The family of Bruce Willis, the iconic actor best known for his role in Die Hard, has announced that his condition has progressed. Last year it was revealed that he had been diagnosed with aphasia, a neurological disorder that affects an individual’s ability to communicate and understand language.
As the disease progresses, it can become increasingly difficult for those affected to express themselves through speech or writing as well as comprehend what is being said by others. As such many people living with aphasia find communication challenging and this can have an impact on their day-to-day lives.
Bruce Willis’s family is encouraging fans of the star to show their support by donating to charities dedicated to helping those who suffer from this condition such as The National Aphasia Association (NAA). They also hope that more awareness will be raised about this often misunderstood disorder so that sufferers receive better understanding and support from both medical professionals and society at large.
In addition, they would like everyone to remember how much Bruce Willis has given us over his long career in Hollywood; not just through entertainment but also through raising awareness about important causes close to him – including supporting research into finding treatments for diseases like aphasia.
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