ALS known as Lou Gehrig's Disease (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), is the most common form of motor neuron disease. It is a progressive and ultimately fatal neuromuscular disease.

ALS causes nerve cells to degenerate. The voluntary muscles weaken and become immobile. ALS leaves the senses unimpaired and the intellect is often unaffected:

• Approximately 3,000 Canadians live with ALS.
• Two to three Canadians a day die of ALS.

The ALS Society is committed to:
• Support research towards a cure for ALS.
• Support provincial ALS societies in their provision of quality care for persons living with ALS.
• Build public awareness of ALS and its impact.


Learn More About ALS

NEW - The third edition of the Manual for People Living with ALS. What is covered in the Manual? An overview of ALS, signs and symptoms, research status:

• Tips and tools for persons with ALS and family caregivers
- Where to go for help and support (local support information can be obtained from provincial ALS Societies)
• Disease management information about who makes up the ALS health-care team, mobility and independence, swallowing and nutrition, speech and communication, breathing and lung function, oral care, end-of-life issues, and advance-care planning
• Assistive equipment and activities of daily living
• Legal and financial considerations
• Education and support resources

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