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The ALS Network supports permanent Medicare coverage for telehealth services
The ALS Network strongly supports permanent Medicare coverage for telehealth services, including audiology and speech-language pathology (SLP) which is set to expire on December 31, 2024. Telehealth has been essential…
In Loving Memory of Fred Fisher
The ALS Network, formerly ALS Golden West, honors the life and legacy of Fred Fisher, MSW, LCSW, president emeritus of the ALS Network. Fred died on September 10, 2024 following…
ALS Network Announces $100,000 Research Grant Awarded To Amprion, Inc.
Diagnostics company to accelerate search for sporadic ALS therapies September 12, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LOS ANGELES – The ALS Network, formerly ALS Golden West, has awarded a $100,000…
Press Democrat: Hundreds in Napa set to ride for ALS research and celebrate 20 years of advocacy
Howard Mattfield first noticed it when playing golf. Something was up with his left hand. He thought surely it must be something like trigger finger. So he made an appointment…
KSEE/KGPE: ‘Can’t say enough’: How annual Clovis ALS event brings hope to community
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A tight-knit community came together at the Clovis Rodeo grounds on Sunday, September 8, 2024 to bring awareness and support for those with ALS at the…
FOX 26: ALS Network hosts Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS fundraiser in Clovis
The ALS Network is grateful to FOX 26 for their continued support of the ALS community, and their coverage of the 25th annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to…
25th Annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll Makes an Impact
The ALS Network held the 25th annual Central Valley Burnout, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS® (formerly Walk to Defeat ALS) on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Clovis Rodeo Grounds,…
September 2024 | Monthly eNewsletter from ALS Network
Our September eNewsletter is in your inbox now, or you can view it online! This month, we celebrate the 20th annual Napa Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS,…
Good Morning America: Broadway stars team up to raise awareness for ALS
August 20, 2024 Broadway legend Aaron Lazar shared a behind the scenes look at how his fellow stage stars are coming together to support him in his fight against ALS.