A3243G « http://www.a3243g.com/ | | Explains a gene defect of mitochondrial dna which causes several diseases , including maternally inherited diabetes with deafness. features a newsletter , patient forum and definitions. |
Blepharophimosis Ptosis Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome « http://freespace.virgin.net/andy.bowles/ | | The bpei (bpes) family network encourages people to get in touch with each other , share information and ask questions. explanation of this rare eye disorder. |
Gene Clinics « http://www.geneclinics.org | | Medical genetics knowledge base. nih funded , expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients. |
Genetic and Rare Conditions « http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/ | | Lay advocacy groups , support groups , information on genetic conditions and birth defects for professionals , educators and individuals. disorders from a-z. |
Genetic Disorders: The Links to Diet « http://www.ctds.info/genetic_disorders.html | | Explores the role of diet in birth defects and genetic disorders. includes nutritional links to disorders such as down syndrome , cerebral palsy , homocystinuria , and cystic fibrosis. |
IMMD Institute of Medical Molecular Diagnostics Ltd. « http://www.immd.de/ | | The immd is a genetic testing laboratory located in germany. provides genetic tests for hereditary breast cancer , various cardiovascular diseases or diseases with onset in childhood. |
Information on Trisomy 13 « http://www.drgreene.org/body.cfm?id=21&action=detail&ref=614 | | Discusses medical information on this chromosome abnormality , including the doctor's personal experience with this rare disease. |
New Scientist: Heroin Addiction Gene Identified and Blocked « http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn7445 | | Scientists have not only identified a critical gene involved in heroin addiction relapse , but they have also successfully blocked it , eliminating cravings for the drug. |
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia « http://www.p-c-d.org/en/ | | Information on a rare congenital disease. |
The Center For Jewish Genetics Disorders « http://www.jewishgeneticscenter.org/ | | A critical effort to provide public and professional education for many of the identified jewish genetic disorders. find info on screening and counseling , advocacy , events and community resources. |
The UDGD Spot « http://www.camp-a-roo.com/UDGD/ | | Resources and information for families of children with genetic disabilities or syndromes that are still awaiting a diagnosis. |
What malformation did El Greco paint? « http://www.jdawiseman.com/papers/el-greco/el-greco-dysmorphology.html | | El greco’s faces are modelled on a child with a distinctive malformation. but what condition is it? |
XLH Network « http://www.xlhnetwork.org | | Patient support group for xlh , a genetic condition also known as x-linked hypophosphatemia , x-linked hypophosphatemic rickets , familial hypophosphatemia , vitamin d-resistant rickets. |
Your Genes, Your Health « http://www.ygyh.org | | The dna learning center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. complete in depth articles about each disease listed. |