LEITH Lab strives for compassionate care and humanizing research in rare diseases among historically underrepresented communities. Directed by @AudreTaughtMe2
Thank you so much for all your support, Twitter family! We’re excited to announce that our lab will be fully moving to Bluesky at the beginning of next year.
You can also follow our instagram: @/TheLeithLab! See you all there!
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great feeling to see advocacy work making a true difference!! Shout out to @zlwichter for his year-long investigation and publication of our issues!
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It is important to center disability justice in ALS spaces especially as we begin to understand what a truly equitable society can look like. This @nytimes article shows the importance of making disability rights a societal priority #EndALS
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Maceo Carter, living with ALS since 2016, continues to defy limits—working full-time and staying active with his family’s unwavering support. @MaceoCarter#EndALS
Read more about Maceo and Maya's journey: https://t.co/bUGD2ojME1
Disabled individuals face disproportionate impacts from climate disasters, often due to systemic barriers. Building a sustainable future means advocating for inclusive, accessible policies. #EndALS#disabilityJustice
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Eye-tracking technology continues to be a game-changer for people living with ALS, empowering them to communicate and express themselves. Learn how advancements are making these tools even more accessible. #EndALS
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Support groups play a crucial role for people living with ALS, These communities offer a space for sharing experiences and accessing resources that can help navigate the challenges of the disease.#endALS
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Are you Black and living with ALS or a caregiver for someone who is? Join our Facebook group, a safe space to connect, share experiences, and find support!
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We're highlighting another anonymous quote from a focus group where a caregiver shares the need for better care for caregivers. Programs like National Family Caregiver Support can help.
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While family caregiving is a labor of love, you deserve to compensated for this labor! Follow the link below to explore options for state funding and see if compensation is available in your state! #CareforCaregivers#EndALS
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so excited to share an article @AudreTaughtMe2 and i wrote that just came out in current anthro @WennerGrenOrg 🥳🥳
here we theorize “weathering in sport” to discuss how black athletes are harmed and omitted from convos about injuries and illnesses 1/n
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We want to share this anonymous quote from one of our focus group members that embodies the challenges family caregivers face and their overflowing resilience that always finds the energy to "do what you got to do" #EndALS#nationalcaregivermonth
November is National Family Caregivers Month. This month, we honor the emotional strength of ALS caregivers—the unsung heroes whose resilience is unmatched. #CaregivingMonth#ALS
We must recognize, respect, and support ALL caregivers (paid and unpaid), not only in November, but every day. They embody love in action and deserve our utmost admiration. Let’s uplift their stories and stand with them. #CaregivingMonth
This Family Caregiving month I Am ALS is #CallingAllCaregivers to share their stories! Follow the link below to share your story or listen to community member's stories! #EndALS
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