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The ALS Association

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Our mission is to discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people…
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"On Labor Day 2023, we lost my brother and best friend, Matt, to ALS. Our family is devastated, but he lives within us every day. Please help any way possible to find a cure for ALS." - Tim Kurkjian, MLB analyst on ESPN's Baseball Tonight and Sportscenter. Join us with Tim this Lou Gehrig Day and let's honor the Iron Horse's legacy and strike out ALS together!
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The ALS Association
Defeat ALS Your Way
Whether it's a golf tournament, a luncheon, or even a hot dog eating contest, there are endless ways you can engage your community. Create your own fundraiser for those who have been impacted by ALS.
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The ALS Association
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge: 10th Anniversary
Can you believe the Ice Bucket Challenge is 10 years old? Show your support for the ALS community by re-taking the challenge or making a donation! Share your experience with us by using #IceBucket10. #IceBucketChallenge
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The ALS Association
Renovation Hunters Support the ALS Association
Working conditions become challenging, but the renovation pushes forward. This week on Renovation Hunters, the crew learns more about ALS from some of our staff and a new member of the crew who is living with the disease joins the project. Tune in on April 12 2024 at 8:30 PM on the Outdoor Channel.
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The ALS Association
Walk to Defeat ALS
Today marks the official start of spring. Get outside to enjoy the warmer weather and support the fight against #ALS at the same time at a Walk to Defeat ALS event.
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The ALS Association
Newsletter Sign Up
Get the latest #ALS news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter today!
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The ALS Association
Running for a Cause
Elizabeth and Brooke are avid runners, and they're using their passion to help fight ALS. Last year, they ran the Boston Marathon in memory of Cheryl Alderman, a ray of sunshine who passed away from ALS in 2014.
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The ALS Association
“She’s Crazy Strong Inside”—A Young Woman’s ALS Caregiver Journey
When Karen and Tony got married their future seemed wide open. But just a couple of years later Tony was diagnosed with ALS, and Karen took on a role she never expected: caregiver.
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The ALS Association
Is ALS Really that Rare?
“So, what makes ALS a rare disease, beyond the statistics?” -Kristina Woody, ALS caregiver Kristina Woody shares more about what it’s like to be a caregiver for her husband, Lamar, and her unique perspective on the rarity of ALS.
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The ALS Association
Wendy and Michael Wilson: Living with ALS, in Their Own Words
Wendy and her husband Michael, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2017, find joy in creating memorable moments and continue to live life to the fullest.
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The ALS Association
Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
The Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship encourages early-career researchers to study ALS. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the fellowship program. Learn more about the amazing work done by these young researchers.
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The ALS Association
Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
The Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship encourages early-career researchers to study ALS. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the fellowship program. Learn more about the amazing work done by these young researchers.
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The ALS Association
ALS Support Groups
Are you facing challenges, seeking advice, or simply looking for a safe space to connect with others in the ALS community? Support groups are a great resource for people to give and take the wisdom and experience that comes from living with a devastating illness.
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The ALS Association
ALS Awareness Takes Center Court at NCAA Men’s Final Four
“Living with ALS has its challenges, but life is for living. He’s continued to coach, and we’re excited for all that he has accomplished.” -Steve Fisher, former head basketball coach at San Diego State University Diagnosed with ALS in 2011, SDSU’s Assistant Coach, Mark Fisher, has helped lead the Aztecs to 8 consecutive 20-win seasons during his career and became the first known person living with ALS to coach in the Final Four.
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The ALS Association
What Is FTD and How Is It Connected to ALS?
Terra Beilby was a caregiver for her father while he was living with ALS with frontotemporal dementia. FTD causes damage to the brain, impacting personality, behavior and language.
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The ALS Association