Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. These blood cells and platelets are produced within the bone marrow. When a child is suffering from leukemia, white blood cells may not be able to form properly and stay immature. These immature cells then continue to reproduce rapidly, pushing out the healthy, fully grown white blood cells and producing a variety of symptoms. Leukemia is the most common form of pediatric cancer affecting around 4,000 children in the United States every year, meaning … [Read more...]
World Malaria Day, April 25
April 25, 2015 by
On April 25th people across the globe take part in a wide range of activities to mark World Malaria Day. For half the world every day is malaria day - a day to keep up the fight against this killer disease. This website is a communication and advocacy platform for civil society north and south to showcase your work , share resources , engage in dialogue, contribute views, ideas and events to mobilise the world against malaria. Key Facts In 2013, there were 198 million cases, and 584 000 … [Read more...]
Andrea Nugent – WOMAN of ACTION™
September 9, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse of soul. A Woman that was not only struck by breast cancer, she began her journey diagnosed with epilespy and instead of falling into a life of self pity, this gal Took Action, turned her life around and used this challenge as an opportunity to 'pay-it-forward'. She is today the founder of an organization designed to help young women find their own inner power and take full control of their own lives, and is … [Read more...]
Lorna Blake – I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You? (Video)
September 15, 2012 by
- Lorna Blake - 'I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You?' (UFO Disclosure + World Conference 2012 Info) How are you? I trust your weekend is going well:) Here's a video of people from all over the world experiencing galactic encounters. This video has been produced and released by InLIght Radio for you to share with all your family, friends, neighbours, work colleagues - and the world - to let them know that our Galactic family is here. For … [Read more...]
Lymphoma – Symptoms and Treatments
June 27, 2012 by
LYMPHOMA - Symptoms and Treatments Lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in immune system cells called lymphocytes. Like other cancers, lymphoma occurs when lymphocytes are in a state of uncontrolled cell growth and multiplication. Lymphocytes are white blood cells that move throughout the body in a fluid called lymph. They are transported by a network of vessels that make up the lymphatic system, part of the immune system. The lymphatic system - whose job it is to fight … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s disease (AD)
May 29, 2012 by
Alzheimer's disease (AD), also known in medical literature as Alzheimer disease, is the most common form of dementia. There is no cure for the disease, which worsens as it progresses, and eventually leads to death. It was first described by German psychiatrist and neuropathologist Alois Alzheimer in 1906 and was named after him. Most often, AD is diagnosed in people over 65 years of age, although the less-prevalent early-onset Alzheimer's can occur much earlier. In 2006, there were 26.6 … [Read more...]
INSPIRATIONAL VIDEO – I CAN RISE ABOVE THIS PRISON
May 25, 2012 by
I CAN RISE ABOVE THIS PRISON This video was made for http://www.gossamerheart.com / and is dedicated to all of you who are dealing with a chronic illness, or disease and to their caretakers as well. I present an honest look at living with a chronic illness and how a person feels to be trapped inside a body that once served them, but no longer does. Please visit our web site we support those who suffered abuse, oppression, and those who are chronically ill. Our web site … [Read more...]
Children with Red Blood Cell Disorders – Toy & Food Drive ~ Take Action !!!
December 7, 2011 by
Greetings To All, SCMN Holiday Giving Toy and Food Drive Donation Benefiting children with Red Blood Cell Disorders Sickle-cell disease (SCD), or sickle-cell anaemia (or anemia, SCA) or drepanocytosis, is an autosomal recessive genetic blood disorder with overdominance, characterized by red blood cells that assume an abnormal, rigid, sickle shape. Sickling decreases the cells' flexibility and results in a risk of various complications. The sickling occurs … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION™ – Courtney Leigh Hewitt
September 19, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women™ is honored to Celebrate the Life through this Tribute to a Caring, Compassionate, Courageous, Giving and Strong Woman! This Woman's dying wish was to share her Story so that as many people possible could be educated on the elusive traits of a disease named PML. The Courage and Strength that she maintained during her experience with this disease is an Inspiration to One & All. In the words of her Father: '...before Courtney lost her ability to speak, she asked me … [Read more...]
