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Diseases & Health Conditions
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All About Multiple
Sclerosis - www.mult-sclerosis.org |
This site is all about multiple sclerosis and is geared toward
consumers and clinicians.
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ALS Association - www.alsa.org |
Official site with information about Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),
often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's disease."
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Bariatric Rehabilitation -
www.bariatricrehab.com |
This is the website for Choice Physical Therapy, a practice which
specializes in management of the "patient of size."
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Brain Injury Association of America
- www.biausa.org |
Information on brain injury including research and government
information. Listing of conferences, events, publications.
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Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy -
www.fsma.org |
Information for families dealing with Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
Includes research, conferences, message boards, etc...
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society -
www.nmss.org |
News articles, general information on MS, information on local
chapters.
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National Spinal Cord Injury
Association - www.spinalcord.org |
News and information on Spinal Cord Injury including conferences and
events.
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation -
www.oif.org |
Information on treatment of osteogenesis imperfecta as well as news,
events, and national AT funding link.
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Spina Bifida Association of America -
www.sbaa.org |
Information about spina bifida and about this association.
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The Muscular Dystrophy Association
- www.mdausa.org |
This is the official site of the Muscular Dystrophy Association of
America.
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United Cerebral Palsy Association -
www.ucp.org |
Site for the National UCPA. Site contains information on national
topics and events, education, housing, sports and leisure, employment,
parenting and families, transportation, health and wellness, products
and services and travel. There are locators for local UCP chapters and
members of government.
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Aging Parents - www.aging-parents-and-elder-care.com |
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Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics - www.aanma.org |
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ALS Association of America (ALSA) - www.alsa.org |
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American Cancer Society - www.cancer.org |
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American College of Allergy , Asthma, and Immunology - www.acaai.org |
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United Spinal Association |
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American Red Cross - www.redcross.org |
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Arthritis Foundation - www.arthritis.org |
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America - www.aafa.org |
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Brain injuries - www.biausa.org |
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Caregivers - www.nfcacares.org |
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Forbes Norris MDA/ ALS Research Center - www.cpmc.org |
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Heart Disease - americanheart.org |
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Les Turner ALS Foundation - www.lesturnerals.org |
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March of Dimes - www.marchofdimes.com |
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Muscular Dystrophy - www.mdausa.org |
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NAEPP
- www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/naepp |
National Asthma Education and Prevention Program
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National Home Oxygen Patient's Association: -
www.homeoxygen.org/about.html |
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NJMRC
- www.njc.org |
National Jewish Medical and Research Center Pulmonary Disease
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The Pulmonary Paper - www.pulmonarypaper.org/main.asp |
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Respiratory Care - www.aarc.org |
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Rehabilitation - www.nraf-rehabnet.org |
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Sleep Apnea - www.sleepapnea.org |
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Spina Bifida - www.sbaa.org |
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United Ostomy Associate - www.uoa.org |
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Visiting Nurses Association - www.vnaa.org |
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Mayo Clinic - http://www.mayoclinic.org |
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WebMD -
http://webmd.com |
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Variety of health information -
http://www.intelihealth.com |
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Dr. Green pediatric health issues - http://www.drgreene.com |
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Basic health issues -
http://www.healthsquare.com |
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Wheelchair Junkie -
www.wheelchairjunkie.com |
Great site for information pertaining to wheelchairs and mobility.
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Rehab, Social Services & Caregiver-Specific Web Sites |
There are a variety of Web sites that offer information and support for family caregivers, in addition to those from specific organizations.
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Disability
Info - www.disability.gov |
Federal website of disability related government resources.
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iCAN -
www.icanonline.net |
Site includes articles on disability issues, links, and message board.
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Paralyzed Veterans of
America - www.pva.org |
Resources and information on sports, recreation and education.
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RESNA - www.resna.org |
This is the web site for the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive
Technology Society of North America. The site contains information on
conferences, information on the RESNA Certification process, a
directory of credentialed professionals, and much more.
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Sports 'N Spokes
- www.pvamagazines.com |
A bi-monthly magazine geared to the active wheeler.
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http://www.caregiver.org |
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http://www.caregiving.org |
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http://www.caregiving.com |
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http://www.caregiver.com |
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Through the Looking
Glass - lookingglass.org |
This site is filled with information for parents who have
disabilities.
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State Specific Information |
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IL
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Illinois Healthcare and Family Services |
Web site for Healthcare and Family Services, formerly the Department of Public Aid, the state agency dedicated to improving the lives of Illinois' families through health care coverage, child support enforcement and energy assistance.
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IA
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UnityPoint Health |
Iowa Health Systems
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TX
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DARS: Texas Department of
Assistive and Rehabilitation Services - www.dars.state.tx.us |
The official site for The Texas Department of Assistive and
Rehabilitation Services (DARS). DARS is a great resource for people
with disabilities and developmental delays to find information and
assistance.
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Industry Information |
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NCART: National Coalition
for Assistive and Rehab Technology - www.itemcoalition.org |
This group is an "independent coalition formed to provide highly
focused attention to the needs of suppliers and manufacturers who
concentrate primarily on dealing in high-end rehab and assistive
technology products". Areas of concentration include issues and
challenges around coding, coverage and reimbursement for high end
specialized devices and services.
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NRRTS: National Registry of
Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers - www.nrrts.org |
The official site for the National Registry of Rehabilitation
Technology Suppliers (NRRTS). NRRTS is the registry for professional
Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers.
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Randy Snow - www.randysnow.com |
A fascinating site that serves as an inspiration to us all. Randy's
experiences, accomplishments, and approach to life provide motivation
to people all over the world.
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THE MED GROUP - www.medgroup.com |
Web site of the MED Group, mostly member information along with
directory for consumers looking for a supplier in their area.
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Insurance, Reimbursement, and Regulatory |
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AARP - www.aarp.org |
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Palmetto GBA (Medicare) -
www.palmettogba.com |
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Texas Legislature Online -
www.capitol.state.tx.us |
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Texas Medicaid & Health
Partnership - www.tmhp.com |
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The Texas State Senate -
www.senate.state.tx.us |
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U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs -
www.va.gov |
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Administration on Aging - www.aoa.gov |
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JCAHO - www.jcaho.org |
JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations)
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Medicare - www.medicare.gov |
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Social Security Administration - www.ssa.org |
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United Way -
http://national.unitedway.org |
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YMCA - www.ymca.net |
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Manufacturers |
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Invacare Supply Group
- www.invacaresupplygroup.com |
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Pride Mobility -
www.pridemobility.com |
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Sunrise Medical -
www.sunrisemedical.com |
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