Tourette Syndrome Research Breakthrough NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Cited in New England Journal of Medicine

New Jersey non-profit working with Rutgers, Harvard and Yale to identify genetic mutation linked to Tourette Syndrome May 6, 2010- New Jersey is officially on the forefront of TS research because of the work of a small non-profit. The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders is mentioned

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“Wednesday is TS Day” in Somerville

Mayor Brian Gallagher joins NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome’s advocacy campaign in support of the 1 in 100 individuals with Tourette Syndrome. April 22, 2010 – The stigma attached to Tourette Syndrome is not welcome in Somerville. Mayor Brian Gallagher joined other political leaders throughout the state in support of

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Jersey-born Soccer Star Joins Pepsi to Kick Stigma

Vote for Tim Howard in the Pepsi Refresh Project at www.ussoccer.com/pepsirefresh May 20, 2010- Tim Howard knows what it’s like to stand out and stay strong. The Team USA goalie wants to empower kids to stand up for themselves in the face of stigma and bullying. He’s representing the New

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NJCTS TO PRESENT EDUCATOR WORKSHOP AT COUNTY COLLEGE OF MORRIS

February 25, 2010- NJ Center for Tourette Syndorome & Associated Disorders, working in partnership with Ocean County College will present Tourette Syndrome: An Educators’ Workshop. When: March 2, 2010 6:00pm to 9:00pm Where: County College of Morris Presenter: Julie Swenson, M. Ed., CSW Cost: $39.00 Register: www.ccm.edu The Workshops are

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FAMILY RETREATS. A WONDERFUL WEEKEND AWAY FOR TS KIDS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

Since 2004, NJCTS has welcomed families to enjoy some time away from it all at the NJCTS Family Retreat Weekend at YMCA Camp Bernie in beautiful Hunterdon County. The weekend allows children and their families to meet others with Tourette Syndrome (TS), learn more about their diagnosis, and engage with

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NJCTS Grand Rounds Trains South Jersey Health Providers

Hospital presentation brings awareness to Tourette Syndrome Camden, N.J.- Health care providers in the greater Camden area are now more equipped to accurately diagnose and treat Tourette Syndrome. Dr. Chester Minarcik led grand rounds training from the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome at Cooper University Medical Center on January

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Dave Tango and the stars of SyFy’s Ghost Hunters, commedian Kevin Meaney and singer Kristen Sellers to help children with Tourette Syndrome on November 29

3 rd Annual Dinner and Show to Benefit the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome November 1, 2009- The stars, and maybe even a few ghosts will be out on November 29 at the 3rd Annual Dinner and Show to Benefit the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome takes place

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