| Our Newsletter -- Aug-Sep 2006 -- VBF Vascular Birthmarks Co |
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In anticipation of the Vascular Birthmarks Foundation "All Vascular Birthmarks Conference" in Boston Oct 26 and 27 we offer a variety of medical topics and information to help you prepare for it.
We are very fortunate to have some world's leading laser doctors, researchers, and companies sponsor our organization. If you have the opportunity please thank our sponsors. They help us make a difference!
We want to thank Dr. Geronemus of the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York for renewing his long-term Diamond Sponsorship of Birthmarks.com.
As well, we thank Dr. Albert Nemeth of The Advanced Specialized Laser Center in Clearwater, FL for renewing his long-term Diamond Sponsorship of Birthmarks.com.
Stuart Nelson, MD, Ph.D, of the Beckman Laser Institute continues his long-term sponsorship of our organization.
Cynosure Laser has renewed its Diamond Sponsorship of Birthmarks.com.
See you at the conference! |
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Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome and Parkes-Weber Syndrome
By Stephanie Cale
KTS and PWS are two important conditions that may occur with a port-wine stain. Read about and become familiar with them here! |
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PHACES Association
By Michelle Moncrief
Michelle Moncrief, mother of Caitlin, tells us about PHACES syndrome, a condition that can be confused with SWS. |
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Glaucoma and Sturge Weber Syndrome-- Some Facts You Should Know
By Linda Rozell-Shannon, MS, with medical editing by Dr. Aaron Fay
Plain-language facts for individuals affected by glaucoma, which is the most serious eye problem of Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS). |
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Michael's Cynergy Experience, Part 2
By Michael Steffano
Our Executive Director discusses his first treatment with Cynosure's new Cynergy laser. |
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Preschooler/Early Childhood Beginning School article
By Victoria Crawford
School's here! Whether your child is just starting or perhaps returning to the classroom, Birthmark.com's Victoria Crawford has some tips for coping! |
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Basic Port-Wine Stain Complications
By Charles Cale
Our Newsgroup administrator, Charlie, talks about the medical necessity to treat PWSs and some complications to be aware of. |
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Apple A Day
By Larry Gelfund
Apple A Day - A Peasant's Prose Lifts Everyone's Attitude, Definitely Amplifies You |
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Link of the Month
The Vascular Birthmark Foundation's next conference will be held in Boston in October 2006! Read about it here! |
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Makeup Room
By Joie Davidow
Joie Davidow, our makeup guru, reviews the basics of sun protection and reviews the newest sunscreen recently approved by the FDA for sale in the United States! |
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