ALS Malta: A Foundation That Makes a Difference

Sep 10 2023

ALS Malta is a foundation that aims to improve the quality of life of people living with ALS and other neurological conditions in Malta and Gozo. The foundation not only helps 43 patients that are residents in DAR Bjorn, a state-of-the-art facility that provides round-the-clock care and support, but also 400 patients who are living in their homes.

ALS Malta provides free counselling, free medical equipment, free physiotherapy, free speech therapy, and free occupational therapy to these patients and their families. The foundation also raises awareness and funds for research on ALS and other neurological diseases.

To illustrate the impact that ALS Malta has on the lives of its beneficiaries, here are some examples of the stories of the people that the foundation has helped:

Lennon John is a unique child with a rare disorder that affects the nervous system and causes developmental delays, speech problems, and movement difficulties. His parents, Nicholas and Pamela, describe him as a happy and loving boy who enjoys music and playing with his siblings. Pamela and Nicholas are not alone in this challenge, but they have ALS Malta helping them every step of the way.

Jasmine is a two-year-old girl has limited mobility and needs constant care and attention. Her parents, reached out to ALS Malta for help and the foundation provided them with a monkey stand, a device that helps Jasmine to stand upright and do physiotherapy exercises. Jasmine can now improve her posture, balance, and muscle strength. She can also interact more with her surroundings and enjoy playing with her toys.

Isaac is an 11-year-old boy was diagnosed with Ataxia, a disorder that causes loss of muscle control in their arms and legs. Isaac has difficulty walking, standing, and using his arms. He needs a trolley/stand to move around. Isaac’s parents contacted ALS Malta for assistance and the foundation provided them with a stand (trolley), a device that allows Isaac to play with his friends. Isaac can now join his classmates in their activities and have fun with them.

These are just some of the many stories of hope and courage that ALS Malta has made possible through its work. The foundation relies on donations from generous individuals and organisations to continue its mission of helping people with ALS and other neurological conditions.

On the 24th of September, there will be a fundraising TV marathon on all major TV station from noon to midnight.

You can make a difference by tuning in to the marathon and donating whatever you can to ALS Malta. You can also spread the word about the foundation’s work by sharing this article on social media or telling your friends about it.

Together, we can help ALS Malta to make more miracles happen.

Thank you for your support!

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What If Malta’s Old City Was Reclaimed By Nature?

Sep 9 2023

It’s giving The Last Of Us vibes!

malta.ai has done it again by reimagining Malta’s old capital city having been consumed by wild flora as trees protrude out buildings and roots establish themselves in the ancient ruins.

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Would you explore such a landscape?

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Death Toll Surpasses 800 After Morocco 6.8 Magnitude Earthquake

Sep 9 2023

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake has struck Morocco, with at least 820 people reported dead in latest reports by the country’s interior ministry.

With the epicentre in the High Atlas Mountains, the earthquake struck at around 2311hrs local time, with a 4.9 aftershock 19 minutes later.

‘The interior ministry said the earthquake killed people in the provinces and municipalities of al-Haouz, Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Azilal, Chichaoua and Taroudant, adding that more than 600 people have been injured.’

Many of the citizens spent the night out in the open following warnings by the Moroccan government to avoid going back into their homes due to the risk of aftershocks and further collapses.

Reports of families trapped under the rubble are also increasing, with hospitals receiving an influx of injured people and the authorities calling for blood donations.

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Rabat’s Triq L-Imgħallem Rebuilt & Finished

Sep 9 2023

At a cost of nearly €1 million, the 450-meter-long road connecting Victoria and Żebbuġ in Gozo has undergone extensive reconstruction and resurfacing. Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri officially inaugurated the revitalized Triq L-Imgħallem and announced the successful completion of the road improvement project.

Camilleri emphasized that attention would now turn towards constructing a new junction connecting Triq ta’ Wara s-Sur and Triq Wied Sara, with the aim of permanently eliminating a traffic bottleneck.

In addition to resurfacing Triq l-Imgħallem, the project included the reconstruction of sidewalks, enhancements to parking spaces and bus stops, restoration of rubble walls, and the installation of new water and sewage pipelines, telecommunications infrastructure, and street lighting.

Furthermore, newly constructed culverts have been implemented to gather rainwater from the Ċittadella and Għolja ta’ Gelmus areas, directing it towards Wied il-Grazzja, where it can be utilized for agricultural irrigation purposes.

The entire undertaking was conducted under the diligent oversight of the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage, according to the ministry.

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