Brain & Nervous System Health Center
Post-Polio Syndrome - Other Places To Get Help
Organizations
| National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke | |
| P.O. Box 5801 | |
| Bethesda, MD 20824 | |
| Phone: | 1-800-352-9424 (301) 496-5751 |
| TDD: | (301) 468-5981 |
| Web Address: | www.ninds.nih.gov |
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), a part of the National Institutes of Health, is the leading U.S. federal government agency supporting research on brain and nervous system disorders. It provides the public with educational materials and information about these disorders. | |
| March of Dimes | |
| 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue | |
| White Plains, NY 10605 | |
| Phone: | (914) 997-4488 |
| Web Address: | www.marchofdimes.com |
The March of Dimes tries to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and early death. March of Dimes supports research, community services, education, and advocacy to save babies' lives. The organization's Web site has information on premature birth, birth defects, birth defects testing, pregnancy, and prenatal care. You can sign up to get a free newsletter and also explore Understanding Your Newborn: An Interactive Program for New Parents. | |
| Post-Polio Health International | |
| 4207 Lindell Boulevard | |
| Suite 110 | |
| St. Louis, MO 63108-2930 | |
| Phone: | (314) 534-0475 |
| Fax: | (314) 534-5070 |
| E-mail: | info@post-polio.org |
| Web Address: | www.post-polio.org |
The Post-Polio Health International (PHI) helps people with post-polio syndrome get information and exchange information about the condition. PHI also offers a newsletter, brochures, and a handbook for doctors and patients on the long-term effects of polio. | |
WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise
Post-Polio Syndrome Topics
Important Safety Information
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