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ALS Association

National. 41 chapters and support groups. Founded 1985. Dedicated to finding the cause, prevention and cure of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Aims to enhance the quality of life for ALS patients and their families. Newsletter 3 times/yr. Provides chapter development guidelines.

Write:

A.L.S. Association

27001 Agoura Road, Suite 150

Calabasas Hills, CA 91301

Voice: 1-800-782-4747 or 818-880-9007 information and referral (Mon.-Fri., 7:30am-4pm PST)

Fax: 818-880-9006

Website: http://www.alsa.org

E-mail: alsinfo@alsa-national.org

Verified: 8/22/2011

ALS Forums

Online. 550+ members. Support, information and sharing of experiences for persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease) and motor neuron diseases, their families and friends. Also includes primary lateral sclerosis, progressive muscular atrophy and multifocal motor neuropathy.

Website: http://www.alsforums.com

Verified: 9/26/2011

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