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In this conference, Dr Angela Genge, Director and Neurologist at the Neuro’s Clinical Research Unit, presents the main results of research on cannabis used for medical purposes for the treatment of certain symptoms linked to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
A checklist of topics for health care providers to discuss with patients who have experienced an ALS or PLS diagnosis. In PDF format.
A checklist of topics for health care providers to discuss with patients who have experienced an ALS or PLS diagnosis. In Microsoft Excel format.
Information about ALS signs and symptoms, progression, symptom management, changing patient needs, interdisciplinary care, and more.
The story of baseball player Peter Frates, whose courageous battle with ALS included turning the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge into a successful awareness-raiser that motivated people to act.
A documentary about Steve Gleason, former NFL player who was diagnosed with ALS at age 34, and his mission to live life to the fullest.
Movie about an accomplished classical pianist diagnosed with ALS and the college student who becomes her caregiver.
Oscar-winning movie about physicist Stephen Hawking and his wife Jane, and the impact of his growing success and ALS diagnosis on their relationship
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