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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Caitlin Hornik

Ex-NFL star Chris Johnson, 39, reveals ALS diagnosis

Former NFL star Chris Johnson has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease.

ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. There is currently no cure.

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