To better understand the molecular mechanisms that underlie ALS, researchers at the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine are harnessing the power of one of the 21st century’s most powerful medical tools: stem cells. In the lab of Evangelos …
April 2024 Foundation eNews
Honoring Excellence: ALS Leaders and Legends Shine at the Hope Through Caring Gala Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 36th annual Hope Through Caring Gala. We are immensely grateful for your support and enthusiasm, which made the …
How ALS is linked to the body’s circadian rhythms
Many people living with ALS find that their sleep is disrupted. But that disruption of their body’s 24-hour circadian rhythms might not just be a symptom of the disease. Researchers have found that this disrupted sleep actually contributes to the …
Hope Through Caring Silent Auction is Live
Our Silent Auction is Live! Whether you’re a sports fan eager to feel the electric energy of a live game, an adventurer looking for an unforgettable escape, or an art lover desiring to enhance your space with beautiful pieces, our Hope …
April 2024 Foundation eNews
Last Chance to Register: A Hall of Fame Celebration at the Hope Through Caring Gala There’s nothing like the warmth and camaraderie of the ALS community, and it’s time to cheer for one of our own. At the 36th annual …
Understanding the connection between the immune system and ALS
Using cutting-edge techniques, researchers at the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine are working to test an innovative hypothesis: that the immune system is involved in the breakdown of the connection between the brain and muscles in people with …
Up to the Challenge: The Hernandez Family
Caring makes the difference. For Mario Hernandez, it starts with his daughters Jenny and Emily. “My daughters are two angels that God gave me, to support me in this moment of what I’m going through right now,” says Mario. …
5 Tips for Eating with ALS
It’s never too early to focus on your diet after an ALS diagnosis. It’s important to note that it takes more energy to move and breathe with ALS, so you’re burning more calories at rest than people who do not …
March 2024 Foundation eNews
A Full House for the Hope Through Caring Gala Don’t miss your chance to join the Les Turner ALS Foundation for a night of dinner, dancing, and hope at the Hope Through Caring Gala! Advance ticket sales close on March …
The Keldani Family Fights On
Susan Keldani won’t slow down. At the age of 60, she’s a prolific fundraiser for ALS care and research, the mother of college-age triplets, and the owner of a busy intermodal trucking company. Managing a business alongside the ever-present …