POLIS INSTITUTE/ What is ALS?/ THE ROLE OF SPEECH PATHOLOGY IN ALS TREATMENT

POLIS Institute CEO Nat C. Jones shared that the organization is directing two new documentaries benefitting Central Florida. The 50 Fathers Docuseries - gives light to the differences men experience as fathers and their role in the family. The Legacy on Location Documentary will follow the elders in communities like Lake Mann, Rock Lake, Lake Lorna Doone etc. to share their heritage. For info on either project: [email protected] Subject: Write either 50 Fathers Docuseries or Legacy on Location. What is ALS? Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis was described by Houston psychiatrist, Dr. Quinella Minix of PsyFit. ALS can be caused through environmental irregularities, athletic or veteran associated issues. It's is a neurodegenerative disease that attacks motor neurons, the brain and spinal chord. Speech Language Pathologist Monique May, M.S. CCC-SLP described that the earlier the diagnosis, the better equipped patients are to live with this terminal disease. Former Olympia H.S. Student and NFL Football star Chris Johnson who has ALS responded to a national television interview using an AAC device. You can voice bank your own voice once diagnosis is made. People who might be at higher risk (people ages 60-65, athletes and veterans) should take advantage of testing at the ALS Association National Helpline 800-782-4747 www.als.org or the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 321/841-4231; Veterans should contact the VA for diagnosis. Contact: [email protected]