Is there a cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis?
Today, Health Plus is placing the spotlight on a disease not well known but is considered the most common adult-onset motor neuron disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and we consult with Dr. Avidesh Panday, Consultant at EWMSC in Neurology and Neurophysiology to share from his expertise and insights.
According to the United Nations, the number of individuals in the world above age 60 is expected to increase rapidly. This ageing pattern is especially significant in developing countries, where the proportion of older individuals will increase from about 9% in 2015 to 16% by 2040.