Search Results: MCH Organizations

Annotation: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was established to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis (CF) and improve the quality of life for those with the disease. The CF Foundation supports a mail-order pharmacy, accredits specialized CF care centers throughout the country, and sponsors conferences. Publications include fact sheets, brochures and "Commitment," a newsletter published regularly. In addition, the CF Foundation offers videos and some Spanish materials .

Keywords: Cystic fibrosis, Foundations, Research

Annotation: The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is a research organization that provides grants in support of science education. Publications include a series of reports on basic biomedical research for the public and for use in schools. A publications list is available.

Keywords: Cystic fibrosis, Gene therapy, Genes Genetic engineering, Genetic testing, Genetics, Grant, Muscular dystrophy, Neurofibromatosis, Philanthropy, Research

Annotation: The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) supports a wide range of medical research through grants to universities and other medical research institutions across the country. The Institute also supports government scientists who conduct basic, translational and clinical research across a broad spectrum of research topics and serious, chronic diseases and conditions related to the institute's mission. In addition, the NIDDK supports research training for students and scientists at various stages of their careers and a range of education and outreach programs to bring science-based information to patients and their families, health care professionals and the public.

Keywords: Diabetes, Cystic fibrosis, Digestive system diseases, Endocrine disorders, Information dissemination, Kidney diseases, Medical research, Medical research, Metabolic diseases