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Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael dies at 67 after battle with ALS • Apr. 24, 2025, 12:44 AM ET (AP)

Eric Dane, star of 'Euphoria' and 'Grey's Anatomy,' reveals he has ALS • Apr. 11, 2025, 12:49 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As	Lou Gehrig disease • ALS • motor neuron disease

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