Did You Know Grabber Warmers has created a very special online offer for you. If you would like to purchase any products from their Web site, you will receive free shipping and 15% off your total order. Enter code SCFO2009 during checkout to receive the discount. This offer is valid until 12/31/09). Use this link to get the discount.

Photo of the Week

These young ladies had a blast at the 2008 Greater Chicago Chapter "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" walk!

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 29, 2008– Issue #259

eLetter Archive

NIAMS Introduces Easy-to-Read Health Information CD-ROM

NIAMS has developed a new CD-ROM for clinicians and individuals seeking easy-to-read information on musculoskeletal, rheumatic, and skin diseases. The CD contains print-friendly copies of select NIAMS publications in English, Spanish, and Chinese.

PAH Incidence High in Sclerosis

The incidence of pulmonary arterial hypertension in systemic sclerosis is 0.61 per 100 patient-years, according to data on 384 patients in a study presented at the annual meeting of the European League Against Rheumatism.

New Developments in Localized Scleroderma

Abstract:
Purpose of review: Localized scleroderma, also known as morphea, is the most frequent form of scleroderma in childhood. Early diagnosis, appropriate assessment and effective treatment may improve the long-term outcome.

Donate Through the United Way or Combined Federal Campaign Programs

Donating to the Foundation through the United Way or Combined Federal Campaign is an easy and convenient way to support the important work of the Foundation. A small deduction of $5 per paycheck can add up to over $200 per year for the Foundation. It's simple, convenient, and can really make a difference.

Wristies On Sale Through September 1

Wristies are fingerless gloves, cuffs, and glove liners made of Polartec® fleece. The products keep hands warm by improving circulation at the back of the hand and the pulse point. They come in a variety of colors, sizes, and styles, including heated with a pocket to insert a mini hand warmer.

Web site: www.wristies.com. Apply the code LABOR2008 during checkout. Questions? Call 800-811-8290, M–F, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Please leave a message and we'll return the call just as soon as we can. E-mail: sue@wristies.com

The Nationwide Series Moves West

After all the excitement and great media exposure for the Scleroderma Foundation at Bristol last week, Bobby Hamilton, Jr. and the Team Rensi Motorsports/Smithfield #25 Ford Fusion move on to Fontanta, California for the Camping World 300 presented by Coleman.  While not Bobby’s favorite track, he does admit that, unlike a short track like Bristol or Dover, it is a venue where you can move up on the racetrack.

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