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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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Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries - Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Meta Description: [ Erb-Duchenne and Dejerine-Klumpke Palsies information sheet compiled by NIDNS. ]

Brachial Plexus Injuries - Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Meta Description: [ Brachial Plexus Injuries information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]

404 Brachial Plexus Injury / Erb's Palsy - Information about the condition and of surgical procedure to treat it.

404 Brachial Plexus Palsy Clinic - Information about brachial plexus palsy for parents, physicians, therapists and nurses. From St Louis Children's Hospital, Washington University Medical School.

Brachial Plexus Palsy Foundation - Organization providing funds for the research and education of brachial plexus palsy in infants and children. General information, support, contacts, glossary and home exercises.
Meta Description: [ Please support the Brachial Plexus Palsy Foundation in it's efforts to help those who are affected by this injury and their families ]

Brachial Plexus-Erbs Palsy.com - Brachial Plexus or Erbs Palsy information and resources including the risks and causes. Site is in English and Spanish.
Meta Description: [ This web site intends to provide support, promote public awareness and serve as an invaluable resource for Brachial Plexus Neuromas, Erb's Palsy Nerve Injuries and birth related traumas defects. ]

Brachial Plexus/Erb's Palsy Information Page - Networking forum for sharing and support. Categorized links including support groups, medical treatment sites, research articles, attorneys.
Meta Description: [ Networking forum for sharing & support. Over 100 categorized links for support groups, medical treatment sites, research articles, attorneys, and more! ]

Dr Rahul Nath Brachial Plexus and Erb's Palsy Surgery - Informational resource for families and patients suffering from peripheral nerve injuries. Includes brachial plexus injury. brachial plexus surgery, patient resources and surgeon information.
Meta Description: [ Dr. Nath is a specialist in brachial plexus injury and erb's palsy treatment surgery. Dr. Nath is a former Assistant Professor of the Department of Surgery and Division of Plastic Surgery and Department of Neurosurgery. Also affiliated with the Texas Medical Center in Houston and the Texas Med... ]

Erb's Palsy Association of Ireland - A charity run by parents of children with this disorder.

Family Village - Brachial Plexus / Erb's Palsy - Resources, contacts, chat-rooms, links.

Hand and Peripheral Nerve Specialists - A multidisciplinary group dedicated to the comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation of children and adults with complex nerve disorders, particularly brachial plexus. Based in Miami, Florida.
Meta Description: [ Multidisciplinary program with special expertise and extensive experience in the management of brachial Plexus injuries in children and adults ]

Orthopaedic Articles | Brachial Plexus Palsy - Causes, symptoms, treatment of brachial plexus palsy. Includes Orthoseek message forum.

500 Rebecca McKamie - Personal story of Rebecca McKamie's daughter who sustained injury after playing basketball.

Tanya's Brachial Plexus Page - For parents of children with brachial plexus and Erb's palsy. Questions and answers, thoughts and poems, birth stories and email support.

500 United Brachial Plexus Network - Information, support, statistics, event calendar, ask a doctor, ask a therapist, share your story, message boards and fun therapy.