From: Alisa Brownlee <xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: FW: Media Alert - "60 Minutes" This Sunday
To: "AT National Listserv" <xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008, 11:14 AM

FYI for the list. Alisa Brownlee, ATP Clinical Manager, Assistive Technology Services ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Association, Greater Philadelphia Chapter   Assistive Technology Consultant, ALS Association, National Office Direct Phone Number: 215-631-1877   CBS “60 Minutes” Segment to Profile Delaware PALS and the Innovative Brain Communication Interface Technology for ALS   “60 Minutes” on CBS this Sunday, Nov. 2 is expected to profile Dr. Scott Mackler, diagnosed with ALS in 1999, and the Delaware man’s use of brain communication interface technology.   The University of Pennsylvania researcher continues to teach and conduct his research and has spearheaded the Annual Scott Mackler 5K for the benefit of the Scott Mackler Assistive Technology Program at the Greater Philadelphia Chapter.  The fundraising event provides technological equipment to people with ALS.   For background information from previous media coverage of Dr. Mackler, click on the two links below: http://www.alsphiladelphia.org/NetCommunity/Document.Doc?id=198 http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/view.php?id=9839   Check local listings for air times.  As with all media scheduling, this program is subject to cancellation or airing at another time.     Jeff Snyder Vice President, Communications The ALS Association 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 250 Calabasas Hills, CA  91301 (818) 880-9007 ext. 220 (818) 880-9006) FAX   Support The ALS Association through the Combined Federal Campaign/Community Health Charities Workplace Giving Program. For more information, visit here.