Video: What is MS?
I have seen doctors describe Multiple Sclerosis, but I do not think I have see a better, clearer, (and even humorous) description than this video by teslagirlM.
What is Social Anxiety Disorder?
University of California “Health Matters” program on Social Anxiety Disorder.
This is a terrific video providing an in depth discussion of social anxiety and social phobia, its causes and treatment.
Brain Control Interface – 60 Minutes Video
Watch this 60 Minutes story on Scott Mackler, a man with almost total paralysis, who can communicate with a computer with just his thoughts using a BCI (Brain Control Interface).
Scott Mackler was a husband, father and successful neuroscientist when he received perhaps the worst news imaginable. At the age of 40, he could run a marathon in three and a half hours, but it was about that time he discovered he had ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Today, Scott Mackler’s mind is as sharp as ever, but his body has failed. Doctors call it “locked in” syndrome. Scott and his wife Lynn learned to communicate with about the only thing he has left, eye movement.To signal “yes,” Lynn says Scott looks at her; to …
Celiac Disease
Bob Kraft’s PISSD is one of my favorite disability blogs. Bob recently wrote an article about Celiac Disease awareness:
Celiac disease is a hereditary allergy to gluten. In its worst forms it can be crippling. But more and more doctors are becoming aware of this disease and making proper diagnosis of it in their patients. Until only a few years ago, the symptoms frequently went undiagnosed.
Having helped suffers of Celiac Disease with their Social Security cases in Colorado, I have seen first hand the impact of this condition and the difficulty trying to get Social Security to accept that it is disabling.
Here is an introduction to Celiac Disease and its symptoms:…
Video: More Project Bandaloop
If you liked the Beijing Olympics Opening with the last torch bearer running around the inner ring of the stadium, check this out.
Multiple Sclerosis – Faces of MS
Video: Soldiers with PTSD wounded and waiting
This is an important video about soldier facing PTSD and how they struggle to cope.
Update: sorry folks, it looks like this video has disappeared. 
Video: Arielle Dombasle “Rum and Coca Cola”
I love the original song, but I can’t find a video worth posting. This update is a good cover and a fun video.
2008 MDA Lock-Up
I had a great time volunteering for the 2008 Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) lockup.
It is not too late to make a donation, just click here.
