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From The Blog
Tributes to a Passionate NPH Physician Advocate — The Passing of Harold O. Conn, MD
Harold O. Conn, MD was a world-famous doctor specializing in diseases of the liver. After his retirement he developed Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) and thus embarked on his second career which was to study and spread awareness of this condition. His perspective was unique and informed, and his work was generous and insightful. In this article HA board member Marvin Sussman, PhD and Carlos Hakim, PhD pay tribute to Dr. Conn and his work. (more…)
Join the 2012 Virtual WALK Community Today
By Jordan Faigen, National Campaigns Manager
While our HA WALK events are reaching new cities year after year, many times families and individuals still cannot attend even the closest event. We started our Virtual WALK program last year and we are pleased to announce that we are launching our 2012 Virtual WALK website! By registering on this website people can create teams or sign up as individuals and fundraise for HA by holding their own small WALK or other event. (more…)
2012 Hydrocephalus Scholarships Now Available
The Hydrocephalus Association is pleased to offer nine scholarships to young adults with hydrocephalus. The scholarships are $1,000 each and will be awarded in June. To read more about the instructions, criteria and how to apply please click here. We are accepting applications now through April 1, 2012!
2012 Neuro Film Festival
There is an opportunity to submit a short video to The American Academy of Neurology Foundation telling your story about why more research is needed to find a cure to hydrocephalus. Please read the following on the guidelines and deadline for submission.
