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Fragile X Syndrome

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The National Fragile X Foundation

International. 55 groups. Founded 1984. Mission includes phone and email support, promoting awareness, education, research and legislative advocacy regarding fragile X syndrome, a hereditary condition which is the most common known cause of inherited mental impairment. Services also include a quarterly journal, research grants, local, national and international conferences and educational resources (books and videotapes for a fee).
Write:
National Fragile X Foundation
P.O. Box 34
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Voice: 1-800-688-8765
Fax: 925-938-9315
Website: http://www.FragileX.org
E-mail: NATLFX@FragileX.org
Verified: 10/8/2008

FRAXA Research Foundation

International. 30 affiliated groups. Founded 1994. Support and information on Fragile X syndrome. Funds medical research, investigator-initiated grants and postdoctoral fellowships. Newsletter and literature. Some chapters have support group meetings. Guidelines available on starting a similar group.
Write:
FRAXA Research Foundation
45 Pleasant St.
Newburyport, MA 01950
Voice: 978-462-1866
Fax: 978-463-9985
Website: http://www.fraxa.org
E-mail: info@fraxa.org
Verified: 10/8/2008

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