61. Huntington''s Disease Program Individuals who have been diagnosed with Huntington s disease can be seen in the University of Virginia s multidisciplinary HD clinic held on a monthly http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/neurology-care/huntingtons.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Site Index Site Search Search this site: Huntington's Disease In March 2000, the Huntington's Disease Society of America name d the University of Virginia Health System a Center of Excellence for the care of patients with HD and their families. The UVa HD Program was one of the first 10 Huntington's Centers of Excellence in the nation and is the only one in Virginia. What is Huntington's Disease? Do You Have A Genetic Risk? Our Huntington's Clinic Additional Services ... Center of Excellence Award Article What is Huntington's Disease? HD is a genetic disorder that is passed from one generation to the next. Each child of a parent with HD has a 50% chance of inheriting the gene that causes HD. Both males and females may have HD and may transmit the gene to sons and daughters. All ethnic groups are affected. The symptoms of HD usually appear during the late 30s to mid-40s, but sometimes become apparent in young children or the elderly. Symptoms vary widely, but three areas are commonly affected: personality, thinking and movement. Emotional and behavioral changes such as depression, irritability, anxiety, aggressive outbursts, mood swings and social withdrawal can occur in people with HD. Thinking abilities such as short-term memory, organizational and coping skills may be impaired. Physical symptoms such as fidgeting, twitching and difficulties in coordination may appear, gradually leading to more obvious involuntary movements of the head, trunk, and limbs as the disorder progresses. The ability to walk and maintain balance may be affected, as can speech and swallowing.

62. Huntington's Disease - Effective Relief Through EFT. Huntington s disease is another instance of the amazing ability of EFT to provide dramatic relief, and in many cases, the complete cessation of symptoms to http://www.pain-relief.emofree.com/huntingtons.html

Huntington's disease is another instance of the amazing ability of EFT to provide dramatic relief, and in many cases, the complete cessation of symptoms to many afflictions. This next story details how effective EFT has been in bringing new Hope to a person how had been suffering with this disease for many years.. Sandra's husband called me to make a hypnotherapy appointment for her. He told me that Sandra had a phobia of walking down stairs - even small flights of stairs. She had been like that for seven years. I explained the advantages of using EFT and said I would use it in conjunction with hypnotherapy if it seemed appropriate. As they arrived for the appointment, I could see that there was something seriously wrong with Sandra that her husband had not mentioned on the phone. Her gait was very jerky and her speech slurred. When she sat down, her limbs twitched and her breathing was laboured. She had been diagnosed a year earlier with Huntington's disease, which I knew nothing about. I later found that it is an inherited, degenerative disease of the brain that causes involuntary jerking and twitching and eventually leads to Dementia. Sandra's husband was very supportive, but did most of the talking for her, despite my efforts to bring her into the conversation. As I learned more about her condition, I decided to teach him EFT so that he could do the tapping for her as she had difficulty coordinating her hand movements. He was very worried that they couldn't go on holiday because of the Aircraft steps and that she never went anywhere on her own because of the steps on the bus. Having seen the way she walked, I emphasised that realistically, she should only go down steps where there was a handrail and this is what we agreed to aim for. Communication with Sandra was a little laboured so I decided to begin with the 'big issue' to see if it would calm her down. We tapped for 'Even though I can't go down those steps   ' and she began to calm down and look happier. I talked to them about aspects and asked her to give it some thought and do some work on it every day.

63. Huntington Disease Anyone who has a parent with Huntington disease has a 50 percent chance that In the United States, there are about 10 cases of Huntington disease for http://www.fhcrc.org/research/diseases/huntingtons/

@import "/wrapper/global.css"; @import "/wrapper/wrapper.css"; Huntington Disease Disease Background Description of Disease Who is at Risk? National Cancer Institute Dictionary Our Research Overview of Fred Hutchinson Research Research Highlights Huntington disease Relevant Articles Fred Hutchinson Publications Disease Background Description of the Disease A single abnormal gene passed on by one parent to a child causes Huntington disease, an illness in which the brain's nerve-cell function is disrupted. This leads to a progressive destruction of physical, intellectual and emotional abilities and inevitably to death. The abnormal gene causes a nervous-system condition that causes jerky movements, severe emotional disturbance and mental decline. Symptoms usually strike in mid-life, in the 30s or 40s, although it also can attack children and the elderly. Consequently, part of the devastation of the disease is that by the time a person is diagnosed, most victims have started families. The disease ultimately ends in death after 10 to 25 years. There is no known treatment to halt the progression of Huntington disease. Back to Top Who is at Risk?

64. Huntington S Disease Books And Articles - Research Huntington S Huntington s disease Scholarly books and articles on Huntington s disease at Questia, world s largest online library and research service. http://www.questia.com/library/science-and-technology/huntingtons-disease.jsp

65. Huntington's Disease Blogs and stories about living with Huntington s disease. http://www.healthdiaries.com/huntingtons-disease.htm

Home Neurological Disorders > Huntington's Disease Huntington's Disease Huntington's disease is a genetic disease that causes degeneration of neurons in certain areas of the brain. This results in loss of cognitive abilities, uncontrolled movements, and emotional disturbance. A child of a parent with the Huntington's gene has a 50-50 chance of inheriting the gene. If the gene is inherited, Huntington's disease will always develop. Health Diaries E-cards Our exclusive retro e-cards are just the thing to tell someone you're thinking of them. Health Diaries features real health stories by people just like you. Read what others are going through or contribute your own story to the community. It's fun and free! Remain anonymous or use your real name. You don't have to be a brilliant writer, though many of our contributors are! Sign up >> Huntington's Disease Contributors Coming Soon Neurological News Doctor Diagnosed with ALS Test May Detect Alzheimer's Earlier Milk Linked to Parkinson's Disease Aspirin and Strokes Visit the Neurological Disorder News main page for more neurological news.

66. Huntington's Disease Huntington s disease (HD) is a hereditary neurological disorder characterized by movement, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. http://neurology.health-cares.net/huntingtons-disease.php

All about Huntington's disease causes of Huntington's disease Huntington's disease symptoms diagnosis of Huntington's disease ... treatment for Huntington's disease What's Huntington's disease? lives of entire families: emotionally, socially and economically. More information on Huntington's disease What is Huntington's disease? - Huntington's disease (HD) is a hereditary neurological disorder characterized by movement, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. What causes Huntington's disease? - Huntington's disease is caused by an inherited dominant gene mutation on chromosome 4. Huntington's disease is a progressive disorder. What're the symptoms of Huntington's disease? - Huntington's disease is characterized by progressive mental and physical deterioration. Early symptoms of Huntington's disease may affect cognitive ability. How is Huntington's disease diagnosed? - Patient with a family history of Huntington's disease who begins to have symptoms is diagnosed based on a physical and neurological exam. What's the treatment for Huntington's disease?

67. Causes Of Huntington's Disease Huntington s disease is caused by an inherited dominant gene mutation on chromosome 4. Huntington s disease is a progressive disorder. http://neurology.health-cares.net/huntingtons-disease-cause.php

All about Huntington's disease causes of Huntington's disease Huntington's disease symptoms diagnosis of Huntington's disease ... treatment for Huntington's disease What causes Huntington's disease? Huntington's disease is a progressive disorder involving wasting (degeneration) of nerve cells in the brain. The disorder was first described in 1872 by George Huntington, an American physician. Huntington's disease is caused by a defect in the gene for a protein of unknown function called huntingtin. The defective gene contains 40 or more so-called "CAG repeats," compared to only 30 of these repeats in the normal huntingtin gene. C, A, and G are DNA nucleotides, the building blocks of genes. The extra building blocks in the huntingtin gene cause the protein that is made from it to contain an extra section as well. It is currently thought that this extra protein section interacts with other proteins in brain cells where it occurs, and that this interaction ultimately leads to cell death. Huntington's disease is inherited as a single faulty gene on chromosome #4. The HD gene is a dominant gene, meaning that only one copy of it is needed to develop the disease. HD affects both males and females. The gene may be inherited from either parent, who will also be affected by the disease. A parent with the HD gene has a 50% chance of passing it on to each offspring. The chances of passing on the HD gene are not affected by the results of previous pregnancies. There is a part of the gene that is repeated in multiple copies. The greater the number of repeats, the more likely it is that the person will develop symptoms and the greater the chance they will occur at a younger age. The disease may occur earlier and more severely in each succeeding affected generation because the number of repeats can increase.

68. Sirna Therapeutics: Huntington's Disease Product Development Product Development. Huntington s disease. Huntington s disease (HD) is a devastating, degenerative brain disorder for which, at present, http://www.sirna.com/sirnaproduct/huntingtons.html

Product Development Huntington's Disease Huntington's Disease (HD) is a devastating, degenerative brain disorder for which, at present, there is no effective treatment or cure. HD affects more than 30,000 people in the United States alone, with another 200,000 at risk of inheriting the deadly gene. A Walking, speaking and swallowing abilities deteriorate, and eventually the person is unable to care for him or herself. Death follows from complications such as choking, infection or heart failure. Proof of Concept Study Home Back to Top Legal Glossary

69. Huntington’s Disease - Living Cell Technologies Targeting Huntington s disease, Stroke, Type 1 Diabetes and Haemophilia Huntington’s disease is an inherited neurological condition. http://www.lct.com.au/huntingtons.php

News News updates: Subscribe Unsubscribe Archive September 14, 2005 Taylor Collison Limited Broker Report September 13, 2005 August 29, 2005 Hunting Party Securities Research Report August 9, 2005 LCT raises $2.3 million in placement August 5, 2005 The Living Cell - Quarterly Newsletter, August 2005 August 5, 2005 Taylor Collison Limited Broker Report August 3, 2005 New Zealand Herald article August 2, 2005 LCT announces pre-clinical results for treating Huntington's disease August 2, 2005 HD NtCell briefing July 29, 2005 Appendix 4C - Quarterly Cash Flow Report May 25, 2005 Results of General Meeting April 26, 2005 The Living Cell - Quarterly Newsletter, May 2005 Resources Newsletters Presentations Scientific Articles ... Stroke HD is caused by a defective gene and usually strikes between the ages of 30 and 45 although it may appear earlier or later. Every child of an HD parent has a 50 per cent risk of inheriting this genetic disease. There is a gradual physical, emotional and cognitive deterioration over 10 to 25 years, leading to total incapacitation and eventual death. There is presently no known cure or effective treatment. Symptoms include involuntary jerking movements of the limbs, face and trunk; increasing difficulty with communication, swallowing and walking; problems with planning, organisation and initiating, as well as personality change.

70. Lipids In Huntington's Disease Lipids in Huntington s disease. Huntington s disease (HD), though not a neurodevelopmental disorder as such, illustrates the utility of lipid therapy in http://www.ness-foundation.org.uk/Lipids-in-Huntingtons-disease.htm

Home Profile of New Chairman How You Can Help The Ness Foundation Research Activities ... Dyslexia Huntington's Disease Signs of a Lipid Problem Research Terms Explained Ness Foundation People Contact Details ... Links The Ness Foundation Ness House Dochfour Business Centre Inverness t: 01463 220 407 f: 01463 220 256 e: info@ness-foundation.org.uk Lipids in Huntington's Disease Huntington's disease (HD), though not a neurodevelopmental disorder as such, illustrates the utility of lipid therapy in the treatment of brain diseases. HD is an inherited disease in which the parts of the brain responsible for movement progressively degenerate. The afflicted person has involuntary movements and progressive cognitive decline, leading to dementia and death over 10 - 20 years. Until recently, there was no treatment available. Using an animal model of the disease, researchers showed that essential fatty acids prevented, or greatly diminished, disturbances in movement. Furthermore, using the niacin patch test, developed at The Ness Foundation, scientists have found evidence of a fatty acid deficit in HD This information has already been applied in human trials of fatty acid studies. In two studies, (

71. Priory Healthcare | Huntington's Disease Huntington s disease. A hereditary disease caused by a defect in a single gene that is inherited as a dominant characteristic, tending to appear in half of http://www.prioryhealthcare.co.uk/How-we-can-help/General-psychiatry/Huntingtons

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72. OTdirect Occupational Therapy Revision Notes: Huntington's Disease Occupational Therapy Revision Notes Huntington s disease= http://www.otdirect.co.uk/huntingtons.html

Occupational Therapy Revision Notes: Huntington's Disease (HD) Please note: This is a basic revision aid, not a comprehensive and reliable statement of medical fact. These notes should not be used to guide treatment. For reliable information and advice, consult a qualified practitioner. (Last updated: 19 March 2001) Prevalence 1:20000 worldwide, all ethnic groups. Some reports say 1:10000. Age at onset Usually 30-55 years old, but can be earlier or later. Cause Autosomal dominant genetic disorder ( i.e. if one parent has HD, there is a 50% chance of each child developing HD). See our separate guide to genetic conditions for a fuller explanation of genetic transmission. The gene for HD is on chromosome 4 and is involved in producing a protein called Huntingtin, but there is little more useful information on how this leads to damage to the central nervous system. Pathology Caudate nucleus atrophy with generalised cerebral atrophy and atrophy of the corpus striatum. The particular mechanisms are unknown. Presentation and symptoms Progressive dementia with increasingly prominent choreiform movements and likely personality and behavioural changes.

73. The DRM WebWatcher: Huntington's Disease A Disability Resources Monthly guide to the best online resources about Huntington s disease. http://www.disabilityresources.org/HUNTINGTONS.html

Home Subjects States Librarians ... Contact Us The DRM WebWatcher Huntington's Disease (HD) Updated 6/2004 A B C D ... About/Hint/Link An estimated 30,000 Americans have Huntington's disease (HD), a hereditary degenerative brain disorder which usually manifests in midlife. Here are some resources for individuals with HD, families, friends, and researchers. Caring for People with Huntington's Disease Supported by the Department of Neurology at the Kansas University Medical Center and by Huntington's disease support groups, this site includes information about patient abuse, behavioral issues, communication strategies, disability issues, eating and swallowing, genetics, home safety, organizations and support groups, suggestions for safe sleeping arrangements, and more. Hereditary Disease Foundation The foundation is a non-profit, basic science organization dedicated to the cure of genetic disease; its main focus is Huntington's. The web site provides information about testing issues, a reading list, newsletters, and research funding information. Huntington Disease Society of America (HDSA) Provides information about the disease and the society. Includes lists of chapters, residential care facilities, HD/movement disorder clinics, research roster and DNA banks, brain tissue banks, genetic testing centers, recent research developments, links, and more.

74. HUNTINGTONS-DISEASE huntingtonsdisease. Broader Terms. BRAIN-diseaseS. Subject Categories. D disease, Symptoms, and Pathological Processes. http://www.alzheimers.org/chid/00001388.htm

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75. New Model Of Huntington's Disease A new study of Huntington s disease finds that the main offender in the brain is a mutant protein, called huntingtin, in its fulllength form. http://www.genomenewsnetwork.org/articles/10_01/Huntingtons.shtml

Home About Topics New model of Huntington's disease By Edward R. Winstead October 26, 2001 A new study of Huntington's disease finds that the main offender in the brain is a mutant protein, called 'huntingtin,' in its full-length form. This mutant HD protein damages the brain by isolating other molecules that are needed to carry out essential functions in the cell. Normal HD protein is chopped up by enzymes in the brain. Cynthia T. McMurray and Roy B. Dyer, of the Mayo Clinic and Foundation in Rochester, Minnesota, discovered that mutant protein is more resistant to enzymes than is normal HD protein. They also found that mutant protein causes disease by targeting other molecules, including fragments of the normal HD protein. "Our data from multiple human brains confirm that normal HD is indeed targeted by the mutant protein in Huntington disease-affected brain," the researchers write in an advance online publication of Nature Genetics . "The mutation may result in the loss of normal HD function."

76. Gene Expression In Huntington's Disease Until recently, researchers working on Huntington s disease—an incurable neurological disorder that slowly mangles its victims ability to control their http://www.genomenewsnetwork.org/articles/05_00/huntingtons.shtml

Home About Topics Gene expression in Huntington's disease By Marina Chicurel May 15, 2000 Fig. 1 Scanned image of gene chip from an Affymetrix Mu6500 array set hybridized to complementary RNA probe derived from mouse striatal RNA.* The genes involved in the cascade of brain damage that afflicts patients with Huntington's disease are coming into focus and providing new perspectives on therapy development. Powerful new tools, however, are now allowing scientists to dissect the progression of Huntington's disease. A multi-institutional team led by James Olson, of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington, monitored the genes of mice carrying a mutated copy of the Huntington's gene, and pinpointed changes that occur just as the first symptoms start to emerge. "The mouse models provide a window into the early stages of the disease," says Ruth Luthi-Carter of the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Fig. 2 N10 in situ hybridization

77. Drug InfoNet - Huntingtons - [general] Caring for Huntington s disease Information for the public explanations, Research highlights on Huntington s disease - Information from the National http://www.druginfonet.com/index.php?pageID=huntingtons.htm

78. Avicena : Huntingtons Huntington s disease (HD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is caused by a What is Huntington s disease; Types of Huntington s disease http://www.avicenagroup.com/disease_targets/neurology/huntingtons.php

Back Online Store Contact Us Overview ... Neuromuscular Huntington's Disease Huntington's disease (HD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is caused by a defective gene. This genetic defect, which is often inherited, causes the deterioration of neurons in those parts of the brain that are responsible for controlling cognitive, emotional and motor functions. As a result, patients suffer a variety of symptoms including uncontrollable muscle movements, clumsiness, memory loss, and, ultimately, severe mental deterioration. In the United States, approximately 35,000 people suffer from HD. While there is no known cure for HD, physicians may prescribe certain medications to ease the symptoms of the disease. The Avicena Group is presently developing a novel drug candidate for the treatment of HD. This compound has shown significant neuro-protective effects in preclinical studies including improved motor movement and increased survival rate. The company has recently completed a Phase II clinical study of the compound and is in the process of analyzing the results. What is Huntington's Disease Types of Huntington's Disease Symptoms of Huntington's Disease Progression of Huntington's Disease ... Treatment of Huntington's Disease What is Huntington's Disease HD is a progressive neurodegenerative disease caused by a defective gene that is often inherited from parent to child. This genetic defect causes a programmed deterioration of neurons in those parts of the brain that are responsible for controlling cognitive, emotional and motor functions. This progressive deterioration results in a variety of symptoms including uncontrolled muscle movement, loss of intellectual capacity, and severe emotional disturbances.

79. Huntington's Disease Society Of America: caring and learning about Huntington’s disease (HD). A work in progress, this site is designed to expand with your needs. http://www.hdsa.org/

dqmcodebase = "../js/" Events Calendar Find HDSA near you! HDSA Marketplace Corporate Sponsors ... Breaking News Breaking News Dear Friend, Welcome to HDSA! Get acquainted with our new website, your resource center for sharing, this site is designed to expand with your needs. Visit us often and ...watch us grow. HDSA's Mission: We are committed to promoting and supporting research to find a cure, helping families and communities affected by this disease and educating the public and healthcare professionals about HD. To Make a Donation to HDSA click here! Turn your online purchase into a donation for the Huntington's Disease Society of America. Shop through the HDSA Affiliates. Click on the images to find out how. 9th Annual Guthrie Dinner ~ Walkdorf=Astoria ~ New York, NY Thursday, October 20th, 2005 ~ Cocktail and Silent Auction, 6PM ~Awards Dinner, 7PM HDSA Event Calendar Sep 18, 2005 - Sep 24, 2005 Wednesday, September 21, 2005 HD Cure Classic 2005- Delaware Valley Chapter 8:00 AM 4th Annual Golf Tournament - Northern California Region 11:00 AM Saturday, September 24, 2005 ... ADE for HD Dinner and Dance- Upper Midwest Region 7:00 PM HDSA in the News Huntington's Celebrates Hope with Honorees Leslie Nielsen and Distinguished Leaders Celebration of Hope Scores a Knockout Chapters/Regions/Volunteers add your event to the HDSA National Calendar Shop at our HDSA Market Place today!!!

80. NINDS Forwarding Page Huntington s disease information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/huntington.htm

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