Press Release: $150,000 Donation to Fund Vital Research

Donation to Fund Vital Research into Mal de Debarquement SyndromeShannondell, PA – November 20, 2013 – The MdDS Balance Disorder Foundation is pleased to announce that it has received a $150,000 donation from Ellen Kaye to fund vital research into the cause of and a cure for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome. This donation, along with funds generated […]

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Mary Kay Fundraiser, Now Through December 19

Mary Kay has wonderful gifts for the holidays for all ages, and Debbie Vecheck has created a fantastic opportunity for you to shop for your friends and loved ones – while supporting the Foundation. Through December 19th, Debbie will donate 50% of net proceeds to the MdDS Foundation. Please support Debbie and shop her site www.marykay.com/dvecheck today. This is […]

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One Epic Run to Raise Awareness

December 7–8, Doug, an MdDSer since March of 2013, will run a 24-hour ultra­marathon to raise awareness of MdDS.Doug has completed over 30 ultra­m­arathons but he says, “Since developing MdDS it has been a challenge to train like I should. I consider myself blessed to be able to function at work and continue running.I KNOW what a […]

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Sara’s Shopping Tips

Before we get to today’s post, we’re pleased to announce that Amazon.com is now making charitable donations to the MdDS Foundation. You shop. Amazon Gives. After you use this link http://smile.amazon.com/ch/20-5953110 and set the MdDS Balance Disorder Foundation as your chosen charity, any time you shop Smile.Amazon will make a 0.5% donation on your behalf. With […]

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MdDS Walk 2013: Denver, UK and…

We would like to invite you to the third annual MdDS Walk. This is a global awareness raising event for Rockers and non-Rockers alike. The physical walk in Colorado is a fun, family-friendly – and noncompetitive – event. Nicknamed the Rock’n Stroll, each year we leisurely rock and stroll down a path at a local park, chatting with […]

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Doug’s Strange Days

In March of 2013, my wife and I enjoyed a 7 day Caribbean cruise. I consider us veteran cruisers as we have taken eight or nine cruises in the past. I never experience motion sickness during a cruise, however I always experience the feeling of being still on the ship after disembarking for a few […]

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In Memory & Honor Donations

The Foundation would like to acknowledge the following donations made by friends and loved ones. We thank you for your care and support.Donations In Memorium In memory of Edith Braunstein – Larry & Phyllis Galinkin* * * * * * To make a donation “in honor of” or “in memory of” designated individuals or occasions, please use the […]

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LIBR Study Recruitment: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Laureate Institute for Brain Research Study Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome A Laureate Institute for Brain Research (LIBR) research study is investigating the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for the treatment of Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS), a balance disorder characterized by chronic rocking dizziness which usually follows prolonged exposure to […]

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