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Emergency Preparedness Kit This kit is your tool to help you be prepared in the event of an emergency. We suggest putting the completed packet in a brightly colored envelope or folder so it is easy to find. At home, keep it near the door so it is handy for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and […]
Download a PDF of our Emergency Alert Card which you can carry in your wallet.
Your family health history is a collection of health information about you and your close relatives. It contains information about disorders, diseases, and health problems that you and your children may be at risk for now or in the future. Most important, it can also help your doctors as they consider whether or not you […]
Stickler syndrome is a group of genetic disorders that affects connective tissue, specifically collagen. The condition is characterized by facial abnormalities, ocular problems, hearing loss, and joint problems. What are the features of Stickler syndrome? How prevalent is Stickler syndrome? What other names do people use for Stickler syndrome? How is Stickler syndrome diagnosed? Find […]
MASS Phenotype is a connective tissue disorder that is similar to Marfan syndrome in that people with the condition have the similar Mitral valve, Aorta, Skin, and Skeletal features. People with MASS phenotype do not have lens dislocation, but rather myopia (nearsightedness), and do not show progressive and dangerous aortic root enlargement, hallmark features of Marfan syndrome. What other […]
A thoracic aortic aneurysm is an enlargement of the aorta in the thoracic cavity (chest area), which is the first part of the artery that takes blood away from the heart. A thoracic aortic aneurysm can progressively enlarge over time and doesn’t usually have symptoms. However, if an enlarged aneurysm is not surgically repaired, it […]
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome hypermobility type is one of six different types of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, and it is the most common. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome hypermobility type is a connective tissue disorder that predominantly affects the skeletal system. It is characterized by loose joints, often associated with chronic (long-term) joint pain. What other names do people use for Ehlers-Danlos […]
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