News Releases

REF NO.: 114

SUBJECT:	Newfoundland researchers discover gene responsible for deadly heart condition
DATE:	Feb. 26, 2008

Information related to this discovery is embargoed for release at 12 PM, ET, Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008

For Newfoundlanders with ARVC (arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy), death is often the first symptom. However, there is hope. Researchers in Newfoundland have discovered the gene responsible for this genetic heart condition and doctors are already performing life-saving interventions to those with this deadly condition.

Join the researchers responsible for this gene discovery, and the clinicians responsible for delivering life-saving interventions to those affected by this devastating disease, as they announce the details of this important discovery.

What: News conference to announce important gene discovery (to be) published online Feb. 28, 12:00 ET, 2008 in the American Journal of Human Genetics.

Who: Dr. Terry Young (Molecular Geneticist)

Dr. Sean Connors (Cardiologist)

Kathy Hodgkinson (Research Associate/Genetic Counsellor)

Two people affected by this condition

When: Feb. 28, 11:00 am

Where: Junior Common Room

R. Gushue Hall

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Parking is available in front of R. Gushue Hall and next to this building in lots 11 & 12

All speakers, and other key contributors to this discovery, will be available for interviews following the event.

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