Forever linked Jun 13, 2010
So what made Edwards, who died in 2004 of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), so different from every other professional caddy. For one thing, before Edwards there basically were no professional caddies -- well, at least not in the way he was. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Former Memphis Football Player Jeremy Williams Named A National High School Coach of the Year Jun 5, 2010
Williams coached his squad to a perfect 10-0 regular-season record last fall - they were eliminated by the eventual state champion in the second round of the playoffs to finish 11-1 - after he was diagnosed with a terminal illness, ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Riding to practices in a golf cart, sometimes having to lean on his players as he coached, he still inspired Greenville to heights the program hadn't seen since its last unbeaten season in 1992. (Gotigersgo.com)
Disease was no match for this legend Jun 5, 2010
The legendary athlete from Hawaii was an inspirational figure to millions for his long battle with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, which struck him 32 years ago ... CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / 2005 Charlie Wedemeyer, the Punahou School graduate who became an inspirational figure during his long battle with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, died yesterday in California ... Above, Wedemeyer and his wife, Lucy, who became his voice after Lou Gehrig's disease had taken its toll on him. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
'Spirit of life' filled icon of Isle sports Jun 5, 2010
Former Punahou star battled Lou Gehrig's disease for 34 years ... Charlie Wedemeyer, one of Hawai'i's finest athletes, who defied the medical world with his 34-year battle with Lou Gehrig's disease, died yesterday morning in California ... While Wedemeyer was one of Hawai'i's most storied high school athletes, he earned his greatest accolades for his dogged fight against Lou Gehrig's disease. (Honolulu Advertiser)
No Doubt Holds Auction for Charity Jun 4, 2010
The encourages scientific research to find a cure for ALS (also known as "Lou Gehrig's disease"). a regional pediatric health care hospital which provides preventive medical care, education, and state-of-the-art pediatric biomedical research. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Notebook: Stellar day for Poquoson pitcher Jun 4, 2010
Williams suffers from Lou Gehrig's disease, and his son was born with spina bifida and is confined to a wheelchair. Williams and his family were recently the recipients of a brand-new home thanks to the ABC television series "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.". (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Greenville coach wins award Jun 3, 2010
Williams has the terminal illness amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's disease. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution chronicled Williams and the Patriots through their 2009 season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Fraser, Huelsing, Martinez and Zurcher Named Second All-C-USA May 26, 2010
The award that is named for the former East Carolina skipper who courageously battled ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) before his passing in 2006. Regular season champion Rice had the most total All-Conference selections with seven, followed by East Carolina, Memphis and Southern Miss with four. (Gotigersgo.com)
Neuralstem updates clinical trial progress May 25, 2010
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, May 24, 2010 Neuralstem, Inc. (NYSE Amex: CUR) updated the progress of its ongoing Phase I human clinical trial to treat ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease) at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia ... The company is targeting major central nervous system diseases including: Ischemic Spastic Paraplegia, Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury, Huntington's disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Annual Phillies Phestival a rousing success May 25, 2010
Since 1984, the Phillies have raised more than $11 million for the Greater Philadelphia chapter's patient services and research to help the fight against ALS -- also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Last year, the event brought in more than $860,000, and Ellyn Phillips, the president of the Greater Philadelphia chapter, has been astounded by the growing support of the community. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Surgery could cure some epilepsy sufferers May 24, 2010
The MEG machine is currently being used for studies of dementia, depression and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease. Dr. Bagic is also using it to chart the progress being made by UPMC's first hand transplant recipient, Josh Maloney, who lost his right hand in a Marine training exercise explosion. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Health: The Fires Within May 14, 2010
Now there are dozens of clinical trials of Celebrex, testing, among other things, whether the medication can also prevent breast cancer, delay memory loss or slow the progression of the devastating neurodegenerative disorder known as Lou Gehrig's disease. As cardiologists gain more experience prescribing cholesterol-lowering statins, they are discovering that the drugs are more effective at preventing heart attacks than anyone expected. (Time.com)
Blood Lead Levels Linked to ALS Risk May 13, 2010
The findings do not definitively prove that lead exposure contributes to ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. And even if lead does contribute, the risk of any one person developing the relatively uncommon disease due to lead exposure would be quite low, researchers say. (Newsmax)
Gene Mutation Links Sporadic and Inherited ALS Cases May 11, 2010
FRIDAY, May 7 (HealthDay News) -- A newly found genetic link between most cases of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, potentially opens the door to new treatments, researchers say. In the majority of cases, ALS occurs randomly from an unknown cause, but about 5 percent to 10 percent of cases are genetic and run in families. (MEDLINEplus)
Keeping active May 10, 2010
She had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease ... The ALS Association website states, "Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Fill the boot May 10, 2010
MDA is a nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, Lou Gehrig's disease and related diseases by funding worldwide research. Odessa Fire Department personnel will be working the following locations on Thursday, Friday and Saturday to raise money for MDA. (Odessa American, TX)
Fairview woman fights battle with ruthless disease May 9, 2010
She had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease ... " To learn more about this story, read Monday's Erie Times-News and . -- David Bruce Local News Headlines ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Most Read ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Nell Hardy, of Fairview Township, is living with ALS. Hardy is photographed with two of her sons, Emmet Hardy, 16, at left, and Connor Hardy, 18. The ALS Association website states, "Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Genetic Link Between Both Types of ALS Discovered May 7, 2010
ScienceDaily (May 6, 2010) Researchers from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have discovered a link between sporadic and familial forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disease also known as Lou Gehrig's disease ... (May 30, 2007) Researchers have discovered a new cellular mechanism that may better explain what causes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease ... (July 30, 2008) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more... (Science Daily)
Stem cells injected into spine May 6, 2010
Almost a year ago, Cornick was told he had ALS -- better known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The diagnosis left him "fairly devastated," he says. (CNN)
Palm Harbor Homes, Nationwide Homes and ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Inspire Mark McGuinn's New Single and Raise Awareness of ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease May 5, 2010
"market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "EDT", "TZOFFSET" : "-14400", "open" : "", "close" : "", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". Search for share prices. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pastor with ALS delivers his final sermon May 3, 2010
Doctors diagnosed Vesely, 56, last fall with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. The progressive disease affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal chord and leads to muscle weakness and paralysis. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Former teacher's body weakened by disease, but her spirit remains strong Apr 30, 2010
Most people with ALS - also called Lou Gehrig's disease - are 50 or older, but occasionally the disease cuts short the lives of young, healthy adults like Carson. "It's not just older people that get it," she said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
MU researcher developing test for swallowing disorder treatments Apr 29, 2010
Muscle degeneration and confinement to a wheelchair are the hallmarks of Lou Gehrig's disease, Parkinson's, muscular dystrophy and other neurodegenerative diseases ... The first disease that she is focusing on is Lou Gehrig's disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS.. (EurekAlert!)
Tony Franz (303) Apr 29, 2010
On April 24, after a short battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), he decided to keep his tee time in heaven. Tony did construction work for a few years before he started his own auto shop in Benson with Jimmy Teague. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Last Chance To Bid Apr 28, 2010
- In an effort to raise awareness for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), or Lou Gehrig's disease, the Florida State baseball team hosted ALS Awareness Night at the ball park back on Wednesday, April 21 at 6:00 p.m.. In honor of the special event, the Seminole players, coaches and staff wore special red jerseys for the game against Charleston Southern. (Seminoles.com)
New Hope Exists in Treating Inherited Disease by Suppressing DNA Mutations Apr 27, 2010
(May 31, 2008) Researchers lend new and valuable insight into the genetics of ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a rapidly progressive, fatal neurological disease. (Apr. (Science Daily)
•Family grieving death of husband, father Apr 26, 2010
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, better known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, took away Kent Parker's ability to do projects at his home, to hunt with his son, to tell jokes to his family and friends and, eventually, to breathe. Subscribers, to read full story. (The Daily Journal)
Lobos Close Out Regular Season at Air Force Apr 24, 2010
Jadon Phillips and the Lobos look to change their fate on the road this weekend, closing out the 2010 regular season at Air Force (Golobos.com)
Track Coach Runs Against Time Apr 24, 2010
Coach Frame looks like the picture of good health, but doctors have diagnosed him with Lou Gehrig's Disease. It's tough, but he's battling it much like he gets his runners to battle on the track. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Bid Now on ALS Jerseys Apr 23, 2010
In an effort to raise awareness for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), or Lou Gehrig's disease, the Florida State baseball team is hosting ALS Awareness Night at the ball park on Wednesday, April 21 at 6:00 p.m., when FSU takes on Charleston Southern inside Dick Howser Stadium. In honor of this special event, the Seminole players, coaches and staff will wear special red jerseys for the game against the Buccaneers. (TheTerritory.org)
FSU Beats CSU on ALS Night Apr 22, 2010
- On a night reserved for the awareness of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or Lou Gehrig's disease) the Florida State Seminoles defeated Charleston Southern, 12-4, at Field inside Dick Howser Stadium. The Seminoles out-hit the Buccaneers 14-8 and scored in five of the eight innings they came to bat to earn the mid-week victory before welcoming the Miami Hurricanes for a three-game series this weekend in one of the top rivalries in all of college baseball. (Seminoles.com)
New Treatment Helps Control Involuntary Crying and Laughing -- Common in MS, ALS Patients Apr 20, 2010
(May 30, 2007) Researchers have discovered a new cellular mechanism that may better explain what causes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease ... (May 31, 2008) Researchers lend new and valuable insight into the genetics of ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a rapidly progressive, fatal neurological disease. (Science Daily)
Click to watch: 21st Century Snake Oil Apr 19, 2010
One of those patients is Steven Watters, a college administrator in Lufkin, Texas, who, six months ago, received maybe the worst diagnosis imaginable: he has ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. About 30,000 Americans have ALS at any given time. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
AIR FORCE Charleston Helps Officer's Son Apr 17, 2010
" Now, going on 4 years old, Max still struggles with SMA, a disease which afflicts approximately one in 6,000 children at birth and is similar in symptoms to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Captain High said his son's diagnosis came as a surprise. How is it that he, his wife and both their families have no trace of this disease which suddenly appeared with Max? As it turns out, the genetic disease appears with the presence of two recessive genes in an... (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Eye on the competition Apr 16, 2010
Shuman's training efforts intensified a few years ago when people close to her fell ill with diagnoses of lung cancer, breast cancer and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also called Lou Gehrig's disease. One of the most avid supporters of her athletic pursuits a colleague two years her junior died two weeks before Shuman qualified for Boston. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Treatment Eases Involuntary Laughing, Crying Tied to Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis Apr 16, 2010
The study authors note that PBA typically manifests in patients with an underlying neurological illness, including those with multiple sclerosis (MS), ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig's disease) or Alzheimer's, as well as patients suffering from other dementias and/or brain infections and injuries. Pioro said that conservative estimates put the number of Americans with PBA at close to 2 million, although he said the figure might actually be as high as 6 million to 7 million. (MEDLINEplus)
New Guidelines for Drivers With Dementia Apr 14, 2010
A neurologist is a doctor with specialized training in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), multiple sclerosis, stroke, and migraine. Special Links. (Newsmax)
Gulf War Syndrome Is Real, But Causes Unclear Apr 13, 2010
In addition, service during the Gulf War is associated with fibromyalgia and chronic widespread pain, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (the neurological disorder also known as "Lou Gehrig's disease") and sexual difficulties. However, more research is needed to understand the biological underpinnings of these illnesses, Hauser said. (MEDLINEplus)
Accessible homes easier to find Apr 13, 2010
He is afflicted with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The Madigans' hillside home, listed at $1. (AZCentral -- Home)
'The Lake Shore Limited,' by Sue Miller Apr 12, 2010
So will Rafe, the play's male lead, who struggles with his wife's deterioration from Lou Gehrig's disease. Connections - sexual and other - reconfigure, not quite predictably. (San Francisco Chronicle)
No Evidence That Lithium Helps in ALS Apr 8, 2010
TUESDAY, April 6 (HealthDay News) -- The drug lithium doesn't delay progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig's disease, and shouldn't be used to treat patients with the disease, researchers say. The findings from a new study contradict promising results from a small pilot study that led to a high level of off-label use of lithium to treat people with ALS, a fatal motor neuron condition. (MEDLINEplus)
Lithium Doesn't Slow Lou Gehrig's Apr 8, 2010
Lithium doesn't help patients with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, contrary to previous study results, new research says ... In the first trial to scientifically assess whether lithium works for Lou Gehrig's disease, doctors found it had no effect and stopped the study early because it seemed futile ... American and Canadian doctors enrolled 84 patients with Lou Gehrig's disease into their study across both countries. (Newsmax)
Western Carolina Baseball Hosts Book Signing on Saturday Apr 7, 2010
LeClair's inspirational life, which ended in 2006 at age 40 after a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease), has been chronicled in Coaching Third: The Keith LeClair Story, a book released last month ... The story, told in 10 chapters, LeClair's love for baseball, his Lou Gehrig's Disease battle and his life's beliefs. (Catamountsports.com)
Clue to Cause of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Revealed in New Genetic Study Apr 7, 2010
Ultimately, the researchers hope that understanding what is causing motor neuron disease (MND), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, will lead to new avenues for treatment ... (May 30, 2007) Researchers have discovered a new cellular mechanism that may better explain what causes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease ... (May 31, 2008) Researchers lend new and valuable insight into the genetics of ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou... (Science Daily)
Schilling: A look at Red Sox Apr 7, 2010
Curt and his wife, Shonda, have raised money to fight ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) through , as well as encouraged awareness for sun protection through the and recently announced their support for the after their third child was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. ALSO SEE. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Experts: Lithium doesn't slow Lou Gehrig's disease Apr 7, 2010
LONDON Lithium doesn't help patients with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, contrary to previous study results, new research says ... In the first trial to scientifically assess whether lithium works for Lou Gehrig's disease, doctors found it had no effect and stopped the study early because it seemed futile ... American and Canadian doctors enrolled 84 patients with Lou Gehrig's disease into their study across both countries. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Butler fan won't let ALS stop him Apr 2, 2010
Lou Gehrig's Disease has taken just about everything away from Matt White. That includes his ability to run, speak, breathe and even swallow on his own. (The News-Press -- Sports)
Do it 'just for one day,' Florine Mark says in Sterling Heights Apr 2, 2010
At one point, Mark's husband was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease, which rendered him incapable of moving as the illness took control of his body. She used those struggles as an excuse to eat - especially ice cream, she said. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
ALS Awareness Game Apr 1, 2010
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), or Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord, was first described in 1869 by the noted French neurologist Jean-Martin Charcot. Although the cause of ALS is not completely understood, the last decade has brought a wealth of new scientific understanding about the disease that provides hope for the future. (Seminoles.com)
Lobos Kick Off Home Stand Against Northern Arizona Mar 28, 2010
The University of New Mexico men's and women's tennis teams are partnering up with the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association (ALSA) to help in the fight against ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease ... Every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease and every 90 minutes someone dies from this disease. (Golobos.com)
Heisey's strength comes from within Mar 23, 2010
Craig went to Johns Hopkins Medical Center, where he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as "Lou Gehrig's Disease." On Oct. 5, 2007, Chris' dad -- his best friend -- passed away. "I finished the season in Sarasota in 'A' ball," says Chris. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
New Stem Cell Breakthroughs Mar 19, 2010
For example, researchers have taken skin from patients with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), turned them into stem cells, then turned the stem cells into the kind of nerve cells (motor neurons) damaged in the disease. Now - for the first time - they can study living nerves from somebody with ALS and see how they differ from normal nerves. (CBS News -- Health)
LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Mar 19, 2010
Navarro now performs solo as Lowen was diagnosed in 2004 with the neuromuscular disease ALS - Lou Gehrig's Disease. The diagnosis came in the midst of recording what many consider to be their finest LP, "All the Time in the World." The title track was written by Iowa-based singer-songwriter Dave Moore, who has performed for Grassroots Concerts. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Cholla High students playing mind games Mar 18, 2010
More than 100 brain experts are here, exchanging information on everything from pain to Lou Gehrig's disease. 2010 KOLD. All rights reserved. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Painfully Few Surefire Treatments for Muscle Cramps Mar 5, 2010
But they can be indicators of kidney or liver disease as well as neurological conditions, such as Lou Gehrig's disease and peripheral neuropathy associated with late-stage type-2 diabetes. For this reason, people experiencing significant cramping are encouraged to consult a physician. (Science Daily)
Lobos Heading to Twin Cities to Face a Pair of Ranked Foes Mar 4, 2010
Ben Dunbar (left), Jadon Phillips (right) and the rest of the Lobos look to climb the national rankings with wins over No. 46 Minnesota and No. 22 Washington this weekend inMinneapolis, Minn. -- The University of New Mexico men's tennis team will play matches two and three of its eight-match road swing this weekend against a pair of top-50 teams. (Golobos.com)
Greenville High School facilities get ‘Extreme Makeover' too Feb 27, 2010
com reenville High School head football coach Jeremy Williams, dying from Lou Gehrig's disease, pauses to read a plaque at the front door of his football field house that was named in his honor today as part of the Home Makeover show on Friday, Feb.26, 2010 ... Williams suffers from Lou Gehrig's disease, and his young son has spina bifida. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Fundraiser this weekend for Mike Lavigne Feb 27, 2010
In April 2007 after noticing several small physical ailments he was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The once strapping young man who tubed the Battenkill rapids with friends now needs help to get out of bed. (Community News Weekly, NY)
Season tickets available for OPTP's 30th year Feb 25, 2010
Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch happens to catch Morrie's appearance on a television news program and learns that his old professor is battling Lou Gehrig's disease. The two reunite, and what starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage and a last class in the meaning of life. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'Extreme Makeover' aids HS coach Feb 24, 2010
Williams is the coach who led Greenville High to the second round of the state playoffs while battling ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. Greenville is a school of 380 students in Meriweather County. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
George Daley to discuss challenges and opportunities facing stem cell scientists Feb 21, 2010
Daley and other scientists are using iPS technology to reprogram cells from patients with diseases such as Lou Gehrig's disease (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), Huntington's disease, and diabetes. With these "disease-specific" iPS cells in hand, researchers can learn more about how such diseases develop and hopefully identify new therapeutic strategies. (EurekAlert!)
Lobos Kick off Six-Match Road Trip at New Mexico State Feb 20, 2010
Carl Ho and the rest of the Lobos kick off a six-match road trip in Las Cruces Saturday at 1 p.m.. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The 57th-ranked University of New Mexico men's tennis team hits the road Saturday afternoon, heading to Las Cruces, N.M. to take on interstate rival New Mexico State. (Golobos.com)
Muscle loss finding may one day save physiques Feb 13, 2010
Insights gleaned about muscle loss can help scientists better understand other neuromuscular diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease). "Age-related muscle atrophy is a complex process and involves multiple systems," Dr. Van Remmen said. (EurekAlert!)
Three Brain Diseases Linked by Toxic Form of Same Neural Protein Feb 5, 2010
4, 2010) For the first time, researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have found that three different degenerative brain disorders are linked by a toxic form of the same protein. The protein, called Elk-1, was found in clumps of misshaped proteins that are the hallmarks of Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and Huntington's disease. (Science Daily)
Lobos Host Pair of Weekend Matches Feb 5, 2010
Sophomore Ben Dunbar and the Lobos are on their home courts for the next three matchs (Golobos.com)
