Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins says he's 'chasing the clock' after ALS diagnosis

Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins is opting to look at his ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) diagnosis in a different light and is trying to make everyday count.Over a decade after the Ice Bucket Challenge surfaced on social media, it is making a comeback. During an interview with Fox News Digital about the challenge, Hopkins explained that after his diagnosis in 2021, he's been "chasing the clock" ever since."I'm almost busier now than I was before because I'm trying to get so much done.
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John Driskell Hopkins, a member of the Zac Brown Band, learned he has ALS in 2021. ALS is a disease that makes muscles weak over time. Since his diagnosis, he says he is 'chasing the clock' and trying to do as much as possible. He spends more time with family, takes vacations, and works in the studio.
Why it matters
His story shows how people can stay active and positive despite a serious illness. It also helps raise awareness about ALS and the Ice Bucket Challenge.
- What is ALS?
- ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a disease that damages nerve cells and leads to muscle weakness.
- When was Hopkins diagnosed?
- He was diagnosed with ALS in 2021.
- What does he mean by 'chasing the clock'?
- He means he is trying to fit many activities into his time because he wants to make each day count.
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Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins says he's 'chasing the clock' after ALS diagnosis
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