National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Share Genetic Roots
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:45:00 -0400
A trio of genome-wide studies -- collectively the largest to date -- have pinpointed a vast array of genetic variation that cumulatively may account for at least one third of the genetic risk for schizophrenia. One of the studies traced schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, in part, to the same chromosomal neighborhoods.
Imaging Technique Allows Researchers to Monitor Protein Changes in Mouse Tumors
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:05:00 -0400
A new imaging technique can monitor, in living mice, the HER2 protein found in above-normal amounts in many cases of breast cancer as well as some ovarian, prostate and lung cancers. This new approach, once validated in mice and pending further experiments, could provide a real-time noninvasive method for identifying tumors in humans who express HER2 and who would be candidates for targeted therapy directed against this protein. It may also provide real-time information that will help clinicians optimize treatment for individual patients. The study, published in the July 2009 issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine, was conducted by researchers at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, both parts of the National Institutes of Health.
Dynasty: Influenza Virus in 1918 and Today
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:10:00 -0400
The influenza virus that wreaked worldwide havoc in 1918-1919 founded a viral dynasty that persists to this day, according to scientists from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health. In an article published online on June 29 by the New England Journal of Medicine, authors Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., Jeffery K. Taubenberger, M.D., Ph.D., and David M. Morens, M.D., argue that we have lived in an influenza pandemic era since 1918, and they describe how the novel 2009 H1N1 virus now circling the globe is yet another manifestation of this enduring viral family.

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Police: Hospital worker swiped shots, spread hep C
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:18:42 -0400
A former hospital employee may have exposed hundreds or thousands of surgical patients to hepatitis C when she replaced clean needles filled with the powerful painkiller fentanyl with her own dirty needles filled with saline solution.
Health.com picks top beach, lake getaways
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:47:40 -0400
We know your summer vacation time is precious: You want to land where you can truly relax, breathe fresh air, get in some exercise and eat well -- without breaking the bank. That's why we teamed up with a panel of travel and health experts to help us find the healthiest of the nation's most popular beach and lake towns.

 

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Alzheimer Flame Of Hope - Educates the general public regarding Alzheimer's disease and current effective methods of treatment. Provides educational material to households across Canada, the United States and overseas. Site is in English, French and Spanish.

Alzheimer Society of Canada - Information, research and care to help Canadians affected by Alzheimer's Disease.
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Alzheimer Society of Timmins-Porcupine District - Society provides programs and services to those affected by Alzheimer disease and to their family, friends and caregivers. In Timmins, Ontario, Canada.
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Alzheimer Society Of Washington - Advocates for recognition of the special needs of persons with dementia and speaks out on behalf of family caregivers and their needs. It works with professional caregivers to improve the rules and regulations affecting those who care for persons with dementia.

Alzheimer's Assoc., S.C. Wisc Chapter - Information about Alzheimer's Disease.
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Alzheimer's Association - Great Plains Area Chapter - Programs, resources and calendar of events for families and friends of patients.
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Alzheimer's Association - NW Ohio Chapter - Enhances the quality of life of persons affected by AD and other memory loss disorders. Find programs, services, and resources. Offices in Toledo, Mansfield, and Lima, Ohio.
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Alzheimer's Association - Tampa Bay Chapter - Information, services and local programs for patients and families with Alzhiemer's disease.

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Alzheimer's Association Central Illinois Chapter - This chapter serves 20 counties across Illinois.

Alzheimer's Association Mid South Chapter - Offers support, a calendar and resources for AD.
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Alzheimer's Association of Los Angeles - Information about resources and support groups in association with this group.
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Alzheimer's Association S.F. Greater Bay Area Chapter - Information, support, advocacy and research on Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.

Alzheimer's Association, Central New York Chapter - Learn about the impact of AD on Central New York and the United States.

Alzheimer's Association, Greater Youngstown Ohio Chapter - Serving surrounding counties in Ohio and Pennsylvania.

Alzheimer's Association, Houston and Southeast Texas Chapter - Serves caregivers, patients, professionals, and care management organizations in the diagnosis, understanding, and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
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Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area - Resources and support for Alzheimer's caregivers.
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Alzheimer's Association-Greater Illinois Chapter -
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Alzheimer's Disease International - An umbrella organisation of national Alzheimer Associations around the world.

Alzheimer's Disease Society, Durham and Chester-le-Street Branch, UK. - UK branch provides information, caregiver support, respite, day care and drop-in facilities.

Alzheimer's Foundation of America - Provides care and services to individuals confronting dementia and Alzheimer's disease, caregivers and families through member organizations. Dedicated to meeting the educational, social and emotional needs and raising public awareness and lending expertise to healthcare professionals.
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Alzheimer's Services of the Crescent City - Non-profit organization providing Alzheimer’s disease support and information to the metropolitan New Orleans community.
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American Health Assistance Foundation - Funds research on Alzheimer's and other diseases, educates the public, and provides financial assistance to patients and caregivers.
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Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation, Inc. - Resources for alzheimer's patients and caregivers.

Fisher Center Foundation - Promotes research work from the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research at Rockefeller University, NY.
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Greater Richmond Chapter - Alzheimers Association - Our mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with Alzheimer's.

Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation - Assists Alzheimer's patients and their families through information, resources and hotlines.

Morbus Alzheimer Syndrom Organisation - The M.A.S is a charitable organisation, that offers forgetful people and especially their relatives extensive help and support.

The Alzheimer's Association - Central Maryland Chapter
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The Alzheimer's Society - The leading UK care and research charity for people with this disease and other dementias, their families and carers. It provides a network of support and delivers quality day and home care, it campaigns for the interests of people with dementia, and funds research through its Quality Research in Dementia programme.
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University of Pennsylvania Alzheimer's Disease Center - Useful information for patients, families, and health care providers.

Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute - Improve quality of life of patients by research, education, training, program development and advocacy.
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