ALS Association of Greater New York
Thursday, December 26, 2013

New Year’s Resolutions to Help Fight ALS!

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The New Year is a time of reflection, renewal, and of course, resolutions. As we celebrate the dawn of 2014, we look forward to the day when...

Highlights from 24th International ALS/MND Symposium

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The 24th International Symposium on ALS/Motor Neuron Disease was held in Milan, Italy, December 6-8, 2013, drawing hundreds of researchers a...
Monday, December 23, 2013

Team ALS is Running 4 A Cure

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As we wrap up our final month of Team ALS races , we'd like to share with everyone the wonderful achievements of Team ALS. 2013 has...
Thursday, December 19, 2013

Thanksgiving Care

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As in every year, the end of November is highlighted by Thanksgiving and the start of the Holiday Season. November is also National Caregi...
Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Walk to Defeat ALS Has Another Record-Breaking Season!

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Congratulations to the thousands of Walkers who participated in the 2013 Walks to Defeat ALS! With seven Walks, 671 teams, and over 12,0...
Tuesday, December 17, 2013

19th Annual Lou Gehrig Sports Awards Benefit Raises Over $1.1 Million For ALS Research & Patient Care

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On November 7th the Chapter honored four outstanding athletes at the 19th Annual Lou Gehrig Sports Awards Benefit. Honorees who received t...
Monday, December 16, 2013

Ask Ben: Making an iPad Easier to Use

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I have ALS and recently it's been easier for me to sit in a comfortable chair with my iPad, rather than sit at my computer. However late...
Friday, December 13, 2013

In Search of the Perfect Gift?

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Sometimes the simplest gifts leave the biggest impression. This year consider making a big impression in support of our PALS (people with AL...
Thursday, December 12, 2013

Research Update: Discovery of Immune Cell's Molecular Signature Likely to Speed ALS Therapy Development

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In work supported by The ALS Association, researchers have for the first time identified a unique molecular “signature” for a type of immune...
Thursday, December 5, 2013

Happy Holidays From The ALS Association Greater New York Chapter

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The holiday season is upon us again and we take this time to give thanks and to reflect back on the Chapter's accomplishments over...
Thursday, November 14, 2013

Clinical Pilot Study Will Test Anti-inflammatory Drug for ALS

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The ALS Association and the Neurological Clinical Research Institute (NCRI) of Massachusetts General Hospital are pleased to announce a part...
Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Three Studies Highlight Findings Involving the C9orf72 Gene Mutation

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Three studies supported by The ALS Association expand the understanding of the effects of the C9orf72 gene mutation, the most common genetic...
Monday, November 11, 2013

Ask Ben: Getting a Wheelchair Accessible Van

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My husband has ALS and is no longer able to transfer into a car comfortably. Now our family can no longer take short trips together. I w...
Friday, November 8, 2013

Give Thanks!

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November is Caregivers Month - a time to be thankful for the caregivers in our lives and to remember those that continue to struggle with ev...
Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Saluting Our Veterans

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Every November 11th our nation commemorates Veterans Day, honoring those have served in our country's armed forces. This is especially m...
Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Antisense for the Most Common ALS Gene Appears Safe in Initial Study

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In work supported by The ALS Association and published in the Proceedings of the American Academy of Science, researchers showed that reduci...
Monday, November 4, 2013

YPG Masquerade Event Raises $5K For ALS

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The ALS Association’s Young Professional Group hosted their annual Fall Fundraiser on October 25th at Maxwell’s Bar & Restaurant in...
Friday, November 1, 2013

November is National Caregiver's Month

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by Adele Marano, LCSW Director of Patient Services, Greater New York Chapter When someone you love is diagnosed with ALS, the events tha...
Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Different ALS Genes Cause Different Disease Processes

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October 21, 2013 In work supported by The ALS Association and published in the journal Experimental Neurology, researchers have shown that...
Monday, October 21, 2013

National Respiratory Care Week: Focus on Effective Breathing

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This month we recognize National Respiratory Care Week (October 20-26). For people living with ALS, respiratory care is a key component in o...
Wednesday, October 16, 2013

AMP UP YOUR GIVING: Technology Edition

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Through the generosity of numerous donors, our Chapter is able to provide our PALS with a wide array of equipment to help them maintain thei...
Monday, October 14, 2013

Check Out Our Service Area Map

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We serve patients, families and caregivers throughout the Greater New York and New Jersey area. See our map and check out the counties tha...
Tuesday, October 8, 2013

YPG Fall Fundraiser at Maxwell’s Bar and Grill in TriBeCa

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The ALS Association’s Young Professional Group is hosting their annual fundraiser on October 25th from 8pm to 11pm at Maxwell’s Bar  and Gri...
Monday, October 7, 2013

Ask Ben: Trying to Stay Active

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My husband has ALS. He used to love to ride his bike. But he can no longer do many things he used to do. Is there something he can be invo...
Friday, October 4, 2013

Team ALS - in the home stretch!

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The ING New York City Marathon is just around the corner and Team ALS is in the home stretch for their training and fundraising! If you woul...
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