Lewis Moody, the 47-year-old former England rugby forward, has revealed that using artificial intelligence (AI) to bank his voice has been a 'warming' experience, months after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
Moody made the announcement in October that he was suffering from the incurable and life-limiting condition, with the disease affecting motor neurones, which are responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement.
In a statement, Moody said: 'I've been using this technology to bank my voice, which has been a really warming experience. It's amazing how much you take your voice for granted until you're not sure how much longer you'll be able to use it.'
Motor Neurone Disease is a condition that affects an estimated 5,000 people in the UK, with some people living with the condition for up to 10 years after diagnosis. However, the condition is always fatal and progresses at different rates in different people.
Moody's decision to speak out about his condition has sparked a wider conversation about MND and the importance of fundraising and research to find a cure. The rugby star has been an ambassador for the Motor Neurone Disease Association, which supports people affected by the condition and funds research into a cure.