
Memory And The Brain
TED Radio Hour
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Stephen Hawking and ALS
The average duration of this disease is 27 to 43 months. So he stands to gain about three months of life on Relyutec, a single bonus season. According to his most optimistic calculations, he won't see his 50th birthday. Although Richard hasn't reached a definitive decision on a tracheostomy yet, if he had to choose today, he would rather die than rely on invasive ventilation. The inspirational speech aimed to fuel his will to live and persevere.
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