The disease causes heartbreak for many families, so improving care methods is critical.
In recent years, the results of this massive funding campaign have become apparent.
By 2019, research output funded by the association had increased by 20% with more gains expected.
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The clinical web connection working on research was expanded, according to astatementfrom the ALS Association.
The pace of discovery accelerated and the association justannounceda new milestone.
The drug is not a cure, but it slows the effects of the neurodegenerative disease.
Heidi Klum helps Tim Gunn with the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in NYC on September 5, 2014. (Photo: FASHIONSTOCK/Depositphotos)
Heidi Klum helps Tim Gunn with the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in NYC on September 5, 2014.
