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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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CFIDS Association of America - Chronic fatigue syndrome information, support and advocacy resources, including a grassroots on-line action center.
Meta Description: [ The CFIDS Association of America is the nation's leading charitable organization dedicated to conquering chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). ]

FM Association, Inc. - Providing support to patients in Connecticut with chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome, CFIDS, chronic fatigue syndrome, CFS, fibromyalgia syndrome, FM.

500 Alison Hunter Memorial Foundation - Myalgic encephalopathy and chronic fatigue syndrome information for patients and medical professionals.

American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - AACFS - Organization of research scientists, physicians, licensed medical healthcare professionals, and other individuals and institutions interested in promoting the stimulation, coordination, and exchange of ideas for CFS research and patient care.
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American M.E. Society - The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Society of America concentrates on CFS research information and advocacy issues.
Meta Description: [ Web site of the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Society of America ]

CFIDS Charitable Alliance Inc. - An organization for sufferers of CFIDS, fibromyalgia and related disorders. Includes email groups to chat.
Meta Description: [ New Help for sufferers of CFIDS,fibromyalgia and related disorders with email groups to chat and more,also associated with Support Group Long Island for CFS/FMS ]

CFIDS Emergency Relief Services, Inc. - Helps primarily people with chronic fatigue syndrome, who having no other recourse, would endure hunger, homelessness and/or medical deprivation.

CFIDS/Fibromyalgia Self-Help - An organization that provides a solution-oriented self-help program for people coping with CFIDS, fibromyalgia or related illnesses, offered over the Internet
Meta Description: [ A solution-oriented self-help program for people coping with CFIDS, fibromyalgia or related illnesses. Program focuses on an 8-session course offered over the Internet and at several locations in the US. The course, accompanying book and CDs use practical, scientifically-proven strategies for man... ]

FM-CFS Canada - Canadian national, registered-charity devoted to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, advancing education, research and treatment.
Meta Description: [ FM-CFS Canada's splash page ]

M.E.S.S. - Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS) Support Services offers information and support for CFS patients.
Meta Description: [ The Homepage of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Support Services ]

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Society of NSW Inc. - This site includes information on what the Society offers, the disease, further reading and downloadable brochures.
Meta Description: [ The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Society of New South Wales Inc, Australia. ]

National CFIDS Foundation - The NCF is a national non-profit that funds research and provides information, education, and support to people who have chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as CFIDS and M.E.
Meta Description: [ The National CFIDS Foundation home page. ]

New Jersey Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association - An organization of people with CFS which supports, informs and helps patients to deal with this serious illness. An in depth look at this syndrome as well as frequently asked questions.

Nightingale Research Foundation - A Canadian organization dedicated to the study and treatment of M.E./CFS.

The CFS Research Foundation - This UK charity supports research aimed at understanding chronic fatigue syndrome (also known as M.E.) and its treatment.

The M.E. Association - The official website for UK-based charity covering everything from their latest research to advice on applying for benefits.

The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario - Offers info, tips, and support to those coping with ME/CFS and related illnesses, including youth and parents.
Meta Description: [ A Canadian volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting understanding of ME/CFS, and providing support to individuals with the illness and their caregivers, including youth and parents. ]

Waterloo Wellington Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association - A Canadian organization providing information about M.E., including coping strategies, diagnosing, the history, finding a physician and other related links.
Meta Description: [ The WWMEA provides support group meetings and information for those affected by CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome), M.E. (myalgic encephalomyelitis), CFIDS (chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome) ]

Wisconsin Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association - An information, advocacy and support organization for CFS and Fibromyalgia Syndrome.
Meta Description: [ An information, advocacy and support site for persons in Wisconsin living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Encephalomyopathy. ]