LLUVIA ALZATE – ALS AWARENESS 7 2 22LLUVIA ALZATE – ALS AWARENESS 7 2 22
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LLUVIA ALZATE IS A YOUNG CAREGIVER, WHO HAS JOINED THE MISS TEXAS PAGEANT TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR THE PARALYZING AND FATAL NEUROLOGICAL DISEASE A.L.S. (ALSO KNOWN AS “LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE”) AND SHE JOINS US TO DISCUSS HER MESSAGE.
9:14•2 Jul 2022
Lluvia Alzate: A Caregiver's Fight Against ALS
“I really want to take advantage of this, of this opportunity, and just shine a light on ALS and make this my platform and really just bring awareness to this disease and raise funds.”
What happens when a young woman takes on the enormous responsibility of caring for a parent with a debilitating disease? Lluvia Alzate knows all too well. In this heartfelt episode of 'American Medicine Today', Lluvia shares her experience as a caregiver for her mother, who was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. This paralyzing and fatal neurological condition has transformed Lluvia's life in ways she never imagined.
But instead of succumbing to despair, she has become a beacon of hope and advocacy. By participating in the Miss Texas pageant, Lluvia aims to shine a spotlight on ALS, raising awareness and funds for research. Her story is one of resilience, love, and the relentless pursuit of a cure. Tune in to hear Lluvia’s inspiring journey and her unwavering commitment to making a difference.
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