Action Medical Research Enewsletter - August 2010

	New vaccine for childhood illnesses Action Medical Research is funding research for a possible new vaccine that could protect young children from meningitis. Scientists are working on a potential nasal spray against the pneumococcus bacterium, which causes serious infections including pneumonia, meningitis and blood poisoning.
	Severe skin disease research under way The charity is funding research on the genetics of a rare disorder that causes babies to be born with very hard skin and deformed facial features. This could lead to more advanced diagnosis and treatment for harlequin ichthyosis, a condition that leaves children susceptible to infection and breathing difficulties.
	Ride iconic cycle route with The Indy and Action Get involved in our exciting new cycling event. The charity has joined forces with The Independent newspaper to create the London2Brighton ride. Cyclists of all capabilities can ride the renowned route on Saturday 11 September, but places are limited. Sign up now to avoid disappointment.
	London to Paris is a triumph TV doctor Dawn Harper and BBC weatherman Tomasz Schafernacker took part in the biggest ever London to Paris event in July. Around 700 cyclists rode 325 miles from the English capital to the Eiffel Tower and expect to raise £1.1 million for the charity. Secure your place now for 2011.

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We are Action Medical Research, for children, for life - the leading UK-wide medical research charity dedicated to helping babies and children.

We know that medical research can save and change children's lives. We have the flexibility to identify the very best medical research most likely to make this vital difference for sick children of all ages. Only a lack of funds will hold us back.

Action Medical Research is a registered charity in England & Wales (208701) and in Scotland (SC039284).