Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

• 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
  
• Sandra Bullock’s partner Bryan Randall dies at 57 after private ALS battle

  "Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honor his request," his family said in a statement.

  Entertainment

  Aug 8, 2023
  
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• Ottawa Senators assistant coach Bob Jones diagnosed with ALS

  Jones, 53, is currently in his fourth season as an assistant coach with the Senators after being appointed to head coach D.J. Smith's staff on July 5, 2019.

  Sports

  Jan 24, 2023
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• Montreal cyclist arrives in Saskatchewan on cross-Canada ALS fundraising tour

  Hugo Lambert is cycling across Canada this summer in memory of his mom, to raise money for ALS research and to support others affected by the fatal disease.

  Canada

  Aug 10, 2022
• Toronto Maple Leafs great Borje Salming diagnosed with ALS

  "Since I started playing ice hockey as a little kid in Kiruna, and throughout my career, I have given it my all. And I will continue to do so."

  Canada

  Aug 10, 2022
• London, Ont. resident details diagnosis, to lead Walk to End ALS event on Saturday

  London, Ont., resident Mathew Brown was diagnosed with ALS in March. On Saturday, he will lead the Walk to End ALS event in Springbank Gardens.

  Canada

  Jun 24, 2022
• Canada becomes first country to approve experimental ALS drug treatment Albrioza

  Although Health Canada has approved the drug treatment Albrioza, the drug is still under the U.S.'s Food and Drug Administration review.

  Health

  Jun 13, 2022
• Former Montreal Alouettes fullback, Grey Cup winner Michael Soles passes away at 54

  Former Montreal Alouettes fullback Michael Soles passed away on Wednesday at the age of 54 after a lengthy struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

  Canada

  Jul 8, 2021
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• #OneOnAdam: Why some Alberta friends are honouring a buddy with beer

  Edmonton's Sea Change Brewing Company is donating a dollar from each four-pack of Adam's Pale Ale to the ALS Society of Alberta, in memory of Adam Rombough.

  Health

  Jun 10, 2021
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• Calgarians run to raise money for ALS care, research

  Calgarians participated in the 23rd annual Betty’s Run for ALS in North Glenmore Park on Sunday.

  Health

  Jun 9, 2019