A Complete Guide To Understanding And Living With ALS

ALS is a rare, rapidly progressing neurodegenerative disease, affecting the brain and spinal cord. In the UK, five people every day are killed by the condition, usually within 14 months of initial diagnosis, and yet very little is known about it. This guide to understanding ALS looks at what causes the condition, how it progresses and what the future holds for ALS research.

ALS Explained

ALS is a neurodegenerative disorder which means it damages the nerve pathways within the body. The disease progresses rapidly, damaging the brain and spinal cord, affecting the nerves responsible for controlling body movement. Body movement is …read more