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The ALS Association
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Fighting ALS on every front through research, care services, and advocacy. Community guidelines: bit.ly/2nx5xE4
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    The ALS Association
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    Jun 17, 2024
    ALS affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. As these cells deteriorate, people living with #ALS lose the ability to walk, talk, eat, and eventually breathe. Learn more and find resources: bit.ly/Understanding-…
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    The ALS Association
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    Nov 22, 2020
    (1/4) We are deeply saddened to share that Pat Quinn, co-founder of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge passed away at the age of 37. Pat was diagnosed with ALS in 2013 and went on to help popularize the greatest social media campaign in history.
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    The ALS Association
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    Mar 28, 2018
    Carmen Schentrup was killed in the Parkland mass shooting. Because #CarmensDream was to become a medical researcher & discover a cure for #ALS, her parents have created the Carmen Schentrup ALS Research Fund. Join us in Carmen's quest to find a cure: bit.ly/2pNCusZ
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    The ALS Association
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    Mar 14, 2018
    "However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. It matters that you don't just give up." -- Stephen Hawking
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    The ALS Association
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    Nov 22, 2020
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    (2/4) The Ice Bucket challenge dramatically accelerated the fight against ALS, leading to new research discoveries, expansion of care for people with ALS, and greater investment by the government in ALS research.
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    The ALS Association
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    Nov 22, 2020
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    (3/4) Pat continued to raise awareness and funds for the fight against ALS and our thoughts are with the Quinn family and all of his friends and supporters. Pat was loved by many of us within the ALS community and around the world.
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    The ALS Association
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    Nov 22, 2020
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    (4/4) He will be missed, but he will continue to inspire us until we have a world without ALS. Read more: bit.ly/3fnXqA3
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    The ALS Association
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    Jul 26, 2016
    The #IceBucketChallenge impact grows as researchers identify one of the most common gene contributors to #ALS bit.ly/29UXx7S
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    The ALS Association
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    Mar 14, 2018
    @alsassociation BOT Chair Stephen Winthrop on Hawking: "Most people describe ALS as a disease that, bit by bit, robs a patient’s ability to move and function. But Stephen Hawking has inspired me to focus on what I can do, rather than what my body can no longer do."
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    The ALS Association
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    Mar 14, 2018
    Today we remember Stephen Hawking, who inspired the ALS community and the world. Our thoughts are with his family. alsadotorg.wordpress.com/2018/03/14/how…
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    The ALS Association
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    Sep 29, 2022
    (1/2) BREAKING NEWS: @US_FDA approved AMX0035, a new treatment that has been shown to slow progression of #ALS and extend life. This is an amazing development in the fight against ALS, and a meaningful win for the entire ALS community who worked tirelessly to make this happen.
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    The ALS Association
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    Feb 11, 2019
    Thank you @justinsuntron and thank you to your team @BitTorrent, @Tronfoundation, and @BinanceBCF. Proud to partner with you on this beautiful campaign to spread love and raise awareness of ALS/MND. #VoiceYourLove
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    Feb 11, 2019
    Proud to support the @alsassociation! Let's voice our love, raise money and awareness to help find a cure. #VoiceYourLove @Tronfoundation @BitTorrent @BinanceBCF medium.com/tron-foundatio…
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    The ALS Association
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    Dec 9, 2019
    Our hearts go out to Frates family and Boston community. @PeteFrates3 changed the trajectory of ALS forever and showed the world how to live with a fatal disease. His efforts to lead the Ice Bucket Challenge had a significant impact on the search for treatments and a cure for ALS
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    The ALS Association
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    Feb 27, 2024
    Hugh Hoffman wanted to help ensure more children don’t have to lose a parent to ALS. His historic $58 million gift will advance more clinical trials, expand clinic access, and provide some financial support for people living with ALS. Learn more here: bit.ly/hugh-hoffman-g…
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