ALS Associations
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function. Pronounced (a-my-o-TROE-fik LAT-ur-ul skluh-ROE-sis), it is also known as this disease causes the nerve cells to break down, which reduces functionality in the muscles they supply. The cause is unknown.
The ALS Association helps people learn about ALS and offers support for patients, families, and caregivers. It also funds research to find treatments and a cure.
Phone: 800.782.4747
The Les Turner ALS Foundation provides care and support to people living with ALS and helps fund research to better understand and treat the disease.
Phone: 847.679.3311
The Muscular Dystrophy Association gives information about ALS and helps families by supporting research and care programs.
Phone: 800.572.1717
NINDS is part of the NIH and shares facts about ALS, including symptoms, causes, and current research efforts.
Phone: 800.352.9424
ALS Resources
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This collection of ALS resources offers trusted information and support for individuals living with ALS, their families, and caregivers. It includes educational tools, research opportunities, and community-based programs designed to help people better understand ALS and manage its challenges. Several resources also provide materials in Spanish, making ALS information more accessible to diverse audiences.
Everything ALS connects patients, caregivers, and researchers to speed up ALS discoveries and improve care. It offers webinars, research opportunities, and community support.
Kidshealth.org has a has Spanish language ALS resource sheet.
MedlinePlus provides trusted health information about ALS, including symptoms, treatments, and links to research and support.
Spanish ALS Resources:
The ALS Association has a Living With ALS Resource Guides that are available in Spanish.
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