-ATSM — a compound originally used as an imaging agent — prevented motor neuron loss and reduced brain inflammation…
#AANAM — Research Examines Clinical, Genetic Features of ALS Type 4
New research details some of the clinical and genetic changes and imaging features seen in patients with amyotrophic lateral…
#AANAM – Art Therapy Can Improve Psychological Well-Being In ALS Patients, Study Reports
Making digital art can be beneficial for the psychological health of people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a proof-of-concept study…
#AANAM — Leukemia Therapy May Also Treat ALS, Mouse Study Suggests
A cancer therapy called imatinib mesylate (sold under the brand name Gleevec) has the potential to slow progression in…
#AANAM — Radicava May Limit Functional Decline in ALS Patients, Review Study Suggests
Radicava (edaravone) may prevent functional deterioration in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients, results from a literature review suggest.