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Artwork by Dracula Artist Accepted into MDA Art Collection
TUCSON, Ariz., September 5, 2008 – An oil painting by Conor Roberts of Dacula, Ga., has been accepted by the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Art Collection. Now in its 16th year, the Collection features artwork by people from across the country with muscular dystrophy and related diseases.VA Expands Full Care Benefits to All Vets with ALS
UPDATE - August 1, 2008 - The VA posting of the new policy that was expected today has yet to be released. As soon as the official announcement is made, it will be posted on this site. On July 14, the Secretary of the Department of Veteran's Affairs announced his decision to broaden VA compensation for all ALS-affected vets.Pussycat Dolls Tape Ad for Bally ALS Promotion
Pop music group the Pussycat Dolls last week taped an ad for Bally Total Fitness promoting a fundraising event benefitting MDA's ALS Division, and Nancy O'Dell covered the event for Access Hollywood.Augie Nieto to Receive National Association of Hispanic Journalists Award
Fitness pioneer Augie Nieto will receive the National Association of Hispanic Journalists 2008 President's Award July 25.Medicare Bill Exempts Complex Power Wheelchairs
Recent passage of the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 6331) holds particularly good news for people with disabilities who use complex power wheelchairs and accessories.American Idol and MDA Celebrity Ambassador Ace Young Releases Debut Album
Popular "American Idol" vocalist Ace Young, recently named a celebrity ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, released his self-titled debut CD on July 15.Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon
Our single biggest fundraiser, held in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Hosted on KTUU & KTVF
Telethon
The Telethon is the single most important fund raising event of the year for MDA. In 2009, $403,267 was raised statewide Alaska during the two day broadcast carried on KTUU, Channel 2 in Anchorage and KTVF, Channel 11 in Fairbanks. Funds raised help the Association carry on its fight against over 40 neuro-muscular diseases, including a worldwide program of basic and applied research, a nationwide network of comprehensive medical and support services, and extensive professional and public education. Children and adults with neuro-muscular diseases benefit directly from dollars raised during the Telethon.