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Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he has been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL star Chris Johnson announced that he's been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
TL;DR
- Former NFL star Chris Johnson announced his diagnosis with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease).
- He received the diagnosis last year and shared the news on 'Good Morning America' with Michael Strahan.
- Johnson believes he has 'sporadic' ALS, meaning it's not inherited.
- ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells, leading to loss of motor function.
- Johnson uses a device controlled by eye movements to speak due to the disease's progression.
- He expressed hope that sharing his story will aid in earlier diagnoses, inspire research, and provide hope.
- Johnson wants to emphasize that he is still himself, despite his body's limitations, and that his mind remains sharp.
- His wife, Brittany Johnson, expressed concern for their four young children and the changes the diagnosis has brought to their lives.