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Yellowknife woman diagnosed with ALS in Alberta after spending thousands to leave territory for specialist treatment

August 24, 2026

Mary Rose Blackduck was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a rare nervous system disease that leads to damaged muscles. The typical life expectancy after diagnosis is two to five years.



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