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Understanding Insurance and Benefits When You Have ALS

WebResults from a 2020 ALS Focus survey, “Understanding Insurance Needs and Financial Burdens,” show that insurance creates significant stress for people living with ALS and …

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FYI: Epidemiology of ALS and Suspected Clusters

WebEpidemiology is the study of factors that influence the frequency and distribution of disease, injury and other health-related events and their causes in a defined human population. …

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ALS Certified Centers & Clinics The ALS Association

Web127 S. San Vicente Blvd. Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion, Sixth floor, A660 Los Angeles, CA 90048

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ALS Resources The ALS Association

WebResources for Learning About ALS. We’re committed to providing you with quick, easy access to a variety of resources related to ALS – from fact sheets and publications and …

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FYI: Nursing Management in ALS The ALS Association

WebAssess urination pattern and patterns of fluid intake. Assess ability to transfer to toilet or commode, or standing ability for a male. Assess for signs and symptoms of …

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Extending Survival and Improving Life Quality for People Living …

WebA key component to making ALS a livable disease is multidisciplinary care. Studies have shown this specialized ALS care can extend survival and improve patients’ quality of life …

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Making ALS Livable: Newly Funded Research Aims to Optimize …

WebThe search for new treatments and a cure is vitally important to making ALS a livable disease, but we also know that the type of care people with ALS receive – and …

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Better, Together: The ALS Multidisciplinary Care Approach

WebOur multidisciplinary care model brings together a team of specially-trained health care professionals who can address the many needs of people living with ALS, …

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Breaking Barriers: The Fight to Make Health Care Affordable and

WebBreaking Barriers: The Fight to Make Health Care Affordable and Accessible. Health insurers can play a critical role in making ALS livable for everyone, everywhere, …

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ALS Awareness Month: How our fight continues

WebDuring the month of May we have a full calendar to increase awareness of ALS and of the severe physical, emotional, and financial burdens it creates for people living with the …

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Fighting to Ensure Better Access to ALS Clinic Care for Everyone …

WebOn behalf of everyone living with ALS and their families, the ALS Association sent a letter this week to members of the House and Senate demonstrating our support …

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Medicare Information The ALS Association

WebMedicare is the national health insurance program for which all Social Security recipients who are either over 65 years of age or permanently disabled are eligible. Thanks to …

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FYI: Oral Care for People Living with ALS The ALS Association

WebHold floss and move it between teeth. Open a container of mouthwash. Hold a cup to use for rinsing. Use a towel to wipe the mouth. Put dentures in and/or take them out. Changes in …

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Living with ALS at Home The ALS Association

WebTo hug. To eat. To breathe. We fight to give that independence back – and help empower people to live life to the fullest. The ALS Association leads the way in …

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Respite Care The ALS Association

WebIf you can’t find services in your area, contact our national office toll free at 1-800-782-4747 for help finding other pertinent respite care resources. ALS Assocation. Our mission is to …

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Programs The ALS Association

WebChoosing insurance is a big decision and should be considered carefully based on your unique medical needs. The ALS Association partners with the Patient Advocate …

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Atrium Health ALS Center The ALS Association

WebFor more information, contact: 704-446-6254 - Fax: 704-446-6255. ALS Assocation. Our mission is to discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and …

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FYI: Choosing a Home Health Care Agency The ALS Association

WebFinding in-­‐home help can seem like a daunting task, but by doing the legwork and asking the right questions, you can help to ensure that the provider you ultimately decide on is a …

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FYI: Different Types of Home Care Workers The ALS Association

WebAssistive care providers may have different titles, including personal care aide (PCA), home health aide (HHA), and certified nurse assistant (CNA). Although the …

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