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Scientists ID ’Jekyll-Hyde’ Protein in Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Gene mutations cause superoxide dismutase to clump up in motor neurons

Geographical Pattern Eyed in 1991 Gulf War Cases of ALS
Environmental link to chemical rockets destroyed at one Iraq site focus of investigations

Formaldehyde Linked to Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Workplace exposure might increase risk of fatal neurodegenerative disease, study says

Drug Proves Effective in Slowing Melanomas
Riluzole, used to treat Lou Gehrig's disease, inhibits aggressive growth, study finds

Gulf War Illness Strongly Linked to Chemical Exposure
Review found vets with the syndrome were more exposed to particular compounds

Surprise in Lab Helps ID Drug to Fight ALS
Study shows apocynin almost doubles life span of mice with inherited Lou Gehrig's disease

DNA Fingerprints Predict Brain Disorders
Researchers found certain variations may indicate higher risk of ALS, Parkinson's

Cell Protein Might Help Treat ALS
Hsp70 extended the lifespan of mice that had the neurological disease, researchers say

New Gene for Lou Gehrig’s Disease Identified
Rare TDP-43 mutations expose potential therapeutic target, experts say

Study Shows Antibiotic Harms ALS Patients
Researchers hoped minocycline might have helped those with Lou Gehrig's disease