Ice Bucket Challenge Revived After Chris Johnson ALS Diagnosis
Johnson said the disease has progressed quickly and now requires a speech-generating device, while his family is helping him through treatment.
- Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced on Monday on 'Good Morning America' that he is battling ALS, the fatal nervous system disease he was diagnosed with last year.
- Known as 'CJ2K' for his 2,006-yard rushing season in 2009, Johnson spent 10 seasons in the league playing for the Tennessee Titans, New York Jets, and Arizona Cardinals.
- Seeking to replicate the 2014 campaign that raised $115 million, Johnson posted a video completing the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and asked supporters to revive the viral trend.
- As of Thursday, Johnson's campaign raised more than $33,000 for Massachusetts General Hospital's ALS center, while Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk pledged the franchise's full support for his family.
- Johnson continues participating in experimental treatments and hopes his disclosure accelerates NFL research and protects future players, citing studies linking head trauma to the disease.
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Titans Legend Chris Johnson Raising ALS Awareness With Ice Bucket Challenge
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is back — and it’s under very sad circumstances after it was announced that former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson had been diagnosed with ALS. It has progressed to the point tthat he legendary rusher is unable to speak. And even with all he is dealing with, Johnson is […] The post Titans Legend Chris Johnson Raising ALS Awareness With Ice Bucket Challenge appeared first on HEAVY.
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