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Cosplay showdown: Hawking in Spain

Wheelchair parade drew attention to ALS

In Spain, an unusual cosplay parade took place, with participants in wheelchairs portraying the famous scientist Stephen Hawking. The participants gathered to raise awareness about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). After the carnival ends, all wheelchairs will be donated to real patients who need support.

Context

ALS is a neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons and leads to loss of motor functions.

Summary:

Cosplayers in wheelchairs in Spain dressed as Stephen Hawking for a parade to raise awareness about ALS and donated mobile chairs to actual patients.