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Molecular Fingerprint Links Inflammation Treatment to Skin Cancer

Molecular Fingerprint Links Inflammation Treatment to Skin Cancer

  • Post author:Samuel Sachs
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Rare Disease/Severe Atopic Dermatitis

Azathioprine is a drug used in the treatment of a variety of conditions. Inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and vasculitis may all include azathioprine as part of their respective therapies. It…

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Researchers Investigate the Molecular Causes of Glut1 Deficiency Syndrome
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Researchers Investigate the Molecular Causes of Glut1 Deficiency Syndrome

  • Post author:Anna Hewitt
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:GLUT1 DS

A recent study published in the journal Cell has investigated the process behind the genetic condition Glut1 deficiency syndrome. Many genetic disorders are thought to be caused by genetic alterations that…

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NORD Plans to Introduce Ten New Rare Disorder Registries
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NORD Plans to Introduce Ten New Rare Disorder Registries

  • Post author:Anna Hewitt
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Rare Disease

The National Organisation for Rare Disorders has announced the addition of ten new rare disease registries. For more detailed information about this news, you can view NORD’s source press release…

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Parkinson’s Disease and Telemedicine
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Parkinson’s Disease and Telemedicine

  • Post author:James Moore
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Parkinson's Disease

According to a story from Parkinson's Disease Today, a recent review highlights the potential benefits and limitations of telemedicine in treating Parkinson's disease. However, the authors also say that more…

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Don’t Miss The Amyloidosis Foundation’s 2nd Annual Run For Your Life! 5K/10K

Don’t Miss The Amyloidosis Foundation’s 2nd Annual Run For Your Life! 5K/10K

  • Post author:James Moore
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Rare Disease

The Amyloidosis Foundation is a non-profit organization that is committed to working and advocating for the amyloidosis patient community. The foundation is dedicated to supporting amyloidosis patients and their families…

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Researchers Identify a Protein Linked to Ataxia and ALS
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Researchers Identify a Protein Linked to Ataxia and ALS

  • Post author:Anna Hewitt
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/Spinocerebellar Ataxia

A recent study carried out by scientists from the University of Utah Health has highlighted the role of a protein called Staufen1 in spinocerebellar ataxia type 2 and amyotrophic lateral…

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Radiation Therapy Saves Kids with Brain Cancer– But How Does it Affect Their Memory?
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Radiation Therapy Saves Kids with Brain Cancer– But How Does it Affect Their Memory?

  • Post author:Samuel Sachs
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Brain Cancer

Cancer treatment is a delicate process to say the least. Radiation and chemotherapy, though often effective, are not easy on patients. This is especially true for children. According to a…

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Nutrition Therapy Can Help Slow The Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease
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Nutrition Therapy Can Help Slow The Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease

  • Post author:James Moore
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Chronic Kidney Disease

According to a story from aawsat.com, a recent analysis suggests that nutrition therapy is an effective tool for slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease and delaying the need for…

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What is the Nodal Gene and How Does it Relate to Premature Birth?
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What is the Nodal Gene and How Does it Relate to Premature Birth?

  • Post author:Samuel Sachs
  • Post published:September 17, 2018
  • Post category:Cerebral Palsy

Some estimates place the rate of preterm birth as high as 15 million babies each year. This describes a serious global health concern. Many of these babies experience neurological disorders…

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