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MARLY SILVERMAN , FOUNDER OF P.A.N.D.O.R.A. AND DR. NANCY KLIMAS , IACFS PRESIDENT, ARE INTERVIEWED BY KRISTI KRUEGER ON LOCAL CHANNEL 10, WPLG, ABC AFFILIATE IN SOUTH FLORIDA, JAN 26, 2007, BROADCAST ON JAN 26, 2007 AT 6:20 AM AND AGAIN ON THE NOON TO 1:OO PM NEWS BROADCAST.

MIAMI LIVING MAGAZINE CURRENT ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS THE OUTSTANDING RESEARCH AND CLINICAL WORK OF NANCY KLIMAS, MD IN SOUTH FLORIDA.

For Immediate Release

P.A.N.D.O.R.A., Inc- Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research & Advocacy Announces

Coral Gables, Florida, January 25, 2007 - On Friday, January 26, 2007, on Channel 10, WPLG, the local South Florida ABC Affiliate, at their morning news broadcast at 6:20 am and again at the 12 to 1:00 pm news broadcast, a story will run on CFS.

Local award wining medical reporter and anchor Kristi Krueger (see "Kristi's Good Health Segments") interviewed  Marly Silverman, the founder of P.A.N.D.O.R.A. and a CFS survivor, and Dr. Nancy Klimas, a leading chronic fatigue syndrome researcher (CFS) and director of the CFS Clinic located at the University of Miami- VA Hospital in downtown Miami. Dr. Klimas is a professor of immunology at the University of Miami and is the current President of the International Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (IACFS), a professional organization comprised of scientific researchers, clinicians and concerned individuals on issues related to CFS and related illnesses.

The highlights of the interview include a personal patient outlook and the latest scientific breakthroughs which were presented at the 8th IACFS Conference held recently in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The event, which held a record number of conferees (739) and a record number of scientific abstracts (150), gathered researchers, clinicians, physicians, patients and caregivers from 21 countries in sunny South Florida to learn, present and exchange information on some breakthrough and scientific advancements on CFS, which is also known in Europe and in Canada as M.E. (myalgic encephalomyelitis or encephalopathy).  The event was co-sponsored by P.A.N.D.O.R.A. and by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

During the 2-day patient conference, national and international advocates participated in the Advocates Extraordinaire unique training program made possible by the generous sponsorship of Mr. Marc Iverson, Coastal Construction Group, Purdue Pharma,L.P. ,  Pro-Health, Inc., Mr. Rich Carson, The HHV-6 Foundation, Inc, The CFIDS Association of America, Inc., Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Silverman, Bioenergy Life Science, Inc., Frankel & Newfield, P.C., Mr. & Mrs. Schinder, Haworth Press, Dr. Bernard Burton, and Gazzatex.

The 5 day event was the catalyst for patient advocates, researchers, clinicians and treating physicians from all corners of the world, united in finding a cure for CFS, FM and related illnesses. P.A.N.D.O.R.A. is proud of its role in facilitating this outstanding event.

Miami Living Magazine highlights Nancy Klimas MD, one of the leading CFS scientific researchers in the world, at their current issue now in the newsstands.

The current issue of Miami Living Magazine contains an article written by staff writer, Marla Schwartz, highlighting Dr. Nancy Klimas outstanding contribution to the field of scientific research on CFS and Gulf War Syndrome. P.A.N.D.O.R.A. is also highlighted as a resource for CFS and fibromyalgia. You can find the magazine at Dalton Books, Barnes & Nobles, Publix, Wal-Mart, Bal Harbor Shops, Galleria Shop, luxury hotels and spas throughout Miami Beach and Miami Dade County as well as in national locations throughout the country that cater to the rich and famous.

Make sure you get your copy today and write a letter to the magazine editor at editorial@miamilivingmagazine.com with a note of appreciation!

If you wish to contact Marla Schwartz you can reach her at meschwartz1@hotmail.com and let her know how appreciative you are of her outstanding article.

P.A.N.D.O.R.A.- Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research & Advocacy, Inc.

It is a 501 c 3, non profit organization and its mission is to be one One Strong Voice for Many raising awareness, providing support and educational resources, establishing partnerships, supporting research, and encouraging creations of empowerment groups, organizing conferences, and advocating for quality of life for persons with neuroendocrineimmune disorders (PwNEIDs) such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Gulf War syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivities and related illnesses. These efforts will assist PwNEIDs and their families in leading productive and fulfilling lives.

IACFS - International Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

It is a 501 c 3, non profit organization of research scientists, physicians, other healthcare professionals, interested individuals, and institutions which aim to promote, stimulate, and coordinate the exchange of ideas on research, patient care, and treatment related to CFS, fibromyalgia (FM) and related illnesses.

P.A.N.D.O.R.A., Inc- Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research & Advocacy
Marly C. Silverman, President & Founder
Phone: 954-629-0976 (cell) www.pandorane.info , e:mail: contact@pandoranet.info, Volunteer Help Line: 954-783-6771

Newsletter January 2007