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Search Results: MCH Organizations

This list of organizations is drawn from the MCH Organizations Database. Contact information is the most recent known to the MCH Digital Library.

Displaying records 1 through 3 (3 total).

CFIDS Association of America (CFIDS)

Annotation: The CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome) Association of America (CFIDS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conquering Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome by supporting research, education and public policy programs. The association serves as a clearinghouse for information on chronic fatigue syndrome. Members are people with chronic fatigue syndrome, their families, and others interested in the disease. The association provides information packets at no charge to the public, provides referrals, publishes The CFIDS Chronicle, sponsors conferences, and provides funding.

Keywords: Balance disorders, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Cytomegalovirus infections, Epstein-Barr virus, Human B-lymphotropic virus, Immunologic diseases

Group B Strep Association (GBSA)

Annotation: The Group B Strep Association is a nonprofit organization that educates the public about Group B strep (GBS) infections during pregnancy and promotes routine screening of mothers. The association offers medical contacts and parent support networking for parents of GBS handicapped babies. The association publishes an educational pamphlet and two to three newsletters per year. Services to consumers include referrals, publications and reference information. Materials are available in Spanish.

Keywords: High risk pregnancy, Infections, Parent groups, Prevention, Strep infections

National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID)

Annotation: Established in 1973, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization that supports research and educational efforts to prevent infectious diseases. Provides information on Meningitis, Pertussis, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Influenza, Pneumococcal, and other infectious diseases; downloadable fact sheets on immunization and vaccinations for infants children, adolescents, and adults; online access to NFID publications including a newsletter and journal; and links to other resources. Some materials are available in Spanish. The foundation also sponsors conferences, workshops, and training seminars.

Keywords: AIDS, Communicable diseases, Hepatitis, Immunization, Infections
   

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