Bay Area families lead research efforts for Rett Syndrome
Rett syndrome is one of thousands of genetic disorders in existence — but one of the few many people believe will soon be reversible. Scientists were able to reverse symptoms of the neurodevelopmental disorder in mice in 2007, giving hope to families everywhere.
Needles in brief – a collection of area events.
NEEDLES – The Needles Center at Palo Verde College invites all new and continuing students to meet at the college at 725 West Broadway promptly at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 2, to buy, sell, and/or trade used books with one another.
Area 15 Special Olympians win state contests
Five athletes and three coaches from Area 15 Special Olympics attended the Tennessee Special Olympics in Nashville last weekend. All the athletes won medals, including Paul Myers, Area 15 power lifter, who achieved a personal best bench press of 225 pounds and a deadlift of 345 pounds.