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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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National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Information about diagnosis, treatments, and resources for living with MS.

International Organization of MS Nurses - Addresses the need and goals of professional nurses who care for people with MS.

MMSC Home Page - Rockville, Maryland organization helps people affected by MS adjust.
Meta Description: [ A site dedicated to the growth and support of the Montgomery Multiple Sclerosis Center in Rockville, Maryland ]

MS Society of Australia - Offers news, support and information.
Meta Description: [ The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Australia website provides information and resources to people with MS, their friends, carers and relatives. ]

Multiple Sclerosis Association of King County, Washington, USA - FAQs, staff, volunteer opportunities, events, programs and services.

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation - Provides news, information and support.
Meta Description: [ We strive to help make A Brighter Tomorrow for Multiple Sclerosis patients by supporting research into its cause and cure as well as investigations of various medical and complementary treatment options. The scope of our services goes beyond that of a clearinghouse of pamphlets. Our priority is t... ]

Multiple Sclerosis Society - Information about fundraising MS events, research, life with MS, news and events and disease details.
Meta Description: [ UK Multiple Sclerosis Society - This is the home page to the Multiple Sclerosis Society site. Welcome. ]

Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada - Organization supports research, provides services and conducts education programs on MS.

Multiple Sclerosis Trust - Providing information and education for health professionals and funding research of direct relevance to people with MS.
Meta Description: [ Multiple Sclerosis Trust - UK charity providing information, education for people with multiple sclerosis and health professionals and funding research of direct relevance to people with MS ]

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland - MS Ireland - Information on MS, local services, news events, resources, research, fundraising.
Meta Description: [ MS Ireland supports all those affected by Multiple Sclerosis - information on living with MS, health care, local services, news & events, resources, research, fundraising, respite care. ]

The Spirit of Hope Foundation - Non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness for accessibility issues for the disabled and to raise funding for Multiple Sclerosis research and care.
Meta Description: [ The Spirit of Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to help kick Multiple Sclerosis. Carlo Magno, affected by MS, will drive his 1955 Autoette Cruise About from Seattle to New York City to help educate, advocate, and raise awareness. ]

The World of Multiple Sclerosis - Information on symptom treatments and management, people profiles, and a weekly report on recent research.

500 US Against Multiple Sclerosis - Direct services to patients with Multiple Sclerosis and related neurological disorders.
Meta Description: [ Dedicated to helping Marylanders with Multiple Sclerosis. Helping victims of Multiple Sclerosis through programs, support services, equipment, resources, and fundraising to patients and their families., Dedicated to helping Marylanders with Multiple Sclerosis. Helping victims of Multiple Sclero... ]

Vernon MS Society - Information on multiple sclerosis, the organization, events, meetings, research, and links.
Meta Description: [ A guide to living effectively with Multiple Sclerosis from diagnosis to symptom management. Reporting on current treatment options, scientific research, emotional issues, diet, caregiver support, mobility aids, employment, physical therapy, safety, exercise, travel, clinical trials, and alternati... ]