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A discussion of medical information on trisomy, trisomy 13, genetics, and his own personal family experience with this rare disease.
http://www.drgreene.com/html/21614.html
Resources and information for families of children with genetic disabilities or syndromes that are still awaiting a diagnosis.
http://www.camp-a-roo.com/UDGD/
Information on a rare congenital disease.
http://www.p-c-d.org/en/
Medical genetics knowledge base. NIH funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Covers genetic testing in diagnosis and management and genetic counseling of patients.
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GeneTests Home Page Web site assumes acceptance of the terms of use. At This Site GeneReviews Online publication of expert-authored disease reviews Laboratory Directory International directory of genetic testing laboratories Clinic Directory International directory of genetics and prenatal diagnosis clinics Educational Materials Illustrated...Patient support group for XLH, a genetic condition also known as X-Linked Hypophosphatemia, X-Linked Hypophosphatemic Rickets, Familial Hypophosphatemia, Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets.
http://www.xlhnetwork.org
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.
http://www.ctds.info/genetic_disorders.html
Family resource for individuals with Papillon Lefevre, Haim-Munk Syndrome and Prepubertal Periodontis. Interested families may participate in a registry dedicated to learning about the natural history of these three conditions.
http://www.siteman.wustl.edu/phy...on_therapeutic_1736_detail.shtml
The DNA Learning Center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. Complete in depth articles about each disease listed.
http://www.ygyh.org
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.
http://freespace.virgin.net/andy.bowles/
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.
http://www.immd.de/
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.
http://www.jewishgeneticscenter.org/
Explains a gene defect which causes several diseases including Maternally Inherited Diabetes with Deafness. Features a newsletter, forum and definitions.
http://www.a3243g.com/home.asp
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.
http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn7445
Aist of genetic disorders and their origins.
http://en2.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_genetic_disorders