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7 Things to Keep in Mind If a Loved One Has ALS

An amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis can be devastating for both the patient and their family. If a loved one has recently been diagnosed with ALS, they’ll need your support now more than ever. Remember to be understanding and patient. We’ve put together a list of things to consider if a someone close to…

Explaining the Progression of ALS

This illustrated video from Stichting ALS Nederland briefly explains the neurodegenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). MORE: Could exercise help ALS patients with swallowing? It explains the progression of the disease and how it affects patients. ALS causes the brain and spinal cord to stop transmitting signals to…

Could Exercise Help ALS Patients With Swallowing?

In this video from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Speech Language Pathologist Emily Plowman talks about whether exercise can help amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients strengthen the muscles needed to swallow. MORE: Exploring the early symptoms of ALS Plowman talks about her role in a clinical trial and how previous studies have found exercise…

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Creator Diagnosed with ALS

The creator of popular children’s animation series SpongeBob SquarePants, Stephen Hillenburg, has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) according to a report on variety.com. RELATED: Neurologist explains diagnosing ALS The 55-year-old announced that he was recently diagnosed with ALS and is in the early stages of the condition.

Tips for Nursing a Patient With ALS

In this EmpowerRN video, Caroline, a registered nurse, talks through the signs, symptoms and treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and how the disease progresses. Discover seven facts about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis you might find interesting.  The video is primarily aimed at fellow nurses, offering tips on studying…

Explaining the Early Symptoms of ALS

https://vimeo.com/168979927 This short video from the ALS Association Texas Chapter shares the early symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) using simple computer-generated animation. Discover seven facts about ALS you might find interesting.  ALS is difficult to diagnose in the early stages as the symptoms presented can often mimic other diseases and conditions.

How Has Stephen Hawking Lived So Long With ALS?

Stephen Hawking is, without a doubt, the most famous person with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He’s so incredibly famous for two main reasons: firstly, he’s a brilliant scientist. He’s changed the world’s understanding of space, made history with his papers on the Big Bang Theory and wrote a bestselling book A Brief History…