Ex-NFL player Chris Johnson shares thoughts on ALS risk in a letter to his kids.
Chris Johnson has visited nearly every major ALS clinic in the country and noted the reactions from neurologists once they learned about his football background. He’s the sixth player in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards in a single season and recently read a study revealing that former NFL players have a nearly fourfold […]
Jenny and Sumit from “90 Day Fiance” provide a touching update on her fight with ALS.
Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh, stars of “90 Day Fiancé,” recently revealed that Slatten has lost the ability to speak as she continues to battle amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In a touching video shared on Instagram, Singh asked Slatten if she had a message for their followers. Her response was slow and heartbreaking: “No, I […]
Titans will honor Chris Johnson by including him in the Ring of Honor following his ALS diagnosis.
Titans’ Season Opener Holds Special Significance This season opener for the Titans against the Jets is particularly meaningful. It’s not just Robert Saleh’s first game against the Titans, a team he previously coached, but also marks the NFL debut of Colonel Tate, the team’s fourth overall pick. Furthermore, the Titans recently announced that running back […]
Ryan Fitzpatrick responds to Chris Johnson’s ALS diagnosis
Chris Johnson Diagnosed with ALS The NFL community was left shocked on Monday when it was revealed that Chris Johnson, one of only nine players to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season, has been diagnosed with ALS. This news hit Ryan Fitzpatrick hard. He played one season with Johnson on the Tennessee […]
Understanding ALS: Chris Johnson’s diagnosis and the potential link between his NFL career and increased risk
Former NFL player Chris Johnson has revealed that he is living with ALS, a condition that has already taken away his ability to speak. During an emotional appearance on “Good Morning America,” Johnson shared the news using a voice-generating device that utilizes recorded audio. “It’s progressing much faster than I ever imagined,” he noted. “I […]
Former NFL player Chris Johnson discloses unexpected ALS diagnosis
Chris Johnson Reveals ALS Diagnosis On Monday, former NFL star Chris Johnson shared a startling update: he was diagnosed with ALS last year at the age of 39. This revelation came during his appearance on “Good Morning America.” Reflecting on his condition, Johnson, who is now 40, explained to Michael Strahan, “There’s no history of […]
Iowa meteorologist Jeriann Ritter shares her ALS diagnosis
Jerian Ritter, a well-known meteorologist from Iowa, shared some heartbreaking news about her diagnosis with a progressive form of ALS. This condition can end careers and it was prompted by viewers questioning if she was drinking while on-air. Ritter has been a prominent weather presenter for NBC’s WHO 13 in Des Moines since 2004, and […]
Rebecca Gayheart grieves the loss of her Grey’s Anatomy co-star Eric Dane, who passed away from ALS.
Rebecca Gayheart Reflects on Husband Eric Dane’s Passing Rebecca Gayheart is expressing her grief following the death of her estranged husband, Eric Dane. Just days after the “Grey’s Anatomy” star died from ALS, the 54-year-old actress reached out on social media to appreciate the support she’s received. In an Instagram Story shared on Sunday, she […]
Eric Dane’s passing ignites discussion about ALS and raises awareness of the disease across the country.
Eric Dane’s ALS Diagnosis and Its Implications Eric Dane’s recent death has reignited discussions around ALS, known formally as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive and ultimately fatal condition. Commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS significantly weakens the body and affects motor functions. According to the ALS Association, approximately 5,000 individuals in the United […]
Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Actor and ALS Awareness Supporter, Passes Away at 53
Actor Eric Dane Diagnosed with ALS Eric Dane, known for his role as Captain Tom Chandler on the TNT drama The Last Ship, revealed in April 2025 that he has been diagnosed with ALS, a debilitating disease that progressively attacks nerve cells responsible for muscle control. The show was discontinued in 2017, coinciding with Dane’s […]