The Colour of Health, Fibroids and a Lupus Discussion
The Dana Centre is the adult venue of the Science Museum and is a space for discussions, debates and activities on contemporary science, technology and social issues for the general public. Bridgette York will be attending to speak about new developments for fibroid treatment & her own successful treatment, and whether environmental, or social factors can affect their development. The event is called “The Colour of Health” on Thursday the 5th of March from 7pm-9pm. You are welcome to attend. This event may be webcast.
There are diseases that affect some communities more than others. Rather than just genetics, this is down to an interplay of biological, social and environmental factors. The science museum will be looking at two diseases that are prevalent in women , that can have particular issues for black women, i.e. lupus and fibroids, and discuss causes, support and solutions.
Speakers:
Mariam Molokhia, lecturer in genetic epidemiology, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Adetoun Hughes, Chair of the South London Lupus Group.
Isaac Manyonda, consultant gynaecologist, St George's Hospital
Bridgette York founder of the Fibroid Network Patient Group
Event organised by:
The Science Museum
http://www.danacentre.org.uk/events/2009/03/05/485
Call 020 7942 4040 or e-mail tickets@danacentre.org.uk
Address for the talk is:
The Science Museum's Dana Centre
165 Queen's Gate
South Kensington
London
SW7 5HD
