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Edaravone formulation FAB122 fails to slow ALS progression

Note: This story was updated Jan 24, 2024, to correct that Radicava and Radicava Oral Suspension are available in Switzerland but not in other European countries. FAB122, an oral formulation of edaravone developed by Ferrer, failed to slow disease progression or extend survival in adults with amyotrophic lateral…

How I learn to live from those we’ve lost to ALS

In the wake of ALS loss, certain touchstones bring comfort every time I think of them. This includes small things like funny photographs, private nicknames, and sentimental gifts. In grief, even a favorite old coffee mug can bring immeasurable joy. I have one additional beloved thing, too: a quotation…

Familial ALS accounts for 8% of all cases, analysis suggests

The proportion of people diagnosed with familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) among all cases is 8%, according to a pooled analysis of studies published worldwide. Still, data show there was a wide variation of estimates across the studies based partly on geographical differences, study design, the definition of familial…

Novel AI-powered platform aims to help ALS patients to communicate

Researchers have unveiled a new AI-powered avatar platform — one making use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology — that aims to help people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to communicate, even when the neurodegenerative disease progresses to the point that speaking and moving become difficult or impossible. The platform…

The strange calculations we make while living with ALS

One of my favorite Christmas gifts this year was balsamic vinegar — two bottles, actually — that my husband, Todd, gave me. Todd has ALS and is paralyzed, so he spends time watching YouTube videos about various subjects. A couple months ago, he came across a video that explained…