If you didn't have the time to listen to this podcast episode, or if you prefer having some notes instead, here are 4 key points from Monday's episode.
ALS stands for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease which "robs you of your muscles".
ALS impacts individuals without any discrimination, some studies show it could be 5-10% familial or even environmental.
The average lifespan for individuals with after receiving this diagnosis is 2-5 years.
There is currently no cure .
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Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HrmUMSf7iJLcdxvnl9P0o?si=08f405a1a3a84df7
Apple Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-l-s/id1591999858?i=1000662958370
Youtube link: https://youtu.be/87emuQHO2S0?si=HsrOnxwsN9yJCgwZ
Let's keep changing lives!
Townsend
Keep in mind: The information presented here is based on discussions from the podcast and not provided by medical or research experts. Therefore, data and information obtained elsewhere may differ.