Conditions and Diseases

Details of the London to Sydney overland expedition driving in a VW camper van to raise money for cancer research in the UK.

Musical charity event in North Carolina to raise funds for cancer support, education, awareness, and research.

MAC funds pediatric cancer research at Texas Children’s Hospital - Cancer Center, Houston, Texas. Find details about the fundraisers and a donation form.

The information provided by ASCO is and aimed towards health professionals.

Researching the science of cancer immunology.

A sincere tribute, memorial from one daughter to her mother in true appreciation. Cancer and grief recovery links included.

Personal account about her son who fought a brave battle with lung cancer.

SVT or Supra Ventricular Tachycardia is a disorder where the heart starts to beat very hard and very fast for no apparent reason.

Group of individuals, patient groups, charities, and medical professionals aimong to raise awareness and promote treatment. Includes medical information and FAQ.

Describes this disorder including symptoms, risk factors, diagnosing, tests, treatment and prognosis.

Very list of congenital heart diseases with links to sites dealing with that particular disease. Information to help parents and provide support.

Ernest G. Brookfield, M.D.(pediatrics) discusses this disease, what it is and what the causes are, complications, symptoms, tests and prevention.

An explanation of what this disease is and who is at risk. Also detailed guidelines for the procedures requiring antibiotic prophylaxis and the dosage and type required.

A mechanical device that helps the failing heart work more effectively. It is being used in a small group of patients with severe chronic congestive heart failure. Offers patient and physician information.

Non-profit organization offering information and news about arrhythmia, sudden cardiac death, and related conditions to educate patients, care givers, and physicians.

Information about this non-profit organization, established to raise awareness of sudden death in young athletes.

Information on this organization - EECP helps patients suffering from angina.

Based in Brussels. An alliance of member organisations including heart foundations and other non-governmental heart health organisations committed to the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Europe.

A site for both professionals and community members from this charity whose mission it is to fight the premature death and disability caused by cardiovascular disease.

Charitable organization fighting heart disease in northwestern Ontario. Includes information about programs, events, and donation options.

A World Heart Federation initiative to increase awareness and prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

A report about obesity and the impact on cardiovascular disease.

Details about this charitable organization dedicated in the care of people with heart problems. Includes the benefits of the group, events, a newsletter and joining instructions.

A non-profit organization located in Boston, whose mission is to provide support networks and educational resources to raise public awareness regarding early detection and treatment of brain aneurysms.

Stroke prevention, recognizing stroke, acute treatment, and recent stroke trials.

A non-profit organization dedicated to research and education regarding this painful disorder. Offers details about the disorder, the organization, FAQs and membership information.

Non-profit provides education and guidance on the prevention and management of this condition. Headquartered in Oakland, California.

Training, certification, and course options for the management of lymphedema using the Vodder technique.

Provides information on this chronic condition that causes swelling in the body's tissue. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.

Detailed article by Rami C Zebian, MD and A Antoine Kazzi, MD.

Represents clinicians and scientists committed to promoting and fostering knowledge relating to haemostasis. Includes mission, meeting minutes, newsletters, membership information, members-only discussion board, and related links.

From Dr. P. C. Malone, offering research papers, articles, and DVT information.

Supporting aphasic individuals in the United Kingdom through an integrated program of therapy, education, and research.

Provides details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.

Indirect stuttering therapy for young children, by Tony Wray, M.A.

Abstracts from various research studies on the membranous vitreous type of this syndrome.

The BBC reports that for Jono Lancaster, who has Treacher Collins syndrome, the decision about whether to have a baby or not is agonising.

Gluten free restaurant cards in 36 languages and articles on getting gluten free food while traveling with celiac disease.

A different approach which includes the use of sweets and lubricants. Offers a survey, the results and a discussion forum.

Guidelines for household application in developing countries. UNICEF report of oral rehydration as one of its main supporting techniques.

Read a definition of this intestinal disorder, research its symptoms and review the treatment options. Discusses some prevention methods.

IBS frequently asked questions by Laura Zurawski and Dr. Anthony Lembo.

A lactose intolerance dietary supplement, for management of dairy intolerance symptoms. Formulated with Acidophilus to replace the lactase enzyme to relieve lactose intolerance symptoms

Provides information on liver function, how alcohol is processed in the body, problems from excessive use, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.

Charity addressing adult liver disease. Range of information on all types of liver disease.

Information includes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Offers questions to ask the doctor, articles, glossary, and physician search.

Wikipedia article explains what it is, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, etiology, and therapy.

Nikolaos T Pyrsopoulos, MD, PhD explains symptoms and related terms, causes, procedures, stages, treatment, medications, complications, and prognosis.

A site for dietitians and speech language pathologist to share and get new information about the dysphagia diet.

Diet guidelines for people with swallowing disorders.