In this web content, the author shares the personal story of Jean Swidler, who learned that she had the same genetic mutation for ALS as her late mother. This news was not surprising to Swidler, as ALS had affected her family for generations. The author highlights the prevalence of this fatal disease in Swidler’s family and the fear it had instilled in her mother’s life. The story emphasizes the importance of genetic counseling and the uncertainty of when Swidler may develop the disease. No controversial or surprising information is mentioned in this content.
https://www.statnews.com/2023/09/21/als-gene-carrier-riluzole-toferson/