# Chris Johnson Shares ALS Battle | Raleigh News

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Podcast: [Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/raleigh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564076)
Published: 2026-06-30T17:59:07+00:00
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Chris Johnson, former NFL star, bravely revealed his ALS diagnosis on national TV, sharing how his family—especially his wife and kids—has become his rock through this grueling journey. He highlighted the heartbreaking reality that NFL players are nearly four times more likely to get ALS, linking it to head trauma, and called on the league to prioritize research and player safety. With a message of hope and urgency, Johnson is rallying fans to donate to ALS research, believing collective action can lead to breakthroughs and a cure. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/481ac338c120a98d

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