Every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's Disease, a devastating neuromuscular condition for which there is no known cause or cure. The Greater Chicago Chapter of the ALS Association provides support and resources for ALS patients, their families, and caregivers living in the Greater Chicago area.
Action Alert! Senate Passes the ALS Registry Act! September 23
A few minutes ago, the United States Senate passed the ALS Registry Act!! Thanks to your outreach, we have just won a huge victory for people with ALS and their families across the country. We have made a difference!
The bill now heads to the House, which is expected to quickly agree to the Senate version, which included technical changes made during the legislative process. We will keep you updated as the bill moves toward enactment into law.
Congratulations to everyone!
Person with ALS Proudly Carries Olympic Torch in San Francisco Even tens of thousands of protestors could not stop Lorri Coppola, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2005, from fulfilling her lifelong dream yesterday in San Francisco of carrying the Olympic Torch. She also wanted to honor all of those who are battling Lou Gehrig’s Disease. [READ MORE]
Join Angela Lansbury in the Fight Against ALS You are invited to join Actress Angela Lansbury in The ALS Association’s new campaign to eradicate ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease, which will be debuting soon across the nation. [READ MORE]
The ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter
