Studies have shown that those who have served in the military are at a greater risk of ALS than those with no history of military service. This discussion topic provides the ALS community a forum to share their thoughts about the connection between ALS and military service. An excellent discussion topic for veterans and non-veterans alike.
- By timecard · August 8, 2008
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- HAS ANYBODY HEARD ANY MORE ABOUT THE LEGISLATION THAT VA SECRETARY-JAMES PEARSE-SAID WOULD BE EFFECTIVE AUG. 1-TO MAKE -ALS -A PRESUMPTIVE DISEASE FOR ALL VETS. OUR VA OFFICE HERE IS MS. TOLD ME THEY ...
- By ZenArcher · July 7, 2008
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- Please go to http://capwiz.com/alsa/home/ Under Find Your Officials enter your zip code and click Go. Ensure that Federal is selected and click your Representative. Click the link next to E-mail. As a ...
- By ZenArcher · June 6, 2008
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- We are excited to announce that Jeff Faull, a veteran with ALS from our Greater Philadelphia Chapter and the Vice-Chair of The ALS Association's VA Issue Team, is scheduled to testify before the House ...
- By codeman · May 30, 2008
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- Below is a Letter that I wrote my Congressman. Veterans with ALS need your help!!!. Please write your Congressman and ask for support in cosponsoring Bill H.R.5454. Thanks Bill Motley Honorable Congressman ...
- By gulfportgal · March 17, 2008
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- Same as the last one I did: anonymous 6 short questions data may go to Steve Perrin, Chief Scientific Officer for ALS TDI Go here to view the survey results: http://www.quibblo.com/quiz/13-fcSS/ALS- and-Environmenatal-Exposure ...
- By ZenArcher · December 18, 2007
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- I am in the process of attempting to establish service connection for my ALS. As I am sure most on here know you must show symptoms or be diagnosed within one year of discharge or have served in the Southwest ...
- By eml256 · January 17, 2007
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- Northwestern University Variations in detoxifying genes linked to Lou Gehrig's disease Genetic variations in three enzymes that detoxify insecticides and nerve gas agents as well as metabolize cholesterol-lowering ...
- By Jim · July 27, 2006
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- Hey all, so glad to see that this is up and running. This has been something that I have needed for quite some time now. I was fortunate to have gone to Washington DC for this years Advocacy Days and ...
- By smith48327 · July 27, 2006
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- If you are a veteran with ALS, you need to complete a VA Form 21-526 if you want to receive Compensation from DVA. You may apply on-line at http://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main .asp or download the ...
