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Posted on Thursday, July 1, 2004 - 07:01, By: Christina Medvescek
Posted on Tuesday, June 1, 2004 - 07:01, By: Christina Medvescek
Striking people of every ethnic, cultural and economic background, ALS is an equal-opportunity disease and the ways people cope with the disease can vary widely based on their cultural backgrounds.
The long and winding road
Posted on Tuesday, June 1, 2004 - 07:01, By: Christina Medvescek
When you decide it’s time to jump off the work train, there are a couple of government safety nets ready to catch you. Recent changes have made these nets a little stronger for people with ALS.
Posted on Thursday, April 1, 2004 - 16:41, By: Christina Medvescek
Last fall, Catherine Wolf, 58 and a nine-year ALS survivor, won a war with her insurance plan over long-term nursing coverage. Wolf, who is vent dependent, now has insurance coverage for round-the-clock skilled nursing. The...
Posted on Thursday, April 1, 2004 - 07:01, By: Christina Medvescek
Uncomfortable though it may be, doctors strongly recommend knowing what treatments you would accept or reject in a medical emergency, and discussing your preferences with your loved ones and medical team.
Posted on Monday, March 1, 2004 - 07:00, By: Christina Medvescek
One way to stay a jump ahead of ALS is to consider who will handle your financial affairs if you lose your ability to make or communicate decisions. Otherwise, a time-consuming and potentially costly court...
Posted on Sunday, February 1, 2004 - 07:00, By: Christina Medvescek
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