APRIL 2011

Essential Tremor vs. Dystonia

There are about 20 conditions that can cause tremor. The most common of all is essential tremor, followed by Parkinson�s disease and then dystonia. Although all these conditions cause tremor, the treatments can be as unique as the conditions themselves. Find out the difference between essential tremor and dystonia.

Spirit of Hope Award Shari Finsilver

In March, the International Essential Tremor Foundation presented the very first Spirit of Hope Award to Shari Finsilver in recognition of her extraordinary effort to bring hope to those suffering from essential tremor (ET) and their families. For years, she has supported the IETF�s mission and the ET community by raising awareness, leading fundraising efforts, leading a support group, and donating time, money, and resources generously on behalf of the IETF.

Each year, the Shari Finsilver Spirit of Hope Award will be presented to a person that embodies Shari�s spirit and commitment to combating ET, supporting the IETF, and spreading hope to those with ET and their loved ones.

Congratulations Shari!

Ten Tools for Dealing with Chronic Illness Humor is good

Who thinks about tools for dealing with a chronic illness? It's not something you consider until it's too late. When you become sick you lose control of so many things in your life that it becomes extremely important to take responsibility for what you can control. That means instead of reaching for the 1/2 gallon of ice cream to throw yourself another pity party you instead choose to go for a walk, to meditate, read a book or watch your favorite comedian on T.V. You do what you know you need to do to help yourself. When you take action to help yourself, you empower yourself which eventually will lead to better health!

Congressional Reception Gets Things Shaking Capitol Building

On March 30, the IETF hosted a congressional reception in Washington D.C., to thank those Representatives who supported House Resolution 1264, designating March as National Essential Tremor Awareness Month.

More than fifty people attended the reception, in addition to our Executive Director and members of our Board of Directors. There were many interesting and in-depth conversations on how to increase ET awareness at a national level and the importance of continued funding for ET research. Several follow-up meetings have been scheduled. We�ll keep you posted on future developments.

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