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February 10, 2012

Guillain-Barre Syndrome (cont.)

Where can I get more information about Guillain-Barré syndrome?

For more information on neurological disorders or research programs funded by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, contact the Institute's Brain Resources and Information Network (BRAIN) at:

BRAIN
P.O. Box 5801
Bethesda, MD 20824
(800) 352-9424
http://www.ninds.nih.gov

Information also is available from the following organizations:

GBS/CIDP Foundation International
The Holly Building 104 1/2 Forrest Ave.
Narberth, PA 19072
info@gbsfi.com
http://www.gbsfi.com
Tel: 610-667-0131 866-224-3301
Fax: 610-667-7036

SOURCE:

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke


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