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History of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

In August 2014, three young men living with ALS inspired the world to dump buckets of ice water on their heads to fight the disease that is progressively taking their lives. Hear from real people to find out how your support continues
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History of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

In August 2014, three young men living with ALS inspired the world to dump buckets of ice water on their heads to fight the disease that is progressivelysocial harms.

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