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Helpline, National Parkinson's Foundation | National Parkinson's Foundation

Offers information, education, support, and referrals on Parkinson's disease.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Answers questions about Parkinson's diagnosis, treatment, daily living, caregiver concerns, research, and more
- Provides referrals to health professions and local community resources
- Offers customized information packs, digit and print versions

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Kidney Helpline, National Kidney Foundation | National Kidney Foundation

Provides support, education, information, and referrals on kidney disease, organ donation, or transplantation.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Offers tailored education programs on every stage of kidney disease and the transplantation process
- Hosts periodic seminars on kidney research and treatment in the National Capital Region

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Recources and Support, Tourette Association of America | Tourette Association of America

Provides education, support, and referrals for individuals with Tourette Syndrome.

Public Education and Information, Support Groups

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- Includes meetings, referrals, literature, films, treatment, and research
- Provides presentations for organizations upon request

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Information and Referral | Food Allergy Research Education

Provides food allergy information, education, and referrals.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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Rare Disease Information and Referral | National Organization for Rare Disorders

Educates the public on rare diseases and refers patients to resources for assistance and support.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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Health Education and Information, Sickle Cell Disease Association of America | Sickle Cell Disease Association of America

Offers information, educational materials, and resources related to sickle cell disease.

Public Education and Information, Helplines and Information

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- Helps individuals create local chapters
- Supports research activities for new treatments and to find a cure
- Organizes and participates in national and regional educational conferences

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MDA Resource Center | Muscular Dystrophy Association

Offers centralized information and resource for individuals with neuromuscular diseases.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Includes information on clinical trials, Care Centers, programs, research, advocacy, referrals, and more

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Dyslexia Information and Referral, International Dyslexia Association | International Dyslexia Association

Offers information and referrals related to dyslexia, including tutors and places to get tested.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Includes information for teachers and universities
- Distributes literature and information sheets on request

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Information and Referral, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America | Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America

Provides information and referral services related to inflammatory bowel diseases.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Distributes printed materials on colitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and related conditions
- Coordinates an annual nutrition expo and community walk
- Hosts seminars featuring speakers on medical, psychological, and nutritional topics
- Offers support groups for patients and their families

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Epilepsy and Seizures Helpline | Epilepsy Foundation

Provides trained information specialists to answer questions about epilepsy and seizures.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- provides support, guidance, and referrals to national and local resources
- Assists individuals living with epilepsy, their caregivers and friends, and anyone interested in learning more

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Cancer Education and Information | National Cancer Institute

Provides information on cancer, including research, clinical trials, prevention, risk factors, symptoms, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and quitting smoking.

Public Education and Information

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Health Information and Education, Huntington's Disease Society of America | Huntington's Disease Society of America

Provides information and education on Huntington's disease and the hospitals and doctors that specialize in its treatment.

Public Education and Information

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- Offers referrals to resources, clinical care and services, community and social support, and more
- A disability attorney is available for consultation

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Information and Referral, International OCD Foundation | International OCD Foundation

Provides information, referrals, and support for individuals living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), hoarding, and body dysmorphic disorder.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Information available on the website, by mail, in quarterly newsletters, and other materials
- Funds research to better understand these disorders
- Holds annual conferences

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AIDS/HIV Education | HIV Info

Offers information on HIV and AIDS research, treatment, and clinical trials.

Public Education and Information, Helplines and Information

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- Provides copies of federally approved treatment guidelines and information by mail

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Information and Referral | Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Provides education, information, and resources on mood disorders like depression and bipolar. 

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Includes treatment and support options

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Information and Referral | Foundation Fighting Blindness

Provides information and referral services related to retinal degenerative diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, and Usher syndrome.

Helplines and Information, Public Education and Information

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- Offers an e-newsletter on coping strategies, research updates, and Foundation news
- Hosts a bi-annual national conference

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