Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Summary
Chris Johnson, a former NFL player, announced he has ALS, a disease that damages nerve cells controlling muscles. He shared his diagnosis on "Good Morning America" and described how the illness has affected his body but not his mind.Key Facts
- Chris Johnson is 40 years old and was diagnosed with ALS last year.
- ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a disease that causes loss of muscle control and movement.
- Johnson has "sporadic" ALS, which means it likely did not come from his family.
- The disease progressed quickly, and he now uses a device that lets him speak by moving his eyes.
- Johnson played in the NFL for 10 years, rushing for 9,651 yards and scoring 55 touchdowns.
- He is one of nine NFL running backs to rush for over 2,000 yards in a season.
- Johnson hopes sharing his story helps others get diagnosed sooner and supports ALS research.
- He emphasized that ALS affects the body but does not change a person’s mind or personality.
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