‘Thor’ star provides health update after bombshell diagnosis

Chris Hemsworth is back to provide an update after an unexpected health diagnosis gave way to rampant rumors about the possibility of him quitting Hollywood.

As previously reported , the 41-year-old Thor star discovered that he had a genetic disposition to Alzheimer's, which made him eight to ten times more likely to be diagnosed with the disease.

The "Thor" star received the intense news during the filming for " Limitless ," a Disney+ show that explores the multiple ways humans can live healthier and longer, as he participated in a series of epic physical challenges which included diving into ice-cold waters and climbing skyscrapers.

Now that he's aware, the star has decided to embrace regenerative treatments and focus on his family, as well as trying a new outlook on life.

In a recent Instagram post shared last weekend, the actor – who sported casual attire – posed outside Dr. Adeel Khan's Eterna clinic.

He expressed his appreciation for the professional's work with MUSE cells, which can find and repair damaged tissue, calling it "unique."

"Really enjoyed meeting Dr. Khan," Hemsworth wrote in the post's caption, acknowledging a deep respect for the pioneering treatment he's receiving.

In a new interview with Body + Soul Magazine , Hemsworth shared an intensely personal update about his discovery, saying it has led him to spend more time with family and to consider his health carefully.

The actor is married to Spanish model and actress Elsa Pataky, whom he shares three children – twin sons and a daughter – with.

"The imagined scenario is always worse than the reality," he told the magazine. "But it definitely made me pause and think about my future."

He then discussed how his high expectations for himself led to ignoring his body.

"I used to have the mentality that if I'm not crawling out of the gym, I haven't worked hard enough," he continued. "But I'm also listening to my body more, being patient with the process, and not just smashing myself in every single session."

This led to the discussion of ditching his old work-life balance to adopting a new one that was sustainable for both his health and his relationship with his family.

"I would go from job to job and be stressed," he said. "I was always giving an extra 20 percent of my time. Sometimes it just ended up being excessive, and sometimes it had diminishing returns."

"There may be a project I'd love, but doing it means less time at home. Alternatively, I can see that I've been at home enough to feel like I'm not going to go to work and be full of guilt that I should be home."

"And that's sort of the daily conversation we all have in our lives, whether you're in this business or another," he added.