Researchers identified three forms, or biotypes, of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), each with distinct mechanisms that could suggest pathways for biologically specific treatment. A machine learning model was able to classify people with ALS into these three groups using demographic and disease-related information. “The machine learning model we developed,…

My frustration brought me to tears today, and I had to take a step back and remember to care for myself in addition to caring for my husband, Todd, who has ALS. Todd’s new wheelchair was delivered today, and like the one he’s been in for the past 11…

Much of what people understand about ALS progression comes from the stories they see and hear most often — and those stories can be misleading. Social media amplifies the voices of people who have lived with the disease for years, sometimes decades. This makes perfect sense: Slower progression means…

Last week, I opened my inbox and an article from ALS News Today caught my eye. The story, “Maximizing lung function with ALS,” explained how patients can proactively manage their lung health while living with ALS. After reading it, I pumped my fist in the air, a…

Immune checkpoint proteins — proteins that help regulate immune response — were elevated on T-cells and in the blood of people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a small study found, suggesting they may play a role in how the disease develops. The increases were associated with more severe…