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Climbing ALS death rates seen in Finland, not due to aging alone: Study
A new study from Finland found that deaths from ALS (a disease that affects nerve cells controlling muscles) have nearly doubled over the last 30 years. The increase is especially noticeable in older adults. Researchers aren't sure why this is happening, and similar increases haven't been reported in other countries.
WHY IT MATTERSIf ALS death rates are rising in Finland, understanding why could help identify preventable risk factors or early warning signs that might apply to ALS patients elsewhere.