Staffordshire Terrier Club of America - Health Committee
Chairperson: Faith Beiser
Members: Sharon Gregory, Sandy Underwood, Heidi McClure, Linn Cabral
Contact: health@amstaff.org
The mission of the STCA health committee is to:
- Identify diseases and ailments of the American Staffordshire Terrier
- Provide funding for health research projects beneficial to our breed
- Provide support and information for owners needing help in a health crisis situation
- Educate breeders and owners on diseases of the American Staffordshire Terrier and the importance of utilizing available health tests
- Acknowledge breeders and owners participating in health screenings
CHF Grant 1265 Research Update
Grant: 01265: Understanding Mechanisms Involved in Canine Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
Project Description:
Autoimmune and inflammatory disorders have a major impact on the quality of
life and lifespan of dogs. Studies in humans show an important role for an immune cell molecule
(termed P2X7) in autoimmune and inflammatory disorders including inflammatory pain. P2X7
in these disorders has an ability to cause the release of key molecules (termed interleukins) that
drive immunity and inflammation. Thus, P2X7 is attracting international interest as a therapeutic
target in humans and currently undergoing clinical trails in patients with autoimmune or
inflammatory disorders. The researchers have recently identified P2X7 on immune cells from
dogs.
You can download he most recent Grant Progress Report Review for CHF Grant 1265.
Faith Beiser
