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Existing Drug May Lead to ALS Treatment
Researchers hope to start testing in patients within five years

Trio of Gene Variants Discovered That May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk
Study suggests they're implicated in clearance of amyloid plaque from brain

Growth Hormone May Build Muscle in Older Men
Finding shows promise for treating age-related loss of strength, researchers say

Finding Raises Hope for Treating ALS
Time between onset and symptoms could be targeted for therapy, study suggests

Gene Mutation Linked to Inherited ALS
Discovery might one day lead to additional treatments, experts say

Dog Ailment, ALS Link Seen
Genetic tie found between Lou Gehrig's disease and canine ailment

Growth Hormone Won’t Fight ALS
Study shows 'disappointing' results against Lou Gehrig's disease

Toxic Chemicals Blamed for Gulf War Illness
Report also cites drug given to U.S. troops to protect them from nerve gas

ALS, Alzheimer’s Insights Could Improve Treatment
But each discovery awaits testing in humans, experts note

Scientists Turn Skin Cells Into Motor Neurons in ALS Patients
Feat could one day lead to tailor-made cells to treat fatal disease, researchers say