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Researchers Levitate Object at a Microscopic Scale
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:00:00 -0500
Magicians have long created the illusion of levitating objects in the air. Now researchers at the National Institutes of Health and Harvard University have actually levitated an object, suspending it without the need for external support.
NIDA Releases a New Research Report on Comorbidity of Addiction and other Mental Illnesses
Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:15:00 -0500
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health, today released a research report, Comorbidity: Addiction and Other Mental Illnesses, summarizing the state of the science regarding the complex relationship between substance abuse and other mental disorders.
Addressing Substance Abuse and Comorbidities among Military Personnel, Veterans, and Their Families: A Research Agenda
Fri, 02 Jan 2009 09:45:00 -0500
There is growing concern that military personnel returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are experiencing a range of difficulties, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and alcohol and drug abuse.
CNN.com - Health
Risks cited for elective C-sections before week 39
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:34:22 -0500
When mothers-to-be and their doctors schedule repeat elective Caesarean sections before the 39th week of pregnancy, the baby is up to twice as likely to experience serious respiratory problems and other complications, according to a study published Wednesday in The New England Journal of Medicine.
Steps to trim calories and waistline
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:23:06 -0500
Losing weight and getting healthy isn't easy, but it's often the little things that add up over time. Here are some things you may want to avoid and some you should include in your diet if your resolution is to lose weight and feel fine in 2009.
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Researchers Levitate Object at a Microscopic Scale
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:00:00 -0500
Magicians have long created the illusion of levitating objects in the air. Now researchers at the National Institutes of Health and Harvard University have actually levitated an object, suspending it without the need for external support.
NIDA Releases a New Research Report on Comorbidity of Addiction and other Mental Illnesses
Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:15:00 -0500
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health, today released a research report, Comorbidity: Addiction and Other Mental Illnesses, summarizing the state of the science regarding the complex relationship between substance abuse and other mental disorders.
Addressing Substance Abuse and Comorbidities among Military Personnel, Veterans, and Their Families: A Research Agenda
Fri, 02 Jan 2009 09:45:00 -0500
There is growing concern that military personnel returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are experiencing a range of difficulties, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and alcohol and drug abuse.
CNN.com - Health
Risks cited for elective C-sections before week 39
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:34:22 -0500
When mothers-to-be and their doctors schedule repeat elective Caesarean sections before the 39th week of pregnancy, the baby is up to twice as likely to experience serious respiratory problems and other complications, according to a study published Wednesday in The New England Journal of Medicine.
Steps to trim calories and waistline
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:23:06 -0500
Losing weight and getting healthy isn't easy, but it's often the little things that add up over time. Here are some things you may want to avoid and some you should include in your diet if your resolution is to lose weight and feel fine in 2009.
Sites:
American Parkinson Disease Association: The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. was founded in 1961 to ease the burden and find a cure for Parkinson's disease. Headquartered in New York, the organization focuses its energies on research, patient services, education and raising public awareness of the disease.APDA: The Massachusetts Chapter: The Massachusetts Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association helpsthose living with the reality of Parkinson's disease. We hope you'll find this site a source of encouragement and useful information. We'll do our best to keep you informed about educational symposiums, local Parki...
Cures Now: A non-profit organization devoted to the advancement of ethical scientific research in the advancement of regenerative medicine. Endorses the use of embryonic stem cells and somatic cell nuclear trasfer (also known as therapeutic cloning) while opposing cloning.
Davis Phinney Foundation: Supports research aimed at understanding, preventing, and treating Parkinson's disease and works to improve the lives of people challenged by the disease. Events, profile of the cyclist Davis Phinney, and donation information.
Edinburgh Branch of the Parkinson's Disease Society of the UK: Information and support for people with Parkinson's in the Edinburgh region.
Maine Parkinson Society: Maine Parkinson Society (MEPS) is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life of Maine people with Parkinson's disease.
Michael J. Fox Foundation: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the development of a cure for Parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda.
Michigan Parkinson Foundation: A voluntary non-profit corporation providing people with Parkinson's disease in Michigan information on support groups state-wide, current events, research news, and clinical trials. Quarterly newsletter is available on-line.
National Parkinson Foundation, Inc.: To find the cause of and the cure for Parkinson disease through research. To improve the quality of life for both patients and caregivers with Parkinson Disease. To educate patients, their caregivers, and the general public about Parkinson Disease.
Northwest Parkinson's Foundation: Parkinson's disease information and resources for the patient, family and caregiver - education and hope.
PALS Support Group (Ireland): PALS is an Irish support group for younger people with Parkinson's Disease, and their families and friends. We are a branch of the Parkinson's Association of Ireland.
Parkinson Association of Mecklenburg County: The Parkinson Association of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina is an education, advocacy, referral and support organization for Parkinson's Disease.
Parkinson Grassroots Neurological Advocacy Online: Our Mission is the creation of concerned individuals who have been impacted by Parkinson's Disease and related conditions. We believe that our concerns and needs will be more adequately addressed by our elected representatives through the tools provided on this site.
Parkinson's Action Network: Parkinson's Action Network (PAN) - Advocating for the Parkisons's Disease Community
Parkinson's Disease Foundation Of India: A registered charitable trust. Includes basic information on PD, newsletter, and patient support groups.
Parkinson's Disease Foundation, Inc.: The Parkinson's Disease Foundation is a leading national presence in Parkinson's disease research, patient education, and public advocacy.
Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center: Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center
Parkinson's Disease Society: Support, advice and information to people with Parkinson's in the UK, their carers, families and friends. Also provides assistance to health and social services professionals involved in management and care.
Parkinson's Disease Society - Hull and District Branch (UK): Parkinson's Disease Society, Hull Branch is a self help group. Our main aim is to improve the quality of life for people with Parkinson's and their care givers, and to find a cure for this debilitating illness.
Parkinson's Resources of Oregon: Parkinson's Resources of Oregon (PRO) helps patients and caregivers manage this complex disease with helpful programs and services in Oregon and Southern Washington.
Parkinson's Society of Ottawa-Carleton: Dedicated to improving quality of life for those who suffer from this disease. The goal is to help people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and care givers in this region of Canada.
Parkinsons Disease - Rhode Island: Official site of the Rhode Island chapter of the American Parkinsons Disease Assn. which includes links to general information, contact information pertaining to support groups, medical news and coming events.
People Living With Parkinson's (PLWP): Providing information to the Parkinson's Community; encourages mutual support and friendship for people living with this disease, their partners, family, and friends.
R: Details about The Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia.
Re-Wired for Life: Re-Wired For Life is an on-line support group and informational resource for families and patients who have undergone or who are thinking about DBS/STN (deep brain stimulation) to alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, intention tremor and certain types of dystonia.
Research | Parkinson Society Canada: Parkinson Society Canada is a not for profit, charitable organization which raises money toward finding the cause and cure for Parkinson's disease.
Special Parkinson's Research Interest Group: Spring the Special Parkinson's Research Interest Group - part of the PDS
StemCellAction.org: An organization committed to the idea that energetic support of stem cell research by the Federal (US) government is essential to restore to health the lives of so many Americans stricken by devastating diseases. To achieve results for the future, we must act now. Show support by submitting your...
The Adrienne Coles Memorial Trust: The Adrienne Coles Memorial Trust (ACMT) is a private trust dedicated to Parkinson's Disease information on The Internet.
The Center for Neurologic Study: CNS is a non profit organization dedicated to research and treatment of neurologic diseases. CNS also provides education and support for patients and their families
The Parkinson's Appeal: The Parkinson's Appeal for Deep Brain Stimulation
The Parkinson's Institute: An independent not-for-profit institution dedicated to seeking the cause and finding a cure for Parkinson's disease, while providing the best possible care for people with this disease and other movement disorders.
Tri-state Parkinson's Wellness Chapter: Local Chapter for Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan for Parkinson's disease self-help, peer support, education, and public awareness of Parkinson's, a chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.
World Parkinson Congress: The World Parkinson Congress, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing an international forum for the best scientific discoveries, medical practices and caregiver initiatives related to Parkinson's disease. By bringing physicians, scientists, allied health professionals, caregivers...
Worldwide Education and Awareness for Movement Disorders: The Internet's most comprehensive resource for movement disorder information and the hub of movement disorder activities on the web.
Young Onset Parkinson's Association: Official site of The Young Onset Parkinson's Association, Official Site of The Young Onset Parkinson's Association The Young Onset Parkinson’s Association (YOPA) is an organization composed entirely of people dealing with Parkinson’s disease who, from its worldwide membership to its Board of ...
Young Parkinson's Information and Referral Center: Information for those diagnosed with this disease under the age of 50. Includes newsletters, PDKids e-mail list, Person-to-Person program, and listings of USA and international support groups. APDA affiliated.
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