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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
395 E Street SW
Suite 9200
Washington, DC 20201
Phone:	1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) (202) 245-0625 (513) 533-8328 (outside the U.S.)
Fax:	(513) 533-8347
Email:	cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Web Address:	www.cdc.gov/niosh

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducts research and makes recommendations for the prevention of work-related injuries and illnesses. NIOSH also provides information to the public.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018-4262
Phone:	1-800-346-AAOS (1-800-346-2267) (847) 823-7186
Fax:	(847) 823-8125
Email:	orthoinfo@aaos.org
Web Address:	www.orthoinfo.aaos.org

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides information and education to raise the public's awareness of musculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on preventive measures. The AAOS website contains information on orthopedic conditions and treatments, injury prevention, and wellness and exercise.

American Industrial Hygiene Association
2700 Prosperity Avenue
Suite 250
Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone:	(703) 849-8888
Fax:	(703) 207-3561
Email:	infonet@aiha.org
Web Address:	www.aiha.org

American Industrial Hygiene Association members are scientists and engineers committed to protecting the health and safety of people in the workplace and the community. This group's Web site has information on ergonomics, including a brochure for consumers titled An Ergonomics Approach to Avoiding Workplace Injury.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Workplace Safety and Health
1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333
Phone:	1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
TDD:	TTY: 1-888-232-6348
Email:	cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Web Address:	www.cdc.gov/workplace

This U.S. government Web site has general information on hazards, illness, injuries, and diseases that may be related to the workplace. It also has information on safety and prevention.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Avenue
Washington, DC 20210
Phone:	1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742)
TDD:	1-877-889-5627 toll-free
Web Address:	www.osha.gov

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides information about hazards at the workplace and about worker safety.

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: June 08, 2009

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