1939 Pandemics & Diseases Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 21 Jun Lou Gehrig diagnosed with ALS: On June 21, 1939, Lou Gehrig was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease. This diagnosis led to his retirement from baseball and raised awareness about the disease, which is now commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. source: britannica.com
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