1. Welcome - The ALS Association Information about this nonprofit health organization that is dedicated solely to the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Lou Gehrigs Disease. http://www.alsa.org/

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2. World Federation Of Neurology Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Initiative sponsored by the World Federation of Neurology Research Group on Motor Neuron Diseases to link researchers and clinicians worldwide with the goal http://www.wfnals.org/

World Federation of Neurology Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis This web site is sponsored by the World Federation of Neurology Research Group on Motor Neuron Diseases to link researchers and clinicians worldwide with the goal of finding effective treatment and a cure for ALS. What's New Clinics (posted 14 Jul 2005) - A new clinic has been added in Massachusetts. Clinics (posted 21 May 2005) - A new clinic has been added in Pennsylvania. Meetings (posted 05 May 2005) - A conference for ALS nurses is being held in Chicago, Illinois. For Your Information Information is available about the WFN Research Group on Motor Neuron Diseases including membership and the journal. The Website Management Committee oversees this website. Please note the Committee cannot respond to individual medical inquiries. Recent version browsers, such as Internet Explorer 5+/, or Opera 5+, are required to properly view this website. The Latest Research News The Les Turner Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Foundation of Illinois is now accepting proposals from American and Canadian researchers for new research and clinical studies into ALS. Details are found in this document on their website. Abstracts due by July 15, 2005.

3. A Taylor & Francis Journal: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis And Other Motor Neuron Official journal of the World Federation of Neurology Research Group on Motor Neuron Disease publishes clinical and experimental reasearch on motor neuron http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/14660822.asp

Contact Us Members of the Group All Products Books Journal Article eBooks Alphabetical Listing Journals by Subject New Journals Advertising ... eBooks Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Other Motor Neuron Disorders The official publication of the World Federation of Neurology Research Group on Motor Neuron Disease Editor: Michael Swash , London, UK Editorial Information Publication Details: Volume 6, 2005, Quarterly ISSN Print 1466-0822 ISSN Online 1471-180X 2005 Subscription Rates Subscribe Online! Institutional: US$438/£265 Individual: US$165/£100 of CrossRef SARA (Free contents alerting service) Online Sample Copy Visit the Health Sciences Website Instructions for Authors Table of Contents (Available Online from Volume 1) Aims and Scope: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis provides outstanding coverage of research in a wide range of issues related to motor neuron diseases, especially ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and spinal muscular atrophies. The journal also covers related disorders of the motor system, when relevant to these core diseases. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis aims to disseminate information on new developments in the pathogenesis and management of motor neuron disease, and enhance awareness of these devastating and often under-recognised disorders.

4. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Lou Gehrig's Disease - March 15, 1999 - American Good article by the American Academy of Family Physicians. http://www.aafp.org/afp/990315ap/1489.html

Advanced Search AAFP Home Page Journals Vol. 59/No. 6 (March 15, 1999) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Lou Gehrig's Disease ANNE D. WALLING, M.D. University of Kansas School of Medicine Wichita, Kansas A myotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) was first described in 1869. It is frequently referred to as "Lou Gehrig's disease" in memory of the famous baseball player who died of ALS in 1941. ALS is defined as adult-onset, idiopathic, progressive degeneration of anterior horn cells and upper and lower motor neurons resulting in progressive muscle weakness, wasting and fasciculations. The clinical picture varies, depending on the location and progression of the pathologic changes. Diagnostic criteria of the World Federation of Neurology (the "El Escorial criteria") can help define and classify ALS ( Table 1 Illustrative Case 1 Bulbar Form Relatives of a 61-year-old woman reported that she appeared to have difficulty concentrating during long discussions. Apart from longstanding thyroid and estrogen supplementation, her medical history was unremarkable. Review of systems, a mental status examination and a physical assessment were normal. The patient was a psychologist who usually read several books a week and had an active social life, including competitive bridge and vigorous daily exercise. She had no symptoms of depression, or mental or intellectual difficulties, and denied alcohol or substance abuse. She believed her family's concerns were unwarranted but eventually conceded that her voice "just wore out" during prolonged conversations.

5. ALS - Lou Gehrig's Disease - 916.979.9265 A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education, information and support services to ALS (Lou Gehrig s disease) patients and their families. http://www.alssac.org/

ALS - Lou Gehrig's Disease ALS Greater Sacramento Chapter (916) 979-9265 Toll Free: (866) 979-9265 l Contact Us l Join Us l Links l Patient Newsletter SEARCH OUR SITE to the website of the ALS Greater Sacramento Chapter. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for ALS patients, families, and caregivers; to promote community awareness and education about ALS, and to support efforts to find a cure. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) most commonly known as "Lou Gehrig's Disease" is a progressive, neuromuscular disease that attacks the nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. It affects more than 5,000 Americans every year. Click here for a copy of our brochure (Prints on two pages) Its cause and cure are as yet... unknown!

6. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Information Page National Institute amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease) information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

7. MedlinePlus: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis From the National Institutes of Health; amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (National Genetics; Genetics Home Reference amyotrophic lateral sclerosis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/amyotrophiclateralsclerosis.html

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other health topics: A B C D ... List of All Topics Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Contents of this page: News From the NIH Overviews Diagnosis/Symptoms ... Children Search MEDLINE/PubMed for recent research articles on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis You may also be interested in these MedlinePlus related pages: Brain and Nervous System Latest News Important Neuron-muscle Link Found (09/02/2005, United Press International) From the National Institutes of Health Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) Also available in: Spanish Overviews Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Also available in: Spanish Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (Patient Education Institute) - Requires Flash Player Also available in: Spanish Diagnosis/Symptoms Creatine Kinase Test (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Diagnosing ALS (ALS Association) Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Velocities (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Coping Reasons for Living with ALS (ALS Association) Disease Management ALS Association's Patient Bill of Rights for People Living with ALS (ALS Association) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) Rehabilitation Approach to Adaptive Devices and Equipment and Techniques (ALS Association) - Links to PDF Talking with Technology (Muscular Dystrophy Association) Specific Conditions Breathing Difficulties (ALS Association) - Links to PDF

8. Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) Information about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, a disease that damages the nerves. Talks about what it is like living with the disease and quotes Stephen Hawking who has lived with the disease for many years. http://kidshealth.org/kid/grownup/conditions/als.html

KidsHealth Kids Health Problems of Grown-Ups Question: What did former baseball great Lou Gehrig have in common with the following people: Hall of Fame baseball pitcher Jim "Catfish" Hunter? Sesame Street creator Jon Stone? Actor David Niven? Boxing champ Ezzard Charles? Pro football player Glenn Montgomery? New York Senator Jacob Javits? Answer: They all had a serious illness known today as Lou Gehrig's disease What Is Lou Gehrig's Disease? Lou Gehrig's disease refers to a disorder called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (say: ah -my-uh-tro-fik lah -tuh-rul skluh- ro -sis), or ALS. The official name comes from these Greek words: "a" for without "myo" for muscle "trophic" for nourishment "lateral" for side (of the spinal cord) "sclerosis" for hardening or scarring In the United States, ALS is often called Lou Gehrig's disease because of New York Yankees' star Lou Gehrig, who was diagnosed with ALS in the 1930s. People in England and Australia call ALS 'Motor Neurone Disease' (MND). The French refer to it as 'Maladie de Charcot', after the French doctor Jean-Martin Charcot, who first wrote about ALS in 1869. Lou Gehrig's disease damages spinal cord pathways and motor neurons, which are important parts of the body's

9. EMedicine Health: Dementia In Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Overview Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, of ALS and dementia. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/39466-1.asp

Search September 8, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Dementia Dementia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig Disease) Dementia in ALS Overview Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating disorder. It affects the part of the nervous system that controls voluntary movements. ALS is sometimes called Lou Gehrig disease, after the famous baseball player who died of the disease. The muscles become progressively weaker, and the disease eventually leads to paralysis and death. ALS is one of a group of diseases known as motor neuron diseases. Neurons are nerve cells, and motor neurons control movement. Persons with motor neuron disease gradually lose muscle control and become paralyzed. No cure is available for ALS or any other motor neuron disease. The effects of these diseases are not reversible. Most people with ALS die within 5 years of the onset of symptoms. Dementia in ALS is thought to be due to destruction of cells in the frontal lobe of the brain. The frontal lobe is the part of the brain from the forehead back to the ears. This type of dementia is often called frontal lobe dementia. Frontal lobe dementia has other causes besides ALS. We are still learning about why ALS causes frontal lobe dementia in some people. Dementia is rare in ALS. It occurs in all ethnic groups and in both men and women. People aged 55-65 years are most likely to be affected.

10. Les Turner ALS Foundation- Fighting Lou Gehrig's Disease The nation's largest, independent amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) organization devoted to raising money for research, patient services and educational materials and to maintaining quality of life for every person with Lou Gehrig's disease. http://www.lesturnerals.org/

The Les Turner ALS Foundation is the only independent publicly supported non-profit organization in the Chicago-area devoted solely to the treatment and elimination of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), better known as Lou Gehrig's disease. What's New! The Foundation is affiliated with Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, Community Health Charities of Illinois and the International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations. Contact Us Site Map Join Our Mailing List Les Turner ALS Foundation 8142 North Lawndale Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076-3322 var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='502'; awmAltUrl='';

11. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Fact Sheet National Institute Of More about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Studies with patients Research literature Press releases. Disclaimer Search NINDS (help) http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

12. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a disease of the motor nerve cells amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is characterized by progressive loss of motor http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000688.htm

@import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Central nervous system Alternative names Return to top Lou Gehrig's disease; ALS Definition Return to top Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a disease of the motor nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It causes progressive loss of motor control. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is characterized by progressive loss of motor nerves in the spinal cord and brain. In about 10% of cases, ALS is caused by a genetic defect. In other cases, the cause of the nerve deterioration is unknown. ALS affects approximately 1 out of every 100,000 people. Except for having a family member affected with the hereditary form of the disease, there are no known risk factors. Symptoms Return to top Symptoms usually do not develop until after age 50. Progressive loss of muscle strength and coordination eventually interfere with the ability to perform routine activities, such as going up steps, getting out of a chair, or swallowing. Occasionally, breathing or swallowing muscles may be the first to be affected. As the disease progresses, more muscle groups are affected and patients become progressively incapacitated. There is no effect on the ability to think or reason.

13. NINDS Forwarding Page ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/amyotrophiclateralsclerosi

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14. Welcome - The ALS Association Information about this nonprofit health organization that is dedicated solely to the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Lou Gehrigs http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

15. ALS Society - ALS And Lou Gehrig S Disease ALS known as Lou Gehrig s Disease (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), is the most common form of Lane Smith, 69; Dies Of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis http://www.als.ca/

ALS Society Contact Us News Events ... Annual Report document.write('ALS Extranet'); Society of Canada Staff Provincial Societies Advocacy Information ALS Research ... ALS in the Media Join Our E-List document.write('Network Login'); ALS Forums Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick ... issue of Hike 4 ALS Trailblazer Newsletter Windows Media Player PSA (.WMV) This format works well with Media Player (Windows), and is ideal for individuals with limited bandwidth (dial-up users). Hugging English Fran§ais Running ... Fran§ais High Quality PSA (.MPEG) This format works well with Quicktime and Media Player (Mac and Windows) but is a considerably larger download. Running English Fran§ais Hugging ... Install the free QuickTime player The music for the PSAs was composed by Canadian musican Jim Guthie Welcome, 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.

16. NINDS Forwarding Page A fact sheet about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and research on ALS, Motor Neuron Disease, or Lou Gehrig's Disease from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/pubs/als.htm

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17. Patient Resources ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Other Related Sites Medical News and Alerts. FDA Grants Orphan Drug Status to Creatine for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

18. Lane Smith, 69; Dies Of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Lane Smith, the actor who portrayed President Nixon in the 1989 docudrama. http://www.als.ca/_news/4236.aspx

ALS Society Contact Us News Events ... Annual Report document.write('ALS Extranet'); Society of Canada Staff Provincial Societies Advocacy Information ALS Research ... ALS in the Media Join Our E-List document.write('Network Login'); ALS Forums Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick ... General Lane Smith, 69; dies of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis From the Los Angeles Times OBITUARIES Lane Smith, 69; Character Actor Gained Fame Playing Nixon in 'The Final Days' By Myrna Oliver Times Staff Writer June 15, 2005 Lane Smith, the actor who portrayed President Nixon in the 1989 docudrama "The Final Days" and apoplectic Daily Planet editor Perry White in the 1990s television series "Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," has died. He was 69. Smith died Monday at his Los Angeles home of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly called Lou Gehrig's disease, his family said. Click here for complete story Posted On: Thursday, June 16, 2005 Modified: Thursday, June 16, 2005 Category: General Posted By: Latest General Discussions - Our online ALS community may be able to help.

19. CINI.org - Communication Independence For The Neurologically Impaired Founded by speech pathologists, people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and family members, this nonprofit organization disseminates information about the communication technology that may help them. http://www.cini.org

20. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Ride for Life is a notfor-profit organization dedicated to helping people living with ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

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