Motor Neurone Disease

Joost on his way to the USA for Motor Neuron Disease treatment
After Joost van der Westhuizen's Motor Neuron Disease diagnosis in 2011, doctors told him he only had a 20% chance of survival for the next two years because he had such an aggressive form of the disease. That was three years ago and he's still receiving treatment. Here's how to be like Joost and fight the disease. Former rugby star, Joost van der Westhuizen, is on his way to the USA to receive... ››› more
[28 January 2014]

Joost van der Westhuizen's battle casts the spotlight on motor neurone disease -Here's what you need to know...
Former Springbok Captain, Joost van der Westhuizen has spoken out about his battle with motor neurone disease. He told the BBC it's been a rollercoaster from day one and now he's on his deathbed. The 42-year-old was diagnosed with deadly condition two years ago. The South African rugby hero's fighting spirit has firmly put the spotlight on motor neurone disease. Here are the important facts you sh... ››› more
[22 August 2013]

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