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Lorenzo’s Oil – Part 4: The Myelin Project

After discovering the miracle drug known as Lorenzo’s Oil, Augusto Odone and his wife, Michaela, founded an organization known as The Myelin Project. The Myelin Project hopes to develop cures for myelin-degenerating diseases around the world, namely ALD.

For more info, click "Javyair" near the top of the page. Look for any preceding articles on Lorenzo’s Oil to further boost your knowledge and understanding.

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Food Allergy or Food Intolerance?

Let us clear up the crucial differences between food allergies and food intolerance and what you can do about them.

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The Musculoskeletal System

Muscular dystrophies refer to a group of more than 30 genetic diseases which are characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal muscles..Studies and estimation show that after sustaining a hip fracture (as a result of osteoporosis) 20% of patients die within, one year, 50% cannot walk without assistance while 25% may have to be admitted to nursing care homes..The Musculoskeletal System.

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How to Deal with Lactose Intolerance

For some people, consumption of dairy products, such as milk, ice cream and cottage cheese can cause bloating, pain, diarrhea and gas — a condition called lactose intolerance.

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Klinefelter’s Syndrome: XXY

Klinefelter’s Syndrome is a chromosomal condition in which males exhibit the chromosome makeup of XXY.

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The Most Horrible Diseases Ever to Tremble the World 3

Don’t doubt and don’t ask why. These weird and horrible diseases exist around us. They really make it difficult for those affected to live normal lives.

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Huntington’s Disease

An explanation on Huntington’s disease.

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Amniocentesis: Prenatal Screening

If you wish to screen your coming baby against some genetic diseases, your gynecologist may give you a go ahead for amniocentesis. In developing countries, it is illegally being used for sex prediction purposes and aborting the girl fetuses indiscriminately.

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Understanding Genetic Testing: Answers to Five Common Questions

Useful answers for anyone who is curious about genetic testing.

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Down Syndrome

About the genetic disorder, Down Syndrome. (Also known as Down’s Syndrome or Trisomy 21).