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Katie – “When I reached 16 I Had Dislocated My Hips about 50 Times from EDS”

Katie Vale has finally discovered some methods to help her manage her Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome symptoms.  By: Lucy Benyon Published: Sun, December 15, 2013 “Katie Vale was diagnosed with Ehlers- Danlos disease which causes regular injuries [PH] Katie, 34, lives in Essex in the UK. Eleven years ago she was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a condition that causes her […]

Watch Ehlers-Danlos episode on “Good Morning America” – Video Link

“Good Morning America” reported about Ehlers-Danlos on Friday, 11/29/2013. We are providing a link to  Watch the VIDEO of the TV segment. EDS awareness is one positive outcome of the tragic story about the Huber family’s false allegations of child abuse.  Their daughter has been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Click here for this story  about the Huber family’s false allegations […]

EDS Awareness Speaker Series – The Evolution of Genetic Diagnosis – Recording Available

EDS Awareness invites you to watch this FREE webinar recording! Our presenter for November 20th was  Stephanie Gandomi, MS, CGC, LGC She is a Licensed Genetic Counselor Her topic was: “The Evolution of Genetic Diagnosis and Why This Matters In Patient Care!” The recording of this presentation is now available at the following link:  Click here to […]

Ayiana Lives With the Constant Pain That She Endures Each Day

This courageous young lady has a faith in God that helps her manage her pain from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. By: Daniel Elizondo Silsbee, TX Living life as a vibrant 14-year old teen is the epitome of life. Football games, birthday parties, hanging out with friends. It’s that age when you are on the brink of maturing […]

TV News Report: Ehlers-Danlos Leads to Bogus Child Abuse Allegations – Watch Videos

All charges were finally dismissed after false child abuse allegations kept Andrew Huber separated from his daughter for nine months. She has been diagnosed with EDS. Watch the videos below to hear about the family’s ordeal.  Similar articles appeared on Yahoo Shine and in the news. Watch them on the  Katie Couric Show  which aired on […]

Dr. Pradeep Chopra Video: Think Tank 2013

Dr. Pradeep Chopra, Director, Pain Management Center Interventional Pain Management Center of Rhode Island Learn more from his very informative video presentation. Be sure to watch all 6 presentations by EDS experts, including Dr. Henderson, Dr. Francomano,  and more.  All the videos below have been updated on 11/12/2013 to include the presentation slides of each doctor. These […]

Dr. Collins Video: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome’s Affect on Gastrointestinal Function

Dr. Heidi Collins, EDS expert and patient, talks about how Ehlers-Danlos affects digestion, nutrition, bowel function, and gut-related immune function. She indicates that gastrointestinal complications of EDS are common, potentially disabling, under-appreciated by clinicians, and well-documented in existing literature. Learn more from her very informative video presentation. Be sure to watch all 6 presentations by […]

Dr. Francomano Video: Ehlers-Danlos’ Affect on Multiple Body Systems

Don’t miss these videos! Dr. Francomano, EDS expert, talks about Ehlers-Danlos as a multi-dimensional disorder that can profoundly affect quality-of-life.  She describes how EDS affects multiple body systems–musculoskeletal, neurological, dermatological, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and immunological. She discusses pain, fatigue, autonomic dysfunction, and much more. Chiari, Fibromuscular Dysplasia, CVID, and Mast Cell Activation Disorder are also mentioned. […]