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Foundation News Register for NINDS ALS Strategic Planning Workshop Tomorrow, the draft of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) ALS Strategic Plan, is being made available to the public. The Les Turner ALS Foundation has been an …
New results from the Phase 3 clinical trial of tofersen, a drug in development by Biogen, have shown promise in treatment of superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). According to the 12-month data, earlier initiation of treatment with …
As connecting fibers between motor neurons, axons help deliver vital messages between the brain and the spinal cord. For people living with ALS, deteriorating axons cause that connection to break, contributing to paralysis and death. Early research on NU-9, an …
This story has been updated with a link to the informational webinar about the new medication. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved RADICAVA ORS®, an oral form of edaravone that reports the same efficacy as RADICAVA® for intravenous infusion. …
When Marshall Krolick passed away in February, the Les Turner ALS Foundation lost one of its longest-standing family members and biggest supporters. As a close friend of Les Turner, for whom the Foundation is named, Marshall was at the hospital …
Strike Out ALS 5k and 1 Mile Registration Open Summer is just around the corner and that means our Strike Out ALS 5k and 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll is too! Just like last year, our virtual format offers …
For over 30 years, Cheryl Gallagher traveled the world as a flight attendant for United Airlines. From India to New Zealand, and Cambodia to Vietnam, she reveled in the opportunity to explore new places, take in fresh perspectives and immerse …
#TakeaBreath During ALS Awareness Month in May Be a part of our new #TakeaBreath Campaign this coming May for ALS Awareness Month to honor and recognize the resiliency of people with ALS, for whom breathing can be a daily challenge. …
May is ALS Awareness Month. Every year, members of our Les Turner ALS family volunteer in our annual Tag Days Drive to spread the message of hope and help and raise funds to support people living with ALS and their …
Last Call for Gourmet Dinner Delivery with our Hope Through Caring Gala The 2021 Virtual Hope Through Caring Gala is less than two weeks away on Saturday, March 20! Don’t miss out on a spectacular evening to create a world …
