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June 21, 2007... FDA Approves First Drug for Treating Fibromyalgia
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Lyrica (pregabalin), the first drug to treat fibromyalgia...Lyrica reduces pain and improves daily functions for some patients with fibromyalgia. ______________________________________

This could be great news for some fibromyalgia patients. A handout will be provided at our upcoming support group meetings. Don't miss this chance to learn all about Lyrica and how it may help you live life with less pain!

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Support Group Meetings for August

The next fibromyalgia support group meetings will be held:

1. Saturday, August 4th at Princeton Community Hospital, Education Classrooms 1 & 2 beginning at 1:00pm

2. Saturday, August 11th at Raleigh General Hospital, Education Center beginning at 1:00pm

Remember that the Princeton area group meets the first Saturday each month and the Beckley area group meets the second Saturday each month (except October 2007 which is the 3rd Saturday) throughout 2007.

Everyone is welcome...especially fibromyalgia patients, their families & friends, and health practitioners who want to learn more about the latest science-based, peer-reviewed research and treatments. Come share your unique experience about living with fibromyalgia with others and as a group learn how to better cope with this challenging chronic illness.