Recent content by KayTee

Major Mayo discovery reported today I read exciting news today that researchers at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville have made a major discovery that could "unlock a key biological doorway that could lead to better treatments - or even a cure - for Parkinson's disease, Lou Gehrig's disease, and...

I joined this forum because of a co-worker, in his mid-50's, who was diagnosed 2 years ago. Symptoms started 3 years ago. He continues to work with the help of others. He rides to and from work with co-workers. He gets help with his daily needs at work. He will continue to work as long as...

Yes, it is. Thank you!

I once read that the use of this supplement might be helpful in slowing progression and I also know that it is expensive. I read somewhere, and I thought it was on the ALS Association site but I can't find it, that the manufacturer will sell this to ALS patients at half price. Has anyone heard...

Thanks for the link. It most definitely has helped. KayTee

Does anyone have any ideas on how one can shave and brush teeth when the hands can no longer hold the toothbrush and razor? Is there anything that can be made or purchased to make this easier? Thanks!

I know someone with ALS in southern Alabama, but I can't PM. May I ask what type of help? KayTee

Thanks for sharing that with us. You're right! It is a beautiful site to go to and I plan on sharing it with others. I had been to the ALS Association Web site before, but never heard of this. Thanks. KayTee

Hi, there. I have been a regular to this site for about 3 months, and this is my first time posting. I hope I do this right. I'm here because I have a dear friend/co-worker who was was diagnosed with ALS this past summer. I was afraid to ask him about ALS because he doesn't talk about it, so...