ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and we need your help to find a cure. Learn more about The ALS Association and it's local chapters today!
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People also ask
What does ALS muscle weakness feel like?
If you have ALS, your muscles begin to atrophy or waste away. Your muscles get weaker over time, making it difficult to walk, talk, swallow and eventually breathe.
How long does a person live with ALS?
The rate at which ALS progresses can be quite variable, as well. Although the mean survival time with ALS is two to five years, some people live five years, 10 years or even longer. Symptoms can begin in the muscles that control speech and swallowing or in the hands, arms, legs or feet.
What are the first symptoms of ALS dysphagia?
People with ALS may experience 1) swallowing difficulty due to the weakness and/or rigidity of the swallowing muscles and 2) difficulties with protecting the airway during swallowing.
Did the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge work?
They inspired over 17 million people around the world to dump ice water on their heads and donate to an ALS organization. The Challenge raised awareness of the disease worldwide raised $115 million to support our mission, funds that were invested in ALS research and care for people living with the disease.
The ALS Association leads the way in global research and helps 30,000 Americans living with ALS. Your gift today will help find a cure for ALS, while providing ...
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Our mission is to discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people affected by ALS to live their lives to the fullest.
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Find Resources and Support. Our nationwide network of ALS Association care teams and other partners provide people living with ALS and their family and loved ...
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We're committed to providing you with a variety of resources on subjects related to ALS, including publications and videos, book recommendations, ...
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Assistance to Newly Diagnosed. Information and assistance for people recently diagnosed with ALS or recently referred to the ALS Association.
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Assistance to Newly Diagnosed. Information and assistance for people recently diagnosed with ALS or recently referred to the ALS Association.
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Our ALS support groups are designed with one thing in mind – enhancing quality of life and supporting families impacted by ALS regardless of where they live.
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