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National Kidney Foundation of the National Capital Area - http://www.kidneywdc.org/
Information about the organization's patient and public education programs, special events and Kidney Cars Donation Program, along with general kidney disease and organ donation information. |
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Epilepsy Foundation of the Chesapeake Region - http://www.epilepsy-foundation.org/
Seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals with seizure disorders through hands-on, individualized services. Serves the Maryland, Washington D.C, and Northern Virginia communities. |
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society - National Capital Chapter - http://www.msandyou.org/
Works to end the effects of multiple sclerosis. Features programs, services, news, events and volunteer information. |
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Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area - http://www.alz-nca.org/
Provides programs/services for families/caregivers, funds research, and educates the general public, health professionals and governments about Alzheimer's disease. |
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The ALS Association - DC/MD/VA Chapter - http://www.alsinfo.org
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or "Lou Gehrig's disease" services, support groups, newsletter and how to help. |
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DC Asthma Coalition - http://www.dcasthma.org/
Cooperative initiative with organizations and institutions with an interest in asthma. Features contact information. |
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United Cerebral Palsy - Washington DC and Northern Virginia - http://www.ucpdc.org/
Works to advance the independence, productivity and quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families. Includes services, events and employment opportunities. |
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Chesapeake-Potomac Spina Bifida Association - http://www.chesapeakespinabifida.org/
Association of local chapters in Maryland and the National Capital Region. Provides coordinated medical, educational, vocational and social services to individuals. |
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Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area - http://www.parkinsonfoundation.org/
Local chapter of national organization dedicated to Parkinson's disease research, education and patient services. Includes information on the disease, description of patient services, quarterly newsletter [PDF] and a listing of local support groups. |
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DC School Asthma and Allergy Initiative - http://www.schoolasthmaallergy.com/html/states-enhanced/DC/saai.html
Offers specific, concrete, ongoing support to those caring for school-aged children with asthma and allergies. Includes guidelines, programs, teaching toolkit, news and a newsletter. |
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation - Maryland - Greater Washington, DC Chapter - http://www.aafa-md.org/
Works to help sufferers manage and control the disease through the support of education, referrals and research. Includes pollen counts, FAQ and news. |
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DC Chapter Autism Society of America - http://209.200.89.252/search_site/chapter_detail.cfm?program_id=20803
Non-profit organization of parents, professionals, and friends of persons with autism, designed to promote the general welfare of persons with autism. Includes programs, activities and contact information. |
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Freedom to Breathe: Asthma in the Nation's Capital - http://www1.soc.american.edu/students/digitalskills/johnke/stories/asthma.html
Article discusses asthma in the River Terrace Community. |
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Arthritis Foundation - Metropolitan Washington Chapter - http://www.arthritis.org/Communities/Chapters/Chapter.asp?chapid=32
Works to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Includes news, events, programs and services, volunteer opportunities, advocacy program and physician referral list. |