Huntington’s Disease is one of the most common hereditary diseases, with about 150,000 Americans at risk of inheriting it. In order to educate the masses, Huntington’s Disease Society of America will be holding an educational symposium in Santa Maria at the Radisson Hotel on May 26, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The Huntington’s symposium will focus on general information about the disease and what services are available for sufferers.
Dr. Jan Nolta, professor director at the UC Davis Stem Cell Program and Institute for Regenerative Cures, will be the keynote speaker. She’ll discuss advances in research and what treatment options are available.
A representative from Lundbeck, a company that distributes Xenaxine, will speak about treatments in chorea, which is associated with Huntington’s Disease.
Seating is limited to 100 people, so hopeful attendees are encouraged to make a reservation. The Huntington’s Disease Society of America is expecting this to be a high-interest event.
For more information, contact Melissa Bilardi at 441-5618. There’s no attendance cost, thanks to a donation from the Enterprise Ballroom for the symposium, and refreshments will be served for attendees.
Anyone interested in donating to the Huntington’s Disease Society of America can visithdsa.org.
Intern Henry Houston compiled this week’s Community Corner. Send comments or ideas to the Sun via e-mail at intern@santamariasun.com..
This article appears in May 20-27, 2010.
