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Hope.
IETF empowers individuals to regain control of their lives, by providing educational information, treatment options and coping skills.
Awareness.
IETF actively advocates for greater ET awareness and education at every level—from health care providers to government officials.
Research.
IETF funds scientific research to find more effective treatments and a cure for ET.
Support.
IETF has support groups across the globe to provide inspiration and fellowship among those living with ET.
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What is Essential Tremor?
Also known as familial tremor, benign essential tremor or hereditary tremor, essential tremor (ET) is a progressive neurological condition that causes a rhythmic trembling of the hands, head, voice, legs or trunk. It is often confused with Parkinson’s disease and dystonia. Because of stereotypes and a lack of awareness, many people with ET never seek medical care though most would benefit from treatment. Learn more about ET.
March is National Essential Tremor Awareness Month
National Essential Tremor Awareness Month provides you and the IETF with a key platform to educate the public about the condition, as well as raise much needed research funds. While 10 million people in the United States have essential tremor, the public still has very little awareness of ET. Learn how YOU can help the IETF to raise ET awareness and raise funds for research initiatives and education programs.
http://www.essentialtremor.org/National-Essential-Tremor-Awareness-Month
Essential Tremor vs. Parkinson's Disease: How Do They Differ?Members of the IETF Medical Advisory Board created a simple reference guide that lists basic distinctions between ET and PD signs and symptoms. Visit https://www.essentialtremor.org/Free-ET-Publications to download this guide and other free materials.
 The IETF Mission
The IETF funds essential tremor research to find a treatment and cure for people with ET, increases awareness, and provides educational materials and tools for healthcare providers, the public, and those affected by ET. Learn more about the IETF.
The centerpiece of the IETF logo is the Archimedes Spiral, which - when drawn by a patient - is used as a diagnostic tool for ET.
Learn more.
Information is powerful in helping you to understand and accept ET as a part of your life. To learn more about ET and the IETF, request a FREE information packet and sign-up for Tremor Gram, the IETF's monthly eletronic newsletter.
Join Us. Become a memberof the IETF and receive The Scoop on Tremor - the IETF's member research newsletter - and Tremor Talk - the member magazine. Find coping tips to deal with the challenges of everyday life or learn about medications commonly prescribed to treat ET.
Tremor Gram
Sign up for the free monthly email newsletter Tremor Gram featuring brief articles on tips for living with ET, current news, and announcements. Read past newsletters in the archive.
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