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Primary Lateral Sclerosis

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PLS Friends

Online. Opportunity for persons with primary lateral sclerosis or hereditary spastic paraplegia, progressive neuromuscular disorders, to share information and support via an online discussion group. Fosters support and an exchange of ideas among PLSand HSP patients, their relatives, caregivers and health care professionals.

PO Box 117

Sherman, CT 06784

Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/pls-friends

E-mail: PLS-FRIENDS-owner@yahoogroups.com

Verified: 9/2/2011

Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc.

National. Founded 2002. Offers support and information to those affected by primary lateral sclerosis and hereditary spastic paraplegia. Supports research. Offers regional and e-mail support groups, online chat group, newsletter and information.

Write:

Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc.

PO Box 1208

Fortson, GA 31808

Voice: 1-877-773-4483

Website: http://www.sp-foundation.org

E-mail: information@sp-foundation.org

Verified: 9/6/2011

ALS Forums

Online. 550+ members. Support, information and sharing of experiences for persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease) and motor neuron diseases, their families and friends. Also includes primary lateral sclerosis, progressive muscular atrophy and multifocal motor neuropathy.

Website: http://www.alsforums.com

Verified: 9/21/2011

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