2024-08-18 16:06:13
ten years later ice bucket challengeits impact is still visible in Quebec’s fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Claudine Cook, director-general of the ALS Society of Quebec, recalled that during the 2014 challenge, people had to pour a bucket of water and ice over their heads. , before donating to the cause can be a big help in finding purpose.
“I will always remember 2014,” she told LCN. SCLA Quebec raised more than $2.7 million. This is a global awareness campaign to raise funds for research.
Over the past decade, researchers have gained a better understanding of SCLA, she added. “They have discovered genes that can help us find potential cures and treatments. We must continue to raise funds because research and family support hold hope.
Ms Cook noted that two treatments have slowed the progression of the disease over the past decade. The organization will continue to conduct various activities such as walks to raise funds, the official said.
According to ALS Quebec, 80% of ALS patients have a life expectancy of only 2 to 5 years after being diagnosed with ALS.
The ALS conference will be held in Montreal in December. The disease affects 2,500 to 3,000 Canadians over the age of 18.
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