In this conference, Dr. Genevieve Matte, Neuroscience researcher at the CHUM Research Center, presents useful information on managing the new reality of telehealth in a COVID environment.
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The lockdown through the eyes of Chantal Lanthier
OUR LOCKDOWN IS REAL.
Locked inside my own body, confined to my wheelchair, deprived of my independence and freedom.
The COVID-19 pandemic and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, have a lot in common.
The pandemic has forced us all to isolate to some degree,
PETITION – For Faster Access to Treatment for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
OUR VOICES ARE STRONGER TOGETHER TO ENSURE TIMELY ACCESS TO ALS TREATMENT
Our ambassador Norman MacIsaac, living with ALS since 2014, continues his mission to make the voice of all people with ALS in Quebec and Canada heard by creating this petition for faster access to treatment for Amyotrophic Lateral
Videoconference “Cannabis in ALS : management of difficult symptoms” – September 2020
In this conference, Dr Angela Genge, Director and Neurologist at the Neuro’s Clinical Research Unit, presents the main results of research on cannabis used for medical purposes for the treatment of certain symptoms linked to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
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Videoconference on adapted travel during the COVID-19 pandemic context – July 2020
ADAPTED TRAVEL IN QUEBEC AND ELSEWHERE IN THE WORLD!
Travelling can sometimes be a headache for someone with a loss of autonomy, but with a little planning it can be a great source of pleasure! This conference will provide you with the necessary tools to organize a trip that meets
Videoconference on current ALS Research – June 2020
We are pleased to present a bilingual presentation on Current ALS Research and an update on ongoing clinical trials, held on June 16, 2020. A short Question and Answer Period will follow the conference.
Speakers:
1. Dr. Richard Robitaille, PhD, Full Professor, Neurosciences Department, Université de Montréal
2. Dr. Angela
Clinical Trials in ALS
Webinair by Kristiana Salmon, BSc, EMBA, Assistant Manager, Clinical Research Unit at The Neuro( Montreal Neurological Institute/Hospital)
After completing a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University, Kristiana Salmon joined the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) of the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital (MNI/H) as a clinical research
COVID-19: Updates and resources
COVID-19: The ALS Society of Quebec ensures the continuity of its programs and services
We know that this is a concerning time for many and we want to assure you that we are here for you. The safety of our families touched by ALS, our staff, volunteers and the public
Zoom app User Guides
NEW! Read our Zoom user guides.
Since March 2020, many social activies for the ALS community are being held online on Zoom. In order to help you using the Zoom app, we created user guides based on the different communication support you’re using.
Choose the option that corresponds to your