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The Walk to Defeat ALS

“Every year, The Walk to Defeat ALS raises millions of dollars to fuel one goal…a world without ALS. Until we reach that destination, walk with us.” Learn more about ALS here: https://bit.ly/ALSNewsToday…

Living With ALS

“This video by the The ALS Association Evergreen Chapter, showcases Pat and Jenny Dwyer and Melissa Erickson and their journey with ALS.” Learn more about ALS here: https://bit.ly/ALSNewsToday…

Abnormal Proteins Found in ALS and Like Diseases Are ‘Tagged’ to Form Clumps, Study Reports

Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) scientists have identified a new player in the ribosome-associated quality control complex that “tags” abnormal proteins, prompting them to aggregate and form clumps. This study, for a first time, shows that proteins can be marked for aggregation, and may constitute a new molecular pathway underlying neurodegenerative diseases such…

#TBT – Teenager Diagnosed with ALS

In this news report aired on KSPR on May 28, 2008, meet 16-year-old Haley Stevens who lost control of her limbs during one school year, and her doctors say she’s the youngest person they’ve ever seen with ALS. Also, watch a interview with Haley’s mother. Learn more…

5 Misconceptions About ALS

Because most symptoms of ALS are related to muscle activity, many people don’t realize the underlying cause: damage to the nerve cells. As ALS progresses, a few patients develop some level of cognitive impairment.

Alumni Honored for ALS Fight

Jen and Pat Quinn, alumni from Iona College, were distinguished during the halftime at the Iona College Men’s basketball game versus Quinnipiac for their fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).  Video by SALRADIO. Learn more about ALS here: https://bit.ly/1RmVMwo…