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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Cell Therapy Research Foundation - Not-for-profit medical research foundation working to find a treatment for muscular dystrophy and other genetic diseases through cell/gene therapy. Site describes treatments and clinical trials.

Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Society - The FSH Society address issues and needs related to FacioScapuloHumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD).
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Foundation to Eradicate Duchenne, Inc. - FED is a non-profit organization established to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, the leading lethal childhood genetic disease.
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Logan Paige Foundation for Myotonic Dystrophy - Dedicated to educating potential parents about Myotonic Dystrophy and genetic testing. Information about fundraising, both for research and to assist people who cannot afford testing, news, stories, and about Logan Paige.
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MDA Europe Foundation - European fund raising foundation for Muscular Dystrophy in relation with Harley-Davidson events, H.O.G. Chapter events and Harley-Davidson dealers within the European community.

Muscular Dystrophy Association (Australia) - Extensive information on the range of disorders, research information and many links to onsite publications. Also provides an international support network with a chat service dedicated for use by the worldwide Muscular Dystrophy community.

Muscular Dystrophy Association (South Australia) - The Muscular Dystrophy Association of South Australia provides a range of individually designed support services for all persons with muscular dystrophy and neuromuscular disorders, their families and their carer/support provider, including therapy, information, equipment loan and counselling.

Muscular Dystrophy Association (USA) - Voluntary health agency providing information and supporting research into neuromuscular diseases, including Muscular Dystrophy. The MDA site contains information about many forms of muscular dystrophy, including lists of ongoing clinical trials, an Ask the Experts feature, and research updates.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of New Zealand - Organization dedicated to serving people with muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular diseases who live in New Zealand.

Muscular Dystrophy Association of Slovenia - Muscular Dystrophy Association of Slovenia

Muscular Dystrophy Association Singapore - Muscular Dystrophy Association Singapore (MDAS) is a self-help organization committed to uplift the lives of people with Muscular Dystrophy.
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Muscular Dystrophy Canada - National voluntary agency committed to eliminating neuromuscular disorders.

Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation - Nonprofit foundation that provides adaptive equipment and emotional support to individuals and families affected by any one of 40 neuromuscular diseases.

Muscular Dystrophy Ireland - Voluntary organization in Ireland which provides support for people with muscular dystrophy and their families.
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Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy - Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1994 by parents of children with Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.
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Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy in Nepal - Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy in Nepal focuses on Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy, by providing practical, medical and emotional support to the people and families affected by the condition.

Society for Muscular Dystrophy Information International - Features organization background, disease information, newsletters, membership information, resources, and contact details.
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