Search Results: MCH Organizations

Annotation: The Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. (AAN/MA) is a national nonprofit network of families working to overcome allergies and asthma. AANMA produces practical resources, educational materials, and programs to address the health and family needs of people with asthma and allergies. The organization provides reference information to consumers through its toll-free help line and publishes Allergy & Asthma Today magazine and the monthly newsletter MA Report. Some materials are available in Spanish.

Keywords: Allergies, Asthma, Respiratory diseases

Annotation: The Allergy/Asthma Information Association (AAIA) is a federally registered Canadian charity organization that helps people with allergies and their families cope with hay fever, food allergies, asthma, and many other similar conditions. The association provides an allergy and asthma information service, educational workshops and seminars, and advocacy programs for the interests of people with allergies and asthma. Issues of concern include ingredient listings on packaged foods and cosmetics, content labeling on fabrics and clothing, and labeling of nonmedical ingredients on medications. Publications include a newsletter, allergy cookbooks, and over 40 Infoletters on topics regarding food allergies, asthma, and useful tips. Most publications are available in French. The Association sponsors conferences and training seminars. AAIA is affiliated with the Canadian Society of Allergy and Immunology, a professional body of allergy specialists who medically review their publications.

Keywords: Allergies, Asthma, Respiratory diseases

Annotation: The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) is a professional society of physicians specializing in allergy, asthma, and allergic diseases. The Academy enhances and supports allergy/immunology programs; fosters and disseminates research; provides advocacy and support for patients and the allergy/immunology specialists who provide their care; and provides education and information for members, other healthcare professionals, patients and the public. The Web site provides online access to brochures, allergy guides, tip sheets, research findings, and video guides. Included are school tools, parent resources, a food allergy library, The Virtual Allergist™ -- an interactive tool to help diagnose asthma and allergy symptoms -- and The National Allergy Bureau™ -- the section of the AAAAI's Aeroallergen Network that is responsible for reporting current pollen and mold spore levels to the public.

Keywords: Allergies, Asthma, Immunologic diseases, Respiratory diseases

Annotation: The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) is a national professional organization sponsored by the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, and the American Society of Anesthesiologists. The association brings together more than 36,000 respiratory therapists, pulmonary technologists, nurses, physicians, home health providers, and home medical equipment suppliers. Activities include an annual meeting, symposia, and continuing education and accreditation programs. Publications and reference information is provided to consumers. Publications include AARC Times, a monthly news and feature magazine for respiratory provessionals, and Respiratory Care Journal, a monthly science journal publishing respiratory therapy related studies and research. Annual product catalogs feature various support materials designed for the healthcare professional as well as patients.

Keywords: Education, Respiratory diseases

Annotation: The American Lung Association (ALA) is a voluntary health organization dedicated to the prevention, cure, and control of all types of lung disease through public health education, advocacy, and research. ALA monitors air quality and publishes reports that detail the effects of tobacco, pollutants, and other environmental factors on the air, our communities, and our world. The Web site provides access to downloadable reports; indepth resources related to lung health, lung disease, and air quality at home, at school, outdoors, and at work. Anyone can register to receive ALA's free electronic newsletters.

Keywords: Asthma, Infants, Public health education, Lung diseases, Prevention, Respiratory distress syndrome, SIDS, Smoking during pregnancy

Annotation: Founded in 1985, the American Society of Hypertension (ASH) is a nonprofit organization of 2,700 physicians and scientists who conduct research and exchange scientific information on hypertension. The society receives support from member and corporate contributions and through education grants. The society publishes a newsletter and the monthly American Journal of Hypertension. The society also sponsors an annual convention, conferences, workshops, and training seminars. The Society also sponsors two award programs annually. The first program, the Young Scholars Award, focuses on the area of ongoing research training in the field of hypertension for young clinicians planning a career in academic medicine. The other award, the ASH Distinguished Scientist Award, recognizes and rewards a senior scientist who has carried out a significant body of work in the field of hypertension or related cardiovascular diseases. Both Awards are presented at the ASH Annual Scientific Meeting, held in May of each year.

Keywords: Blood pressure disorders, Cardiovascular diseases, Heart diseases, Hematologic diseases, Hypertension, Lung diseases, Respiratory diseases, Smoking

Annotation: The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is a nonprofit organization that works to control and find a cure for asthma and allergic diseases. The foundation supports research projects, patient and public education programs, public policy and advocacy efforts, and a network of chapters and support groups. Services to consumers include referrals, reference information, and publications. AAFA produces three bimonthly newsletters—Advance (patient education), Healthlines (for adolescents with asthma), and Leader's Link for support group leaders), and provides pamphlets, books, and videotapes on asthma and allergic diseases. A catalog is also available. Some materials are available in Spanish.

Keywords: Allergies, Asthma, Medical research, Information services, , Respiratory diseases

Annotation: Services to affected families and medical professionals include referrals, publications, and reference information. The CCHS Network sponsors conferences and publishes newsletters twice annually.

Keywords: Congenital central hypoventilation syndrome, Respiratory diseases, Sleep apnea syndrome, Sleep disorders

Annotation: The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Health Information Center is a federal information and referral resource that responds to inquiries and disseminates information and publications on cholesterol, high blood pressure, asthma, heart disease, exercise, obesity, sleep disorders, stroke, sarcoidosis, and Raynaud's phenomenon. Some materials are available in Spanish. Clinical practice guidelines for health professionals are available on high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, asthma, and obesity. Serial publications include HeartMemo, which provides program updates for health professionals about cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart attack, and AsthmaMemo, which describes the activities of the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program. Publications can be accessed using the online catalog or ordered from NHLB in print format.

Keywords: Hypertension, Asthma, Blood and lymphatic diseases, Blood pressure disorders, Cardiovascular diseases, Heart diseases, Hematologic diseases, Information dissemination, Lung diseases, Respiratory diseases, Sleep disorders, Smoking

Annotation: The Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis Foundation was created to provide patient/family support, serve as an information resource for patients and practitioners, promote public awareness, and aid in the prevention, cure, and treatment of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP). The Foundation provides a network of members of the RRP community. The nucleus of the network is the RRP Newsletter, which includes support network information, statistics and activities, case histories, and developments with regard to RRP. The Foundation sponsors conferences and workshops.

Keywords: Respiratory diseases

Annotation: Publications include a newsletter. Materials will soon be available in a variety of foreign languages, including German, Dutch, and Swedish.

Keywords: Digestive system disease, Congenital abnormalities, Imperforate Anus, Imperforate anus, Osteochondritis, Radial and renal dysplasia , Respiratory diseases, Scheurmanns disease, TEF/- , Tracheoesophageal fistola, Tracheoesophageal fistula, Vertebral defects, support groups

Annotation: The University of Alabama at Birmingham Pediatric Pulmonary Center (UAB PPC) provides interdisciplinary leadership training to health care professionals to equip them to improve the health of children with respiratory conditions through the provision of family-centered care.The Center offers graduate-level and post-doctoral training, patient and family care and education, research, consultation, and the provision of continuing education and technical assistance. UAB-PPC is one of six Pediatric Pulmonary Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration.

Keywords: Continuing education, Needs assessment, Pediatric pulmonary care centers, Professional education, Respiratory diseases, Spanish language materials