Wang Jia types “Hello, Global Times” by eye-controlled cursor on his computer on Thursday. Wang was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). ALS is an incurable disease that leads to the loss of movement, slowly paralyzing patients. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Wang Jia now needs his family to take care of him day and night. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Wang Jia has to wear a ventilator 24 hours per day. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Except for his eyeballs, Wang Jia needs his family’s help to move any other part of his body. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Wang Jia breathes with the help of a ventilator, sitting on a wheelchair. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Wang Jia breathes with the help of a ventilator, sitting on a wheelchair. Photos: Li Hao/GT