Target ALS is a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down barriers to ALS research to find effective treatments. #EveryoneLives

New York, NY
Joined February 2016
After losing her mom to ALS and having two friends live with the disease, Kristine Shine is running in the #NYCMarathon to support research that will extend life with ALS and give people more time. Support Kristine’s run: ow.ly/qwVC50ZYzz1 #ALS #ALSAwareness #Fundraiser
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Last October, Kristen Alfano’s life changed unexpectedly: her stepdad was diagnosed with ALS. Kristen refuses to let her grief consume her. She’s channeling it into something meaningful by running the #NYCMarathon on Team Target ALS. Support her run at ow.ly/TT3850ZXolV
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We are saddened to share the passing of Pat Dolan. After receiving his ALS diagnosis in 2016, Pat launched GeoALS to improve care and accelerate research. His compassion and resilience led to incredible resources that will continue to improve the lives of those with ALS.
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Last week, we launched our ALS Resource Center, a dedicated space for the #ALSCommunity and those interested in the fight against #ALS to learn more about the disease and better understand what’s happening in #ALSResearch. Check it out today: ow.ly/cfs350ZVxpg
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We are thrilled to announce that the first participant in Malaysia has been enrolled in the Target ALS Global Natural History Study (GNHS)! To build a world where everyone lives, we have to study everyone. Learn more about the GNHS & how to participate targetals.org/gnhs
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This November, Dr. Nazem Atassi, an ALS physician and drug developer, will take on the 2026 #NYCMarathon with Team Target ALS, running to raise awareness and support for a community that has shaped his life's work. Join Nazem in supporting #ALSResearch: ow.ly/SPkO50ZTHmf
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We understand that an ALS diagnosis often comes with more questions than answers. That's why we created the ALS Resource Center: a hub of expert-informed guidance on navigating ALS, understanding clinical trials, and learning about research. Explore: targetals.org/als-resource-c…
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The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bangalore are now part of our Global Natural History Study (GNHS)—adding to the most comprehensive and diverse #ALSResearch effort.
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In case you missed it, a recording of our webinar, "Understanding Clinical Trials: A Guide for the ALS Community," is available to watch. Learn how ALS drugs move from the lab to #clinicaltrials, what makes a drug ready for a clinical trial, and more. ow.ly/HrHB50ZSs5Q
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Grant Zavitkovsky is running the NYC Marathon with Team Target ALS. He's honoring his grandfather who lives with ALS and every family facing this disease. He aims to show his grandfather he's not alone and to fund life-changing research. Support Grant: ow.ly/ceBK50ZRCql
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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're spotlighting the work making ALS research more representative and the communities driving it forward. Learn more about the impact of our Global Natural History Study: targetals.org/global-natural… #ALSResearch #EveryoneLives
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Danny Martinez is running 26.2 miles for the first time and raising $5,000 for Team Target ALS. His father-in-law, Bobby Torres, was diagnosed with ALS in 2017 and passed away in 2021. Support his run: ow.ly/QRvQ50ZPbKC #ALS #ALSResearch #NYCMarathon #EveryoneLives
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Clinical trials are critical in ALS research, but can feel overwhelming. On Sept. 21, join us, Dr. Toby Ferguson, and Dr. Thos Cochrane as we break down what clinical trials are, what to ask before deciding to participate, and more. 🔗 Register now: ow.ly/8t8550ZNVQj
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Bailey and Tiffany met ten years ago as college teammates, running track and cross country. Tiffany was diagnosed with ALS at a young age. This November, Bailey is running the NYC Marathon, fundraising for Team Target ALS. Support Bailey's run: ow.ly/YsuC50ZNvwX
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Clinical trials can feel confusing and overwhelming, so we're here to help. Join us on 9/21 for "Understanding Clinical Trials: A Guide for the ALS Community," featuring Dr. Toby Ferguson and Dr. Thos Cochrane, moderated by Stephanie Ishoo. Register now: ow.ly/GqKq50ZMjWU
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Katie Daigle is running the NYC Marathon with Team Target ALS in honor of her grandfather, who lived with ALS. Katie has seen firsthand the difference compassionate care can make for people facing ALS, and it drives her work and this run. Support Katie: ow.ly/Mi9A50ZItGN
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Next month, we're heading to the @NEALSConsortium Annual Meeting, one of the largest gatherings of ALS researchers, clinicians, and industry partners working to speed up the path from discovery to treatment. If you're at NEALS, come see our posters and say hello!
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Join us for the final North Star ALS ILLUMINATE: Precision Medicine webinar, Thursday, 9/3. RSVP to hear from our Associate Director of Clinical Research, Laura Dugom, & a panel of experts as they discuss drug development, new data, and more #ALSResearch: northstarals.app.neoncrm.com…
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For Amanda, running the NYC Marathon to fund ALS research is personal. Her friend Alexandra, president of @HerALSStory, lives with ALS, and Amanda has seen firsthand the toll of the disease. Donate to help Amanda reach the finish line and fund progress: ow.ly/tq4m50ZFVH4
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Next month, our VP of Scientific Programs, Amy Easton, PhD, will join the Genetic ALS & FTD: @End_The_Legacy Community Summit for a panel on natural history studies in genetic ALS and FTD. For now, watch as Amy shares how Target ALS supports researchers: youtu.be/Qj6banA2_lc?si=NZ8W…
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