Genetic Disorders

The DNA Learning Center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. Complete in depth articles about each disease listed.

http://www.ygyh.org

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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/

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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/

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Information on a rare congenital disease.

http://www.p-c-d.org/en/

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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

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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

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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/

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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

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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/

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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/physician/clinical_trials/non_therapeutic_1736_detail.shtml

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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. <small>(May 31, 2005)</small>

http://www.newscientist.com/article.ns?id=dn7445

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