The first new FDA approved drug for ALS in 22 years!
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.
I Will Attend
Advocate
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.
I Will Advocate
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.
Learn More
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.
Find suggested reading material, links to products and services in your area, and enroll in The National ALS Registry.
For People With ALS & Caregivers
Learn about The ALS Association’s grant program, upcoming scientific meetings, and opportunities to collaborate.
For Researchers
- The ALS Association, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Les Turner ALS Foundation Strongly Oppose Elimination of the National ALS Registry at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
May 31, 2017 - Representative Seth Moulton Awarded the Jacob Javits Public Service Award by The ALS Association
May 15, 2017
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Your gift will help The ALS Association support research to find a cure for ALS and provide much-needed services to patients and their families. By becoming a part of The ALS Association family and making your gift today, you will help sustain hope in thousands of people affected by ALS.
