Special Edition: Living Better with PKU Series

The rare genetic condition known as phenylketonuria (PKU) - characterized by an inability to metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine (Phe). Phe is toxic to the brain, and it can progressively produce serious neurological damage, mental retardation, reduced IQ and motor deficits if uncontrolled. Patient Power has produced many programs on living with, managing and accessing care for PKU.

Special Edition: Huntington's Disease

Patient PowerŪ is recognized for its dedication to educating patients about illnesses that are not covered by mainstream media. One such illness is Huntington's Disease (HD), also commonly referred to as Huntington's chorea. HD is a neurodegenerative disease that breaks down motor skills and cognitive abilities, and causes various emotional and physical changes like depression, uncontrolled movements, moodiness, obsession, compulsion, and even rage. Join us for a series of three webcasts, with leading experts from around the country.

Special Edition: Lymphoma Series with Andrew Schorr

Lymphomas account for about five percent of all cases of cancer in the United States and it's the most common form of blood cancer. It affects many, which is why it's important to know about the latest treatments and news related to this disease. In our series of 4 webcasts discussing lymphoma, you'll hear from leading experts about cutting-edge treatment and why you should be encouraged as a patient. These programs will be interactive so please email your questions in advance so we can get to as many as possible.

Special Edition: Multiple Myeloma Series with Andrew Schorr.

When it comes to the serious blood related cancer, multiple myeloma, the good news is definitely that knowledge is power. Treatments are changing, clinical research is encouraging and people are living with the disease. Almost 20,000 people are diagnosed each year in the U.S. and 100,000 people are in treatment at any one time. Fortunately, the range of treatments is expanding and even the newest drugs are being combined in powerful ways. It's gotten so printed information becomes out of date pretty fast. That's why we are happy to announce a series of seven live, 1 hour Special Edition webcasts where you can hear the latest myeloma news from leading experts and inspiring, experienced patients and ask them questions.

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