ALS

• Western University researchers make breakthrough on possible ALS treatment

  Researchers at Western University have made a discovery, showing that a protein can reverse, halt or prevent the death of motor neurons.

  Health

  May 13, 2024
  
• ‘Absolutely inspirational’: Canucks fan with ALS a symbol of hope

  Jan Bruce has lived with ALS for more than 11 years. There's no known cure for the progressively degenerative disease, but that knowledge hasn't slowed Bruce down.

  Health

  May 2, 2024
  
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• A look at ALS and how it affects British Columbians

  Global News Morning BC is taking a closer look at British Columbians who are living with ALS and how the disease has changed their lives and the lives of those around them.

  Health

  Apr 22, 2024
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• ALS drug will be pulled from Canada, U.S. markets after failed trial

  Amylyx Pharmaceuticals will withdraw its ALS drug - its only product in the market - from the U.S. and Canada after the treatment failed in a key late-stage trial.

  Health

  Apr 4, 2024
• Golfing, gardening may be linked to ALS risk. Here’s how

  Outdoor recreation activities, such as golfing, gardening and hunting may increase a man's likelihood of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to a study. 

  Health

  Mar 19, 2024
• Kenneth Mitchell, Canadian ‘Star Trek’ and Marvel actor, dies at 49

  Kenneth Mitchell is being remembered as a talented actor, father and advocate for those living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

  Entertainment

  Feb 26, 2024
• Quebec researchers look at targeting inflammation as possible treatment for ALS

  A new study out of Université Laval suggests blocking inflammation could reduce symptoms in some patients living with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

  Health

  Jan 19, 2024
• Letcher ignites Alouettes comeback as Elks fall 35-21 at home

  The Montreal Alouettes came back from a 21-3 deficit to beat the Edmonton Elks 35-21 Saturday at Commonwealth Stadium, for their fourth win in a row.

  Canada

  Oct 14, 2023
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• Memorial service held for Calgary Flames’ Chris Snow: ‘He shared his vulnerability with the world’

  'His voice plays in our minds and in our hearts now and forever. We walk forward with his light guiding our way,' Kelsie Snow said.

  Canada

  Oct 12, 2023
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• Calgary Flames AGM Chris Snow dies following ALS battle

  Chris Snow died Saturday at 42 years old, after a four year battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

  Canada

  Oct 1, 2023