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"What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

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The History of Congo Red

December 9, 2019

For decades, the Congo red histologic stain has been essential to confirm, or rule out, the presence of amyloid in a biopsy specimen. But how did the stain get the name Congo red?

Filed Under: Featured News Tagged With: amyloidosis, amyloidosis diagnosis, amyloidosis research, congo red, diagnosing amyloidosis

Amyloidosis and Diet

November 10, 2019

While there is no special diet that will cure or treat Amyloidosis, both healthy eating and following doctor-recommended restrictions are essential. Guest blogger Lori Grover offers some tips on dealing with dietary changes.

Filed Under: Featured News Tagged With: amyloid assassin, amyloidosis, amyloidosis and diet, amyloidosis dietary changes, amyloidosis treatment

Play FORE The Cure 2019

October 23, 2019

On September 9, 2019 we held our second charity golf tournament, Play FORE The Cure. It was a smashing success!

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10 Signs You Might Have Amyloidosis

October 16, 2019

What is amyloidosis and 10 signs you might have it, according to the Mayo Clinic

Filed Under: Featured News, What Is Amyloidosis Tagged With: amyloidosis, amyloidosis diagnosis, diagnosing amyloidosis, mayo clinic

Support Groups: Can They Play A Role In Your Treatment?

September 30, 2019

Have you recently been diagnosed with Amyloidosis? Wondering if joining a support group, whether online or in person, would be right for you? This may help you decide.

Filed Under: Featured News Tagged With: amyloid assassin, amyloidosis, amyloidosis treatment, caregiver

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