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In world first, Israeli scientists use RNA-based gene therapy to stop ALS deterioration

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:03:14 +0000

By adding a microRNA molecule to ALS models, Tel Aviv University, Ben-Gurion University and Weizmann Institute researchers say the damaged nerve cells 'even regenerated'

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Circumventing Israeli law, judge grants ALS patient’s right to die; he donates his organs

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:47:13 +0000

Mechanically ventilated oxygen for Michael Podolsky, 44, was reduced at Sheba Medical Center last week; became the first ALS patient under end-of-life care to donate organs

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New ALS drug headed to Israel, in first distribution deal outside North America

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:51:37 +0000

Medicine is believed to extend patients’ lives by almost a year on average; FDA has approved it based on Phase II trial

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‘New era of treatment’: Israelis among first to receive ‘game-changing’ ALS medicine

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 09:49:34 +0000

Tofersen, which is injected into the spine like an epidural, is giving new hope to two patients at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

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Identifying ALS-fighting mutation, Israeli researchers hope for path to treatment

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:42:41 +0000

Newly discovered variation cuts incidence of illness made famous by Ice Bucket Challenge; Weizmann team now working to mimic effect in patients to reduce symptoms

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Israeli-American activist says US must have better conversation on healthcare

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 18:16:37 +0000

Ady Barkan, an ALS sufferer name-checked by Elizabeth Warren at Democratic debate, says issue 'too important for 30-second sound bites shouted between ten different candidates'

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Treatment with gut microbes may slow progression of ALS – Israeli study

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 09:39:33 +0000

Findings 'are only a first step toward achieving a comprehensive understanding of the potential impact of the microbiome,' Weizmann researcher says

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Ben Gurion security stops passenger flying with life-saving medical equipment

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 08:13:08 +0000

Family of 19-year-old ALS sufferer Netanel Cohen forced to get off El Al flight to Greece after bag triggers security concern, despite earlier approval; they took later flight

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Israeli scientists say step taken toward finding treatment for ALS

Sun, 27 May 2018 11:41:12 +0000

While Tel Aviv University researchers are not claiming to have discovered cure for Lou Gehrig's disease, they believe they have 'moved the field forward'

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A graphic memoir of loss and love in which the writer stars as anti-hero

Sat, 27 May 2017 23:29:50 +0000

In 'Last Things,' celebrated children's author Marissa Moss illustrates her realistic experience as caregiver while watching her husband die of ALS

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Israeli scientists announce new treatment for ALS

Thu, 25 May 2017 08:30:40 +0000

Drug developed at Ben-Gurion University said to improve brain function and life expectancy, may help Alzheimer's and Parkinson's sufferers too

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Ultra-Orthodox group backs up NY law banning assisted suicide

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 12:00:51 +0000

Agudath Israel of America files amicus brief in euthanasia lawsuit by terminally ill patients and their doctors

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ALS-struck rabbi writes hopeful musical message

Fri, 01 Apr 2016 05:21:50 +0000

Popular Orthodox Jewish performers from across the Diaspora and Israel sing Yitzi Hurwitz's own composition promoting peace and togetherness

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No-hands-needed smartphone to be made available for free

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 15:25:56 +0000

Individuals who are paralyzed or otherwise disabled can now be part of the digital revolution, says Sesame Phone inventor Oded Ben Dov

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Congressman’s bill to further US-Israel cooperation on brain tech

Fri, 09 Oct 2015 12:43:19 +0000

Global Neuroscience Partnership Act to support start-ups, universities seeking cures for neurological diseases

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