What: Clinical Trials 101 When: May 9, 2024 6pm ET Where: Zoom I AM ALS’ Clinical Trial Community team will be hosting a monthly webinar series to increase people’s understanding of clinical trials in general, as well as ongoing ALS clinical trials and trial finder tools. The first webinar will cover the basics of clinical trials. The following […]
Join Dr. Nadia Sethi, the Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), for this new virtual discussion series. These conversations will provide an overview of research at ALS TDI, discuss current clinical trials, and provide space to converse and ask questions about ALS science and research. Through this series, […]
Join Dr. Terry Heiman-Patterson, Dr. Sabrina Paganoni, and Dr. Kelly Gwathmey's discussion of the importance of multidisciplinary care and the role of the ALS Better Care Act to ensure that quality care at Multidisciplinary Centers is maintained and access to care and trials is increased.
This ALS Awareness Month, join us for panel discussions on these incredible ALS films. This series is being hosted by The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) and Her ALS Story. Our emcee for the events will be Sunny of SunnyStrong. Thank you to our incredible sponsor Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America for supporting this program! […]
Don't miss this opportunity to hear first hand from these extraordinary individuals as they share their experiences, insights, and aspirations in the pursuit of advancing ALS research. Together, let's harness the power of citizen research to make a lasting impact on the future of ALS treatments and support.
Join us for an insightful session with Dr. Ghazala Hayat, MD, FAAN, FANA, FAANEM, as we delve into the prevalence and challenges of constipation in people living with ALS. Dr. Hayat will discuss how constipation might be connected to autonomic system problems in those with ALS, using new research and survey findings.
April 24, 2024 9:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) This webinar will provide tools and recommendations for People living with ALS/MND, their caregivers and youth. We will learn how to take care of our mental health upon diagnosis, how to deal with our emotions like guilt and anxiety. And how to drive motivation and […]
An open, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone (family, friend, etc.) who has lost a loved one to ALS within the past year. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one to ALS; stories will be told, feelings will be explored, and information will […]
The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere without their loved one, who is living with ALS, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hungry for emotional comfort. Together, with the […]
The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere without their loved one, who is living with ALS, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hungry for emotional comfort. Together, with the […]
Discover Roon: Your Ultimate ALS Resource for Answers to All Your Questions: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:00pm EDT Join us on April 17, 2024 for an ALS Town Hall led by Roon. Through Roon, a completely free app and website, you can find curated short videos answering thousands of the top questions that […]
Meets the Third Tuesday of each month from 1 – 2:30pm Facilitator: Anne Lidsky, PhD Visit: https://lesturnerals.org/support-services/support-groups-education/ to sign up. *Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
