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Eric Dane not retiring despite ALS battle, loss of function in one arm

Eric Dane shared his journey with his ALS diagnosis, saying he maintains a positive outlook as he continues acting despite physical challenges.

Cleveland Browns June 14

Former Falcons star Tim Green 'proud' of Shedeur Sanders' positivity after his NFL Draft free fall

Former Atlanta Falcons first-round pick Tim Green spoke with Fox News Digital about how proud he was of Shedeur Sanders for how he handled his NFL Draft free fall.

Atlanta Falcons June 13

Former Falcons star Tim Green refuses to let ALS silence him as father-son podcast creates lasting legacy

Former Atlanta Falcons first-round pick Tim Green was diagnosed with ALS in 2018 but refused to be silenced by the disease and started a podcast with his son.

Tech May 31

Brain implant enables ALS patient to communicate using AI

Brad G. Smith, an ALS patient, regains communication abilities with a Neuralink implant, illustrating the potential of brain-computer interfaces in aiding speech impairments.

Health May 1

Ice bucket challenge revival for mental health sparks controversy among ALS community

Once a viral fundraiser for ALS, the Ice Bucket Challenge has resurfaced to benefit the mental health group Active Minds, drawing backlash from some in the ALS community.

VIDEO May 1

In Ice Bucket Challenge revival, girls get dumped with ice water for mental health

The viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has been relaunched for mental health awareness. Watch as a new generation participates.

Health April 29

Paralyzed man with ALS is third to receive NeuraLink implant, can type with brain

Brad Smith, an Arizona husband and father with ALS, has become the third person to receive Neuralink, the brain implant made by Elon Musk’s company.

Entertainment April 10

'Grey's Anatomy' alum Eric Dane diagnosed with ALS

The "Euphoria" and "Grey's Anatomy" star has been diagnosed with ALS, a nervous system disease that is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

VIDEO March 19

Doctor shares ways to prevent getting Parkinson's disease

Rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani shares strategies for preventing what a new study projects will be a prevalence of Parkinson's disease on 'America Reports.'

HEALTH October 15

Experimental ALS drug could offer new hope for patients if approved, researchers say

New hope could be on the horizon for ALS patients in the form of a “breakthrough" drug, researchers say. Neuvivo is seeking approval for an experimental medication for the neurological condition.

New Orleans Saints September 14

Ex-Saints player Steve Gleason stable after being moved to hospital as Hurricane Francine made landfall

Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason was stable after he was moved to a hospital in the midst of Hurricane Francine hitting Louisiana.

Chicago Bears June 8, 2024

Bears great Steve 'Mongo' McMichael unable to travel for Hall of Fame induction ceremony, spokesperson says

A spokesperson for Steve "Mongo" McMichael said Hall of Fame organizers are making plans for a special presentation at the home of the former Bears player.

Exclusive April 26, 2024

Zac Brown Band's founding member admits he's 'scared to death' of new technology

Zac Brown Band founding member and three-time Grammy winner John Driskell Hopkins shared why he is "scared to death" of artificial intelligence.

Portland Trail Blazers April 6, 2024

Trail Blazers radio host Mike Lynch steps down amid ALS diagnosis: 'I am devastated and overwhelmed'

Portland Trail Blazers radio host Mike Lynch took to social media to share the somber news of his ALS diagnosis and his departure from radio.

Chicago Bears February 22, 2024

Hall of Famer Steve McMichael will be discharged from hospital, Walter Payton's son says

After spending last week in intensive care from developing infections, Steve "Mongo" McMichael will be released from a hospital Thursday.

Chicago Bears February 17, 2024

Hall of Famer Steve 'Mongo' McMichael undergoes blood transfusion after developing infections

Chicago Bears legend Steve "Mongo" McMichael, recently named a Hall of Famer, underwent a blood transfusion earlier this week for MRSA and a UTI.

Chicago Bears February 9, 2024

Bears great Steve 'Mongo' McMichael celebrates Hall of Fame induction amid ongoing ALS battle

After years of waiting, Steve McMichael's name was finally called for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The former defensive tackle rose to glory during his career with the Bears.

NFL February 9, 2024

Ex-NFL star Matt Ryan says it 'made the most sense' to move on from football despite teams calling

Former Atlanta Falcons star Matt Ryan told Fox News Digital teams approached him to play for them, but he elected to stay in the studio.

Rob Gronkowski October 12, 2023

Rob Gronkowski discusses new charity venture with longtime girlfriend, how they both have been affected by ALS

Rob Gronkowski and longtime girlfriend Camille Kostek co-founded Voomerang, a platform to make fundraising more engaging, entertaining and meaningful.

MLB October 7, 2023

Former MLB pitcher Jim Poole dead at 57 after battle with ALS

Jim Poole, a former MLB relief pitcher, died Friday at the age of 57 after a bout with ALS, two years after he was diagnosed with the disease.

Calgary Flames September 27, 2023

NHL assistant GM suffers ‘catastrophic brain injury’ amid ALS battle, wife reveals

Calgary Flames assistant general manager Chris Snow suffered a "catastrophic brain injury" after going into cardiac arrest on Tuesday, his wife said on social media Wednesday.

OPINION September 24, 2023

A mother's hope for treating ALS

A treatment under FDA review could change my son's life. He has already received multiple doses, and it helped him regain the ability to breathe, eat and move his hands.

Departed August 9, 2023

Sandra Bullock's partner Bryan Randall mourned by celeb friends as he inspires massive spike in ALS donations

Sandra Bullock's partner Bryan Randall is being remembered by famous friends following his death after his private battle with ALS, but he's also making an impact.

Chicago Bears August 5, 2023

Bears great Steve McMichael admitted to ICU with sepsis and pneumonia

Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael was admitted to the ICU Thursday with sepsis and pneumonia, McMichael's wife said in an Instagram post.

Exclusive June 9, 2023

Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins fights ALS diagnosis: 'Crying sucks'

Zac Brown Band founding member John Driskell Hopkins raised more than $200,000 for his ALS nonprofit with a concert on Lou Gehrig's Day at the Cincinnati Reds' game

Massachusetts April 25, 2023

FDA approves drug treating rare form of Lou Gehrig's disease

Food and Drug Administration regulators on Tuesday approved the drug tofersen, a first-of-its-kind treatment for a rare, inherited form of ALS.

Health December 18, 2022

$158,000 price tag for new ALS drug reignites anger at Big Pharma

A new drug that slows the progression of ALS is exorbitantly expensive, one again raising anger at the pharmaceutical industry for locking life-changing drugs behind high costs.

ENTERTAINMENT November 14, 2022

Roberta Flack has been diagnosed with ALS: 'Impossible to sing and not easy to speak'

Grammy award-winning singer Roberta Flack has been diagnosed with ALS, which has made it "impossible" for her to sing and difficult to speak.

ENTERTAINMENT October 27, 2022

Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins discusses ALS diagnosis and 'responsibility' to 'spread the word'

Country star John Driskell Hopkins, vocalist and guitarist in the Zac Brown Band, spoke about the challenges he faces with ALS after being diagnosed late last year.

HEALTH September 29, 2022

Much-debated drug from Amylyx for Lou Gehrig’s disease wins FDA approval

A drug from Amylyx Pharmaceuticals to treat ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, won U.S. approval on Thursday from the Food and Drug Administration based on the results of a small, mid-stage study.