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This list of organizations is drawn from the MCH Organizations Database. Contact information is the most recent known to the MCH Digital Library.


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Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation (BEBRF)

Annotation: The Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation (BEBRF) is an international clearinghouse for information on spasms of the facial musculature (blepharospasm, Meige's syndrome, and hemifacial spasms). The foundation works to eradicate blepharospasm and to support people with the disorder. Activities include sponsorship of continuing education and an annual international conference. The foundation provides referrals, publications, and reference information to consumers. Publications include Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Meige's and Other Related Disorders , a bimonthly newsletter, and a catalog of audiovisual materials. Some materials are available in Spanish. The Foundation also sponsors conferences and workshops.

Keywords: Benign essential blepharospasm, Facial dystonia, Meige syndrome, Neuromuscular diseases, Support groups, Information services, , Vision disorders

   

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