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	Sharon Monsky - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Monsky received a BA in Economics at Pitzer College, where she also met her future husband Mark Scher.
		In 1982, while working as a management consultant for McKinsey and Co. Inc., Monsky was diagnosed with the disease scleroderma and was told she had only 2 years to live.
		Monsky, in reaction to the lack of awareness of the disease in the medical community, went on to found the Scleroderma Research Foundation (http://www.srfcure.org/srf/index.htm) in 1986, an organization dedicated to finding a cure.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Sharon_Monsky (219 words)

	SRF \| About Us \| Sharon Monsky, Founder
		Sharon Monsky started the Scleroderma Research Foundation in 1986 as the only organization in the nation dedicated exclusively to finding a cure for this once little-known but incredibly widespread disease.
		This award was given in recognition of Sharon’s outstanding efforts to raise funds for innovate scleroderma research and awareness of the need for a cure.
		In July 1999, Sharon was presented with a Certificate of Commendation from the City of Los Angeles’ Mayor Richard J. Riordan in recognition of her dedicated service as a leading advocate for groundbreaking medical research and support of those affected by Scleroderma.
	www.srfcure.org /aboutus/sharon.html (930 words)

	SRF \| Raising Awarenes \| In the News
		Monsky was forced to change her life drastically when, in 1982, she was diagnosed with scleroderma, a fairly rare disease that in the form she has kills most of its victims within seven years.
		When Sharon Monsky was diagnosed with a fatal disease that hardened her skin and internal organs, she could have simply waited for death.
		Sharon Monsky, the Santa Barbara woman who chairs the Scleroderma Research Foundation and who is afflicted with the disease, testified about the condition Wednesday before a special U.S. Senate hearing.
	www.srfcure.org /awareness/press.html (1171 words)

	Sharon Monsky (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		I have to do it just because I know Sharon, and Sharon is counting on me. Today, all of you will know Sharon and all of you will feel the way I do, and you will all be changed.
		Sharon’s in it, and when you watch this, you will know much more because you will have heard Sharon today.
		Sharon Monsky was on the fast track as an international business consultant in San Francisco in the early 1980s when she started to get sick.
	permanent.access.gpo.gov /lps23795/monsky.htm (1637 words)

	Dana Delany Official Website (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Founded in 1987 by Dana's friend, the late Sharon Monsky, the Scleroderma Research Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure to Scleroderma, and improving the life quality of Scleroderma patients.
		Sharon Monsky was diagnosed with scleroderma in 1982 and was told she had only 2 years to live.
		After living 18 years beyond the original prognosis, Sharon died in 2002 at 48 years of age, having contributed a great deal to the understanding and awareness of scleroderma.
	www.danadelany.com /extras-causes.htm (388 words)

	Scleroderma Research Foundation
		Sharon Monsky, a scleroderma patient, founded the Scleroderma Research Foundation in 1987 as the only organization in the nation dedicated exclusively to finding a cure for this once little-known but incredibly widespread disease.
		In selecting a diverse Board of Directors, Sharon was quickly able to improve the leverage of what she could do personally to fight scleroderma.
		Sharon Monsky, passed away due to complications caused by scleroderma on May 11, 2002.
	www.srfcure.org /srf/about/history.htm (1206 words)

	The Sharon Construction Corporation Case Study Details The Sharon Construction Corporation Case Study News and ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		This war was initiated by Ariel Sharon for Israel's Kissinger and Argentina a case study in US support for state Former CEO of System Planning Corporation International.
		Sharon Monsky A True Hero October May Evidence supports the case for destruction of cells Irwin Silverstein Sim Tech Construction and Management Corporation Mr.
		T he position of this chapter is threefold Sociologist Sharon Zukin talks about how the new urban estate concept continue with capital investment and construction Construction was to proceed on a Opinion order.
	dhajmapuri.info /case-study/the-sharon-construction-corporation-case-study.php (937 words)

	Morphea Scleroderma (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		, Monsky was diagnosed with the disease scleroderma and was told she had only 2 years to live.
		In 1996, Monsky appeared in the ABC TV movie in 1996, alongside her friend Dana Delany.
		Scleroderma And Msm After living 18 years beyond the original prognosis, Monsky died at 48 years of age, due to complications resulting from the disease.
	www.scleroderma-symptoms.com /morphea-scleroderma_10.html (760 words)

	Turning to Stone
		I first heard about scleroderma, a disease which causes hardening of the skin and internal organs, in a TV movie entitled "For Hope", a story of the life and death (from scleroderma) of the sister of the writer and director of the movie, Bob Saget.
		Two later addtions: I was very saddened to hear recently that Sharon Monsky had lost her long fight with scleroderma, and had died on May 11, 2002-- 18 years after the doctors had given her just 2 years to live.
		Dedicated to the memory of Sharon Monsky, founder of the Scleroderma Research Foundation, who, by the courage she showed in the face of a terrible disease, has shown us just how much of a difference one dedicated person can make.
	pages.sbcglobal.net /jbearden41/music/mysongs/trn2ston.html (386 words)

	Comicon Biographies for 2005 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Sharon Ceccatti-Hill began her career in show business singing and dancing on stage in the Pittsburgh area, performing mostly in operettas.
		Sharon is scheduled for appearances in Germany in December 2003.
		Sharon has had a long career over 20 years as a movie and location casting director casting principles, day players and extras.
	www.comics-search-engine.com /search.php?&q=Wonder+Woman&ch=http:%2F%2Fwww.pittsburghcomicon.com%2Fguests2005.html&fm=off (17456 words)

	Research!America Advocacy Awards (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The Lifetime Achievement Award is not an annual award, but is presented at the discretion of the Research!America Board of Directors.
		Monsky was honored for her success in increasing public awareness of scleroderma, as well as her unique collaborative approach to research that has resulted in significant breakthroughs in the understanding of scleroderma, which could have impact on related diseases.
		Reeve was honored for his volunteer activities as a vocal advocate for medical and health research.
	www.researchamerica.org /outreach/past_awards1997.html (297 words)

	Omniseek: /Health /Consumer Support Groups /Scleroderma /
		Sharon Monsky founded the Scleroderma Research Foundation in 1987 as the only organization in the nation dedicated exclusively to the finding a cure for...
		Thanks to our recent research breakthroughs the media is now turning its attention to spotlight our incredible research progress into scleroderma.
		Sharon Monsky founded the Scleroderma Research Foundation in 1987 after being diagnosed with scleroderma....
	www.omniseek.com /search/search.html?%%bW9kZT1PbW5pc2VlayZ0aWQ9Mzg4MCZjbnQ9MjUmYmduPTEyNQ== (419 words)

	USATODAY.com - Robin Williams talks seriously about scleroderma (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		That terrible fact was underscored earlier this year when SRF founder, chair, and mom Sharon Monsky died after a 16-year battle with the disease.
		Evnin is a well-known researcher and shares a deep bond with Monsky.
		"Sharon's work literally convinced researchers that there was hope in finding a cure," says Delany.
	www.usatoday.com /news/health/spotlighthealth/2002-11-08-williams-scleroderma_x.htm (1231 words)

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		Sharon Monsky, Samantha Scher's mother, was diagnosed with scleroderma in 1984 and given less than two years to live.
		She lived for 18 years more, dedicating her life to finding a cure, according to her daughter.
		Monsky created the Scleroderma Research Foundation, education thousands about the malady.
	www.goletavalleyvoice.com /cgi-bin/county/readarticle.cgi?article=1029 (826 words)

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		People who have lost some important bodily function-like sight or hearing or a limb-must find ways every day to compensate in order to transcend that loss.
		Sharon Monsky was 30 years old when she was diagnosed with Scleroderma.
		In addition to that work, she has given birth to three children and renovated her home as well as moved once.
	www.uuaa.org /sermons/transcendence.txt (2912 words)

	Dana Delany Encyclopedia Article @ GreatArtworks.com (Great Artworks) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Dana also starred in a pilot for a series titled Kidnapped (2005), which was picked up by NBC TV for the 2006 fall season.
		Since the mid-1990s, Delany has served on the board of the Scleroderma Research Foundation, and with her friend Sharon Monsky, she helped campaign for support in finding a cure for scleroderma.
		Working with director Bob Saget, Dana starred in the TV movie For Hope (1996), based on Saget's sister Gay, who had died as a result of the disease.
	www.greatartworks.com /encyclopedia/Dana_Delany (629 words)

	Scleroderma Media Coverage 2003
		Sharon Leiker figures she was lucky, in a way: It took only a few months for doctors to decide she had scleroderma.
		The movie "For Hope" depicts a rapidly fatal case of systemic scleroderma, and is loosely based on the story of Bob Saget's sister Gay, who died in 1994 from scleroderma.
		The movie features a cameo appearance of Sharon Monsky, who was founder of the Scleroderma Research Foundation and who has since passed away of scleroderma, also.
	www.sclero.org /news/media/2003/a-to-z.html (1348 words)

	The Santa Barbara Independent :: living :: Samantha Scher & Alixandra Macmillan-Fiedel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Even though Samantha’s mother, Sharon Monsky, was diagnosed with scleroderma — and only given two years to live — Sharon refused to give in.
		She lived for 18 years after being diagnosed in 1984; had three children; and founded the Scleroderma Research Foundation in 1986.
		And just as Sharon worked tirelessly to find a cure for the disease, her daughter Samantha is continuing the legacy.
	www.independent.com /living/2006/06/samantha_scher_alixandra_macmi.html (465 words)

	Sharon Monsky Information
		In 1982, while working as a management consultant for McKinsey and Co. Inc., Monsky was diagnosed with the disease scleroderma and was told she had only two years to live.
		In 1996, Monsky appeared in the ABC TV movie For Hope alongside her friend Dana Delany.
		View a list of authors or edit this article.
	www.bookrags.com /wiki/Sharon_Monsky (206 words)

	Jungle World ··· 27/2004 Dossier ··· Wege nach Israel
		Auf Initiative von Henry Monsky, dem Präsidenten von B’nai B’rith, trafen sich Vertreter von 32 nationalen jüdischen Organisationen am 23.
		Januar 1943 in Pittsburgh, zwei Monate nachdem in Amerika der Wise-Bericht über die systematische Ermordung der europäischen Juden publik geworden war.
		Anstatt eines Vertreters des jüdischen Volkes wird es in San Francisco (neben einer Unzahl inoffizieller Gäste, die versuchen, im Namen ihrer Organisation das Ohr irgendeines Politikers zu erhaschen) zwei Delegierte amerikanisch-jüdischer Körperschaften geben, welche zusammen mit den Vertretern von 42 anderen Organisationen vom State Department eingeladen wurden, als Berater der amerikanischen Delegation zu fungieren.
	www.jungle-world.com /seiten/2004/26/3402.php (4030 words)

	Tim Allen, Jon Lovitz, Bob Saget and Robin Williams 'Stand-Up' for 13th Cool Comedy - Hot Cuisine, a Benefit for ...
		The word scleroderma is Greek and literally means "hard skin." The disease is most serious when it affects internal organs, causing severe damage and serious complications to the body's digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and immune systems.
		Since its founding in 1987 by scleroderma patient, the late Sharon Monsky, the Scleroderma Research Foundation has mobilized and developed an acclaimed national scientific and medical research program focused on the highest quality medical research.
		The organization is focused on research at the cellular level to understand the mechanisms of the disease and ultimately develop therapies to stop or reverse its progress.
	www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/03-11-2004/0002126375&EDATE= (653 words)

	USATODAY.com - Bob Saget raising awareness about scleroderma (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The mother of three kids, Monsky has lived with diffuse systemic scleroderma for nearly 16 years.
		Hoping to accelerate finding a cure for scleroderma, the SRF is working closely with four university-based research centers to "share both our research successes and our failures," says Monsky.
		This "points the way to identifying the environmental factors which lead to disease development, as well as helping to eventually isolate genes involved in its predisposition," says Monsky.
	www.usatoday.com /news/health/spotlight/2001-10-26-saget-scleroderma.htm (1133 words)

	Dusty's Place
		Leal’s philosophy is to embrace “whatever works” despite any stigmas that might exist in different environments.
		Leal decided to go public with her story after hearing about the passing of Sharon Monsky, a pioneer in scleroderma research and founder of the Scleroderma Research Foundation.
		Sharon fought hard for a cure but unfortunately lost her life to the disease.
	www.dustysplace.org /special.cfm?pagenum=440 (212 words)

	voices for a cure (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		I graduated from Laguna on June 15th and will be heading out to Sarah Lawrence College next fall to further my musical education.
		Three years ago, we, and by we I mean myself, you, the community of Santa Barbara and the world, lost an extraordinary woman, mother and dear friend, Sharon Monsky.
		Although we may have lost the gift of her presence, her work and determination to find a cure for Scleroderma lives through The Scleroderma Research Foundation.
	www.voicesforacure.org /about.html (678 words)

	USATODAY.com - Bob Saget raising awareness about scleroderma (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		"That's really a sad part of this process," says Sharon Monsky, SRF founder and chairman of its board of directors.
		The mother of three kids, Monsky has lived with diffuse systemic scleroderma for nearly 16 years.
		The autocrine loop — "Our research strongly suggests that fibrosis is a self-sustaining process built on an autocrine loop," says Monsky.
	usatoday.com /news/health/spotlight/2001-10-26-saget-scleroderma.htm (1133 words)

	Recommended Films listed by Disability
		The best part of the film is when she visits what looks like the scleraderma institute and meets a woman there who explains to her the implications.
		This woman actually has scleraderma (Sharon Monsky) and is playing herself Putting aside my cyncism this is one of the more worthy examples of "disease of the week".
		Interesting argument from brother's wife who is only one urging her to let go and die and be released from the pain.
	www.disabilityfilms.co.uk /rec2/files112.htm (352 words)

	LAGUNA BLANCA -
		The disease has no cure and doctors are still working to identify its source.
		The foundation was started in 1987 by the late Sharon Monsky, a Santa Barbara resident diagnosed with Scleroderma.
		Voices for a Cure 2006 was a patchwork of Saget's comedy and some local acts that contributed their time to the cause.
	www.lagunablanca.org /news/detail/?id=85&print=1 (558 words)

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