ALS is a disease that causes progressive weakness due to muscle atrophy and can lead to problems with mobility, speaking, swallowing, and even breathing. To learn more about ALS, check out these links:
http://www.alsa.org/
http://www.alsa.org/als-care/caregivers/caregivers-month/exercise-and-fitness.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amyotrophic_lateral_sclerosis
To donate, visit:
http://www.alsa.org/donate/