Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation Blog

June 21, 2018 By Kris Schanilec For many people who have Alzheimer’s disease, evenings are difficult. Right around sundown, uneasy feelings and confusion start to flow. The person may become forgetful, agitated – even aggressive, and start pacing or wandering. These symptoms can last through the night and make it tough for anyone in the household to get...

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“Does the new tax law take away my tax benefit when I make a contribution to the Foundation?” At the RLS Foundation, we have been hearing this question from many of our donors, supporters, members and friends. We consulted with tax experts, and based on their analysis, we believe the correct answer is, “Probably not, but it depends.”...

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Take Action This Summer! During the summer, elected officials in Washington break for recess and return to their home states. This is an excellent time to meet with and educate them about RLS, how opioid restrictions are affecting access to necessary treatment, and why more RLS research is needed to find a cure. The Foundation needs you, a...

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Excerpts from the Q&A In April 2018, the RLS Foundation hosted the webinar “Legislative Update and Opportunities for Congressional Outreach,” presented by Dane Christiansen, MBA, vice president of the Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington. Mr. Christiansen has worked in government relations since 2004, and specializes in advancing medical research, treatment development, and patient access related policy goals...

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