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Information for Health Care Professionals   The ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter strives to be a resource for health-care professionals in the management of ALS and meeting the needs of ALS patients.  The primary goals of health-care professionals are to enhance the functioning, self-esteem, comfort, and perceived quality of life of the person with ALS.    Resources from The ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter, include: §         ALSource, a newsletter published twice a year specifically for the health-care community.  ALSource is available on the Web site by clicking here or it can be mailed to you. §         A large variety of written and video information on the management of ALS.  In addition, The Association has developed a library of free CD’s that feature information on the management of ALS:                     §  An Overview of ALS                      §  Loss and Grief in ALS  §         Speakers for in-service programs and presentations on ALS. §         Exhibits for health fairs and conferences. §         Educational seminars and continuing educational opportunities held in various locations.  Date, place, and subject will be posted on the Web site when programs are scheduled.  To request any information, please click on this link and complete the request form.