Scleroderma Foundation eLetter

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Photo of the Week

Piedmont Area Support Group, Rock Hill, S.C. – During their last group meeting Dr. David Burack listened intently to Tiffany Garner (youngest member—13 years) who was reading a paper she did at school on scleroderma and how it has affected her health. Of course, she got an excellent grade. Tiffany's mother, Denise, is beside her.

Commemorative Stamp for Scleroderma

The Scleroderma Foundation is pursuing a commemorative stamp for scleroderma. Please read information, which describes the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee selection process and identifies who sits on the committee. Please bring the list of committee members to the attention of your family and friends.


Friday, August 22, 2008– Issue #258	eLetter Archive

Grant Recipients Needed for Scleroderma Research

New and established research scholars are needed for the Scleroderma Foundation's research grant funding program. All eligible entries will be evaluated by an academic peer review committee. Acceptance will be based on merit and availability of funds.

Grant Application Deadline: Sept. 15, 2008 by 5 p.m. EST.

We Can All Play a Part in Research

Invest in Hope! The 10th Anniversary Campaign for Research

2008 marks the 10th anniversary of the Scleroderma Foundation. As we commemorate this milestone and look to the future, we imagine a world free of scleroderma. This is the greatest hope of those whose lives have been touched by this disease.

Inherent in each Scleroderma Foundation research grant is the hope that our funds will make a significant difference to a researcher whose investigations may lead to the cure.

Exercise to Stay Young

Can exercise influence your genetic age?

Maybe, according to a new study by researchers at King’s College London, in the United Kingdom. Previous research showed that regular exercise can help prevent diseases associated with aging – such as heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer and osteoporosis. The new study finds it even may slow down the aging process itself.

Paula Deen

Paula Deen and Team Rensi Head to Tennessee for the Food City 250

Bobby Hamilton Jr. and the Team Rensi Motorsports/Smithfield #25 Ford Fusion move on to Bristol, Tennessee Friday evening, August 22nd for the Food City 250.

Bristol Motor Speedway is so short that speeds here are far lower than is typical on most NASCAR oval tracks, but very fast compared to other short tracks due to the high banking, making for a considerable amount of "swapping paint." Also the initial starting grid of 43 vehicles extends almost halfway around the track, meaning that the slower-qualifying cars begin the race almost half a lap down.

Upcoming Events

	August 23 (Sat.) "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" walk (York, Pa..)
	September 6 (Sat.) Educational Forum (Liverpool, N.Y.)
	September 6 (Sat.) Educational Meeting with Dr. David Collier (Denver, Colo.)
	September 7 (Sun.) "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" (Burlington, Vermont.)
	September 13 (Sat.) Patient Education Day (Chicago, Ill..)
	September 13 (Sat.) Ride for Scleroderma" Motorcycle Ride (Henderson, Minn.)
	September 14 (Sun.) "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" (Topsfield, Mass.)
Complete SF Calendar

Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105, Danvers, MA 01923
Phone 978-463-5843 · 800-722-HOPE (4673)

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