Veterans are approximately twice as likely to develop ALS as those who have not served.
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Project Revoice
Project Revoice is a initiative with the ultimate goal to ensure that no one living with ALS will ever have to suffer being robbed of their voice.
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Walk to Defeat ALS®
Walk to Defeat ALS® draws people of all ages and athletic abilities together to honor the courageous souls who are affected by ALS, to remember those who have passed, and to show support for the cause. When you Walk to Defeat ALS©, you help expand the programs and services that benefit people living with the disease across the nation and in your community.
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The U.S. government is the single largest funding source of ALS research and care, and ALS advocates play a critical role in securing federal support and concern for the cause. Personal stories and passionate testimonials show Congress why they must do more to find the cure for ALS. We need your help.
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National ALS Registry
The National ALS Registry is a congressionally mandated registry for persons in the U.S. with ALS. It is the only population-based registry in the U.S. that collects information to help scientists learn more about who gets ALS and its causes.
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Funding Opportunities
Throughout the year, The ALS Association offers multiple funding opportunities for scientists and clinicians made possible through support from our generous donors.
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Whether you’re newly diagnosed, navigating your journey with the disease, caring for a person with ALS, or researching the cure, there are resources to support you.
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Learn about The ALS Association’s grant program, upcoming scientific meetings, and opportunities to collaborate.
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- ALS Association Contributes $3.3 Million to Fund Groundbreaking Genome-Sequencing Database
October 22, 2019 - High School Students Spread Awareness and Raise Money for ALS Research
October 11, 2019 - How ALS Association Advocates Boosted Congressional Funding for ALS Research
October 4, 2019 - The ALS Association Updates Terms of Service to Ensure Social Media Serves to Help Advance Our Mission
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