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May 31, 2025

Brain implant enables ALS patient to communicate using AI

Brad G. Smith, an ALS patient, regains communication abilities with a Neuralink implant, illustrating the potential of brain-computer interfaces in aiding speech impairments.

May 1, 2025

Ice bucket challenge revival for mental health sparks controversy among ALS community

Once a viral fundraiser for ALS, the Ice Bucket Challenge has resurfaced to benefit the mental health group Active Minds, drawing backlash from some in the ALS community.

May 1, 2025

In Ice Bucket Challenge revival, girls get dumped with ice water for mental health

The viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has been relaunched for mental health awareness. Watch as a new generation participates.

April 29, 2025

Paralyzed man with ALS is third to receive NeuraLink implant, can type with brain

Brad Smith, an Arizona husband and father with ALS, has become the third person to receive Neuralink, the brain implant made by Elon Musk’s company.

April 10, 2025

'Grey's Anatomy' alum Eric Dane diagnosed with ALS

The "Euphoria" and "Grey's Anatomy" star has been diagnosed with ALS, a nervous system disease that is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

March 19, 2025

Doctor shares ways to prevent getting Parkinson's disease

Rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani shares strategies for preventing what a new study projects will be a prevalence of Parkinson's disease on 'America Reports.'

October 15, 2024

Experimental ALS drug could offer new hope for patients if approved, researchers say

New hope could be on the horizon for ALS patients in the form of a “breakthrough" drug, researchers say. Neuvivo is seeking approval for an experimental medication for the neurological condition.

September 14, 2024

Ex-Saints player Steve Gleason stable after being moved to hospital as Hurricane Francine made landfall

Former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason was stable after he was moved to a hospital in the midst of Hurricane Francine hitting Louisiana.

June 8, 2024

Bears great Steve 'Mongo' McMichael unable to travel for Hall of Fame induction ceremony, spokesperson says

A spokesperson for Steve "Mongo" McMichael said Hall of Fame organizers are making plans for a special presentation at the home of the former Bears player.

April 26, 2024

Zac Brown Band's founding member admits he's 'scared to death' of new technology

Zac Brown Band founding member and three-time Grammy winner John Driskell Hopkins shared why he is "scared to death" of artificial intelligence.