Archive Monthly Archives: July 2019
ALS Support Groups
Being diagnosed and having to cope with a condition such as ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis to give its full name, is challenging to say the least. Being newly diagnosed with ALS can be frightening
Continue readingDiet and Nutrition Guide for Individuals with ALS
As with healthy individuals, diet and nutrition can play a significant role for those who have ALS. This chronic degenerative disease presents numerous challenges for the individuals who have it. Difficulties
Continue readingIs ALS Genetic?
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a degenerative disease that destroys neurons in the body. It’s a chronic condition that gets gradually worse over time as it progresses. ALS affects around
Continue reading10 Facts About ALS
The name amyotrophic lateral sclerosis doesn’t readily slip off the tongue, but this disease has become more well known in recent years, thanks in part to the ALS ice bucket challenge that took place
Continue readingLiving with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative disease that leads to progressive muscle wasting. There is currently no cure for ALS and typical life expectancy is between 3 and 5 years following
Continue readingStephen Hawking’s Long Life With ALS
There are few scientists whom have been as well-known as Professor Stephen Hawking over the last 100 years. What’s less known by many people is Hawking’s battle with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Continue readingALS Vs MS: How Do These Conditions Differ?
Neurodegenerative diseases have a profound effect on individuals and their loved ones. While our understanding of many of these conditions has improved over the years, we are still a long way off from
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