In 2022, researchers had time to resume projects they were forced to put on hold, and the USA TODAY health team has spent the year reporting on novel procedures, medical discoveries, and advances in disease prevention and treatment.
People who work in manufacturing, welding and chemical operations and are exposed to hazardous chemicals may face a higher risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a new study found.
There is no cure for ALS, which Linda Lindy Anne Lund was diagnosed with last year
"My sweet mother Lindy has lost her battle with ALS," Vonn wrote in an Instagram post. "She passed away peacefully as I held her hand, exactly one year after her diagnosis. I am so grateful for every moment I had with her but I am also thankful that she is no longer suffering and in peace. She was a shining light that will never fade and I will forever be inspired by her."
"It makes me incredibly proud of Rhode Island because I think people underestimate us a lot. We're the smallest state, but I think what we've proved again a second year in a row is that we might be the smallest but we have the biggest heart and when Rhode Islanders get together to join a cause they really show up for it," said Beth Flanagan, executive director of the ALS Rhode Island Chapter.
The postdoctoral researcher at King’s College London provided background on why gene therapies have not seen as much success in treating ALS, and the need for additional validation of genetic mutations.
The postdoctoral researcher at King’s College London provided insight on the immunologic differences between genes linked with ALS, and the important aspects to consider for gene-targeted therapies.
The postdoctoral researcher at King’s College London discussed the mechanistic role SARM1 gene mutations play in the development and progression of ALS.
The "ice bucket challenge" back in 2014 brought about so much awareness that it became a viral sensation, raising a total of $115 million for research.