Health Archives - ALS Society of Quebec

Multiple Sclerosis vs ALS: understanding the key differences 

You’ve probably heard of multiple sclerosis (MS) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Charcot’s disease or Lou Gehrig’s disease. Both conditions affect the nervous system, but they differ significantly in their causes, symptoms, and progression. Today, we want to clarify these distinctions to better guide,...
7 Jan 2026