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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.

CNN.com - Health

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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ALS Association Connecticut Chapter - The ALS Association Connecticut Chapter is a not-for-profit voluntary health organization dedicated to fight against ALS through research, patient and family services, and information dissemination.

ALS Foundation for Life - Non-profit organization dedicated to increasing public awareness of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig's Disease)and improving quality of life for the ALS community. Find disease information, events and service details.
Meta Description: [ Nonprofit organization working to increase public awareness of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease) and improve quality of life for the ALS community ]

ALS March of Faces - Dedicated to raising public awareness of ALS and advocating on issues that will benefit PALS (People with ALS) and their families, through self-empowerment resources.

ALS Ohio - Western Ohio Chapter - Information and news for those with ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease - news, research, treatments, chapter events, advocacy, support groups, patient services.
Meta Description: [ The ALS Association encourages scientific research to find a cure for ALS, heightens awareness of the nature of the disease, stimulates volunteerism and activism, and increases awareness of government leaders to encourage support of research and patient care. ]

ALS Society of Canada - Provides ALS information for patients, caregivers, and professionals. Includes Canadian statistics.

ALS Society of Ontario - Helps spread awareness and raise funds for Amytrophic Lateral Schlerosis, also known as ALS and lou gehrig's disease. Includes research news and events.
Meta Description: [ The ALS Society of Ontario services the province of Ontario and has joined with the ALS Society of Toronto. ]

MDA's Wings Over Wall Street - Founded by persons with ALS, this site is the on-line information site for ALS research fundraiser. Find the history, events, news and donate.

National Capital Area (DC, MD, VA) Chapter of The ALS Association - Support for ALS patients, families and care givers in the DC/MD/VA region: information, support groups, equipment loans, and resources.
Meta Description: [ Local chapter of The ALS Association, serving DC, MD, VA. Patient services, support groups, equipment loans, clinic contacts and information about ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Phone: 202-331-1448. ]

Ocean City N.J. Annual Walk to D'feet ALS - Information on the annual walk, photos from the yearly walks, and details about ALS.

Steve Carlin ALS Research and Assistance Fund - Supports ALS research and assists patients with the high costs associated with treating and living with their illness, and raises awareness of the needs of ALS patients. Find disease information and how you can help.
Meta Description: [ The Steve Carlin ALS Research and Assistance Fund was formed to support promising ALS specific research, to assist ALS patients with the high medical costs associated with treating and living with their illness and to raise awareness of the needs of ALS patients and their families. ]

The ALS Association - South Texas Chapter - Working to help Texas families touched by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, by providing support, information, awareness, education, advocacy and hope through research.
Meta Description: [ The ALS Association encourages scientific research to find a cure for ALS, heightens awareness of the nature of the disease, stimulates volunteerism and activism, and increases awareness of government leaders to encourage support of research and patient care. ]

The ALS Association Keith Worthington Chapter - Seeks to find the cause of, and a cure for, ALS and improve the quality of life for people living with this disease. Includes the chapter services and information.