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Allergy / Asthma
The American Lung Association® is the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, with a National Office and constituent and affiliate associations around the country. Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung Association today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)® provides practical information, community based services and support to people through a network of Regional Chapters, Eduational Support Groups and other Local Partners around the United States. AAFA develops health education, organizes state and national advocacy efforts
and funds research to find better treatments and cures.
Alzheimer's Disease
The Alzheimer's Association® is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center was created by the U.S. Congress in 1990 to 'compile, archive, and disseminate information concerning Alzheimer's disease' for health professionals, people with AD and their families, and the public. The ADEAR Center is operated as a service of the National Institute on Aging (NIA), one of the Federal Government's National Institutes of Health and part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Arthritis
The Arthritis Foundation® is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation® is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)® and its partners are working to implement recommendations in the National Arthritis Action Plan: A Public Health Strategy. This landmark public health plan was developed by CDC, the Arthritis Foundation, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, and more than 90 other organizations. It recommends a variety of activities to reduce pain, disability, and improve the quality of life of persons affected by arthritis.
Breastfeeding
La Leche League International (LLLI)® was
founded to give information and encouragement, mainly through personal
help, to all mothers who want to breastfeed their babies. While
complementing the care of the physician and other health care professionals,
it recognizes the unique importance of one mother helping another
to perceive the needs of her child and to learn the best means of
fulfilling those needs. LLLI believes that breastfeeding,
with its many important physical and psychological advantages,
is best for baby and mother and is the ideal way to initiate good
parent-child relationships.
Cancer
The American Cancer Society® is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.
The American Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF) promotes health
education and provides life saving breast cancer screening assistance
through outreach events. One such event is the Remote Area Medical (RAM)
Expedition. The Remote Area Medical Expeditions are held in
impoverished communities in rural areas of the
CureSearch National Childhood Cancer Foundation
is dedicated to raising private funds for childhood cancer research for
the Children's Oncology Group (COG), the world's largest cooperative
cancer research organization. Together, we are committed to conquering
childhood cancer through scientific discovery and compassionate care.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) was founded in 1993 to find better treatments and a cure for recurrent prostate cancer. Through its unique model for soliciting and selecting promising research programs and rapid deployment of resources, the PCF has funded more than 1,500 programs at nearly 200 research centers in 20 countries around the world. As the world's leading philanthropic organization for funding prostate-cancer research, the PCF is now a foundation without borders.
Cardiovascular Disease
The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is 'Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.' The association's impact goal is to reduce coronary heart disease, stroke and risk by 25 percent by 2010.
Child Health
The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome (NCSBS) is the only worldwide organization that is
dedicated solely to the prevention of this form of child abuse. Their mission is 'to educate and train parents and professionals, and to conduct
research that will prevent the shaking and abuse of infants in the
United States.'
KidsHealth®
is a project of The Nemours Center for Children's Health Media, part of
The Nemours Foundation, an organization created by philanthropist
Alfred I. duPont in 1936 and devoted to improving the health of
children. The Center creates family-friendly print, video, and CD-ROM
projects about children's health and development for parents, kids and
teens.
Chrohn's Disease / Colitis
Chrohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) sponsors basic and clinical research of the highest quality. The foundation also offers a wide range of educational programs for patients and health-care professionals, and provides supportive services to help people cope with these chronic intestinal diseases.
Compounding
International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP) has fought since 1991 to protect, promote and advance the art and skill of the compounding pharmacy profession. We represent more than 1,800 pharmacists, physicians, technicians and patients who are committed to practicing quality pharmacy compounding.
Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA) is the nation's complete resource for fine chemicals, equipment, devices, flavors,
ACPE-accredited training and education, pharmacy software, marketing, business and
pharmacy consulting assistance. Our membership includes more than 3,500 independent
community pharmacists in the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe and New Zealand.
Consumer Health Information
Mayo Clinic Health Information's award-winning consumer website offers health information, and self-improvement and disease management tools. MayoClinic.com's medical experts and editorial professionals bring you access to the knowledge and experience of Mayo Clinic for all of your consumer health information needs, from cancer, diabetes and heart disease to nutrition, exercise and pregnancy.
Cystic Fibrosis
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CCF)®
is a nonprofit donor-supported organization whose mission is to assure
the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to
improve the quality of life for those with the disease. The Foundation
is the leading organization in the United States devoted to cystic
fibrosis. It funds and accredits more than 115 CF care centers, 95
adult care programs and 50 affiliate programs, and has 80 chapters and
branch offices nationwide.
Diabetes
The American Diabetes Association (ADA)®
is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and
fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds
research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to
hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information;
and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.
Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to
improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF)
is a leader in setting the agenda for diabetes research worldwide, and
is the largest charitable funder and advocate of type 1 research. The
mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications
through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes is a disease which
strikes children and adults suddenly and requires multiple injections
of insulin daily or a continuous infusion of insulin through a pump.
Insulin, however, is not a cure for diabetes, nor does it prevent its
eventual and devastating complications which may include kidney
failure, blindness, heart disease, stroke, and amputation.
Official web sites for some of the most popular diabetic-supplies companies:
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) Makers of insulin syringes, lancets, glucose tablets and moreEli Lilly and Company Makers of Byetta® and Humulin® and Humalog® insulin products
LifeScan, Inc. Makers of the OneTouch® line of blood glucose meters and testing supplies
Novo Nordisk® Makers of Prandin®, and Novolin® and Novolog® insulin products and delivery devices
End of Life
Exempla® Lutheran
Hospice at Collier Hospice Center(ELH/CHC) believes that Hospice is a
philosophy of care, not a place. Hospice provides care for both the
patient and the family well before and after the time of death. It
is a way of caring that treats the whole person - physical, social,
emotional and spiritual - and recognizes managing a life-limiting
illness and dying as normal parts of living. Hospice is about care,
not cure, and thus focuses on the quality of remaining life. Exempla®
Lutheran Hospice at Collier Hospice Center provides an
array of end-of-life programs and services, created to meet the needs
of the terminally ill and those who love them.
The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) established VNA Hospice-at-Home in 1992 to ensure continuity of care for terminally ill patients wishing to spend the last stages of their lives with their loved ones with the highest level of comfort and care. This continuous service 'under one roof' allows VNA to follow clients with progressive illness so there is no need to transfer to another provider during such a difficult time. VNA Hospice-at-Home is certified by the federal government, licensed by the state of Colorado and accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
Endometriosis
Epilepsy
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)® has developed epilepsy
program activities in the areas of improving care, improving communication
and combating stigma, promoting patient self-management, conducting
epidemiologic and prevention research, increasing public awareness and
knowledge, and strengthening partnerships.
Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. The Department includes more than 300 programs covering a wide spectrum of activities, such as preventing child abuse and domestic violence; substance abuse treatment and prevention; services for older Americans, including home-delivered meals; comprehensive health services for Native Americans and medical preparedness for emergencies, including potential terrorism.
Health News
Reuters Health is the world's leading provider of medical and health care news. Reuters Health news services are internationally recognized as unbiased, authoritative, timely and dependable.
Hemophilia
The National Hemophilia Foundation (HHF) is dedicated to
finding better treatments and cures for bleeding and clotting disorders
and to preventing the complications of these disorders through
education, advocacy and research. Established in 1948, the National
Hemophilia Foundation has chapters throughout the country. Its programs
and initiatives are made possible through the generosity of
individuals, corporations and foundations as well as through a
cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC).
Huntington's Disease
Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) is a national non-profit voluntary health agency dedicated to finding a cure for Huntington's Disease. They provide support, information and educational services to improve the lives of those affected by HD; offer resources and guidance for HD families through their national network of volunteer-based chapters and affiliates, as well as through our HDSA Centers of Excellence for Family Services; and promote and support research to find a cure for HD.
Infertility
Resolve: The National Infertility Association is a non-profit organization with the only established, nationwide network mandated to promote reproductive health and to ensure equal access to
all family building options for men and women experiencing infertility
or other reproductive disorders.
Kidney Disease
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF),
a major voluntary nonprofit health organization, is dedicated to
preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and
well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease and
increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation.
Liver Disease
The American Liver Foundation (ALF) is the nation's leading nonprofit
organization promoting liver health and disease prevention. ALF
provides research, education and advocacy for those affected by
liver-related diseases, including hepatitis.
Lung Disease
The American Lung Association®
is the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, with
a National Office and constituent and affiliate associations around the
country. Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung
Association® today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special
emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
Lupus
The Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) is a leading non-profit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes and cure for lupus. Their mission is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, support individuals and families affected by the disease, increase awareness of lupus among health professionals and the public, and find the causes and cure. Research, education, and patient services are at the heart of LFA's programs.
Mental Health
Mental Health America (MHA)
(formerly known as the National Mental Health
Association) is the country's leading nonprofit dedicated to helping
all people live mentally healthier lives. With their more than 320
affiliates nationwide, they represent a growing movement of Americans
who
promote mental wellness for the health and well-being of the nation -
everyday and in times of crisis.
Muscular Dystrophy
Osteoporosis
Parkinson's Disease
Pharmacists
Pregnancy
Stroke
Thyroid
Travel Health
International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers (IAMAT), a leader in the field of travel medicine, advising travellers about health risks, the geographical distribution of diseases, immunization requirements, sanitary conditions of water, milk and food, and environmental and climatic conditions around the world.
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