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ACHIEVA
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| | Formerly the Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC), ACHIEVA continues its mission of protecting the rights of and promoting opportunities for children and adults with retardation and other disabilities through advocacy, community services, education and family supports.
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AccessiblePA: Online Disability Resource for Pennsylvanians
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| | This site from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania "combines the latest information on programs and services in one convenient site for people of all ages with disabilities, as well as their families and support providers." |
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Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD)
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| | ACHD contact information along with health tips, local reports and statistics, information on clinics and other services and descriptions and phone numbers for a variety of health programs. |
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Allegheny County Health Department Special Reports
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| | Statistical reports in .pdf (Adobe Acrobat) format. |
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Alzheimer Disease Research Center (ADRC)
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| | This site lists information on the ADRC at the University of Pittsburgh, publications, research, a calendar, a directory, drug trials, related studies and training. |
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American Diabetes Association: In Your Area
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| | The local chapter's contact information as well as tips for daily living, meal planning, fundraising events and Diabetes Forecast online. |
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American Heart Association - Pennsylvania
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| | American Heart Association's Pennsylvania chapter addresses and telephone numbers listed by county. |
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American Heart Association - Pittsburgh PA
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| | Local events and fundraising, with links to national information resources. |
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American Lung Association of Pennsylvania
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| | Pennsylvania address and phone numbers for the ALA are available here, along with information on lung diseases, air quality, statistics, occupational health, research and advocacy are some topics covered on links to the national site. |
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American Respiratory Alliance of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Local address and phone numbers and information on specific lung diseases are provided at this site. |
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Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
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| | This site lists the programs and services for older adults in Allegheny County. |
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Arthritis Foundation - Western Pennsylvania Chapter
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| | News, programs and a physician referral list are available at this site as well as general and contact information. |
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Autism Society of Pittsburgh
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| | Information and local advocacy and referral services. |
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Breast Cancer Information Service (BCIS)
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| | Information about diagnosis, treatment, prevention, support and insurance issues concerning breast cancer. BCIS is a joint project of the Pittsburgh Breast Care Test Coalition, an umbrella organization of health care providers, women's groups and individuals dedicated to the eradication of breast cancer as a life-threatening disease.
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Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Project
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| | This site provides details and eligibility criteria for the Pennsylvania Department of Health's Healthy Woman Project. |
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Burger King Cancer Caring Center
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| | Free emotional support services to survivors of cancer, their friends and families. |
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CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
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| | Use the Chapter Locator to find local contact information for CHADD. |
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CHIP: Pennsylvania's Children's Health Insurance Program
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| | "CHIP is Pennsylvania's program to provide quality health insurance for children of working families who otherwise could not afford it." Find information and apply online at this site from the Pennsylvania Insurance Department. |
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Candlelighters of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Support and services from the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Network. |
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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Resource Guide: Health
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| | This site offers a variety of health web sites specific to Pittsburgh and the Southwestern Pennsylvania community. |
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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh: Senior Citizens
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| | This site provides links to health and social services for seniors in Western Pennsylvania, including home health services and senior centers. State and national organizations are also listed. |
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Center for Assistive Technology (CAT)
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| | A joint program of UPMC Health System and the University of Pittsburgh, CAT is based on UPMC Health System’s Oakland campus in Pittsburgh and offers services at sites throughout the region. |
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Center for Creative Play
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| | "The Center for Creative Play™ is a national leader in inclusive play and play environments." Located in Pittsburgh, PA, the Center offers a world of play for children of all abilities. Special programs all week long, including some evenings. Call 412-371-1668 for more information. |
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Center for Hearing and Deaf Services, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA
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| | This site lists information on the Hearing Aid Recycling Program (HARP), Audiology services, speech/language pathology, assistive device center, interpreting service programs, psychiatric outpatient clinic, other services, and FYI. |
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Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE)
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| | This site contains links to information about CORE, general statistics and questions, donations, the transplant process, misconceptions, those touched by donations and transplants, donor family support, legislation, and educational outreach programs. In English and Spanish. |
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Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
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| | Lists information on Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, a visitors guide, clinical services and medical staff, children's community care, the Pittsburgh Poison Center, news and events, education, research, clinical care link and contact information. U.S. News and World Reports recently ranked Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh #6 in pediatrics nationally. |
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Children's Institute
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| | The Children's Institute has levels of care for special needs children including a Day School. Their website has information on programs, diagnosis, clinical services, contact information, calendar of events, and outpatient satellite offices. |
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Colon Cancer Alliance: Voices of Pittsburgh
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| | Link to information for the local chapter of the Colon Cancer Alliance. |
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Consortium on Children's Asthma Camps
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| | Listing of asthma camps for children in Pennsylvania. |
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Contact Pittsburgh
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| | Call the Crisis and Suicide Hotline at (412)820-HELP for immediate emotional support. Other hotlines and helplines listed here, also. Contact and information about volunteering also available at this site. |
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Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America - Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Chapter
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| | The local Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America address and telephone number. The site provides links to the national organization. |
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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
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| | Local and statewide addresses and phone numbers for CFF can be found by using the "Find Chapters and Care Centers" feature from the national homepage. News, research, clinical trials, and programs and services of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation can be easily accessed. |
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Disability Resources Monthly(DRM) - Pennsylvania
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| | Lists many resources for people with disabilities. Some topics include: aging, assistive technology, blindness and visual impairments, deafness and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, and transportation. |
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Domestic Abuse Counseling Center
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| | The Domestic Abuse Counseling Center is a non-profit organization that is committed to safety and justice for victims, attitudinal and behavior change of abusers, and non-abusive values in the community.
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Dual Recovery Anonymous
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| | Lists meeting places, times, and contact information for this 12 step program in Pennsylvania. |
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Easter Seals of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Comprehensive rehabilitative services and educational assistance from the local society. |
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Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania
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| | Local office address and phone numbers, online newsletter, programs, services and links to national Epilepsy Foundation resources are available here. |
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Family Health Council, Inc.
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| | The Family Health Council offers programs and services in the areas of family planning and gynecology, pregnancy care, pediatrics, nutrition services, Center for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (CAPP), Healthy Start House, the Family Adoption Center (FAC), Healthy Women 50+ Program, and HIV/AIDS education and training. |
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FamilyLinks
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| | "FamilyLinks is a non-profit social service agency that provides mental health and mental retardation programs, youth and family development programs, adult community services, alcohol and other drug treatment, and school-based prevention services to children, families and individuals throughout southwestern Pennsylvania." |
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HSLS Evidence-Based Medicine & Practice Guidelines
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| | Selected by the Health Sciences Library System of the University of Pittsburgh. |
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HSLS Internet Guide: Health Statistics
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| | Comprehensive list of online statistics resources from the University of Pittsburgh's Health Sciences Library System. |
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HSLS Internet Guides: Men's Health
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| | A selection of reliable web sites from the Health Sciences Library System at the University of Pittsburgh. |
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HumanServices.net
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| | A directory of human services programs in Allegheny County. This is a searchable database that includes a map-based interface that will help you find a service that is close to your home or that of a family member or friend. |
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Huntington's Disease - Western Pennsylvania Chapter
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| | A toll-free help line and newsletter, support groups and informational materials are available from HDSA's Western Pennsylvania Chapter. A link to the national site is also provided. |
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Institute on Aging
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| | This site, a collaboration of the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC, assists the elderly and their families with healthcare and financial information Their 24-hour non-emergency number is (866)430-8742. |
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Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - Western Pennsylvania Chapter
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| | The local address and telephone number of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International. |
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Lead Poisoning Prevention
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| | Information about the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPP)sponsored by the Allegheny County Health Department. |
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Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia Chapter
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| | Local contact information, service, research and disease information. A link to the national organization is provided. |
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Love 'em With a Checkup
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| | Love 'em with a check-up so you can love 'em forever. Their toll free number is 1-800-986-BABY for Healthy Baby or 1-800-986-KIDS for Healthy Kids. |
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Lupus Foundation of America
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| | Search for the local office by using the "Locate a Chapter" feature on the home page of the national organization. In English and Spanish. |
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Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medial Center
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| | This site has a resource and referral service, lists their research, mission and philosophy with links to their programs as a National Center of Excellence in Women's Health. |
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Make a Wish Foundation of Western Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia
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| | Lists general information, wish stories, how to refer a child, volunteer opportunities, donations, and upcoming events. |
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Mental Health Association of Allegheny County
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| | The latest news, free and confidential services and programs, information about mental illnesses, and a newsletter are available here. |
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Mental Health Services and Support
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| | Descriptions of services, programs and phone numbers offered by the Allegheny Department of Human Services,Office of Behavioral Health. |
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Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
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| | Find the nearest MDA clinic at this site, along with information on summer camp, research and services. (Also in Spanish) |
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Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America /Pennsylvania
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| | Information for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation. |
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NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania
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| | An affiliate of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. This organization helps families cope with mental illness. |
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National Kidney Foundation of the Alleghenies
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| | The is the Pittsburgh chapter of the National Kidney Foundation, where you can find information about kidney diseases and treatments, along with research updates and local fundraising events. |
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National Maternal and Child Health Clearinghouse
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| | From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, this program aims to promote and improve the health of mothers and children. Contact information for NMCHC Pennsylvania State Resources listed.
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society/Allegheny District Chapter
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| | Local office contact information provided along with links to local programs and services, fundraising events and the national organization. |
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Neurofibromatosis Clinics Association
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| | General information, support services, research, clinical trials and fundraising events in Pittsburgh, PA. |
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PA Tourette Syndrome Association
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| | Find a downloadable newsletter, support group information and more from the Pennsylvania office in Gettysburg, PA. |
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PANPHA: An Association of Pennsylvania Nonprofit Senior Services
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| | (Formerly the Pennsylvania Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging.) Information about nonprofit organizations offering long term care services in Pennsylvania. The services include: housing, nurses aides, and more. |
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POTADA: Parents of Teenage Alcohol and Drug Abusers
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| | "POTADA is a support group for parents and other adult relatives in the Pittsburgh, PA area." |
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Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
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| | Funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Education and Welfare "Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania is a network created by families for families with children and adults with special needs. We connect families in similar situations with one another so that they may share experiences, offer practical information and/or advice." Call 800-986-4550 in PA for more information. |
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Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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| | This site has a directory of statewide community-based programs. Advocates for battered women. |
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Pennsylvania Council on Independent Living
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| | "The Pennsylvania Council on Independent Living is a statewide, nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to the independence and empowerment of persons with disabilities." |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health
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| | Pennsylvania health statistics, information on birth and death certificates, Pennsylvania nursing home and facility locators, Health Information from A-Z, emergency preparedness and much more from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - 5-A-Day Health Program
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| | The "5-a-Day Health Program," a nutrition education project, aims to encourage people to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Contact them at 1-877-PA HEALTH. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - Diabetes Control Program Initiatives
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| | Find information about the Diabetes Control Program Initiatives here, including quick facts, statistics about Diabetes. You may also call them toll free at 1-877-PA-HEALTH. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - HIV/AIDS Programs
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| | Find local offices using a county map or contact list, and locate anonymous counseling and testing sites and statistics on this site. Their toll free number is 1-800-662-6080. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - Nursing Home Care
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| | Information on nursing care facilities, including access to the Nurse Aide Registry, information on how to file a complaint against a nursing home or long term care facility, and choosing a nursing home. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - Osteoporosis
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| | The osteoporosis prevention website from the Pennsylvania Department of Health lists information on risk factors and ways to help prevent osteoporosis. Scroll down for the Southwest District office in Pittsburgh or call the Pittsburgh office at (412)565-5101. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - Sexually Transmitted Diseases Program
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| | Information on clinic locations and clinical services, intervention and prevention, screening, and education. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health - Tuberculosis
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| | The web page on Tuberculosis Control is brought to us from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Call them at 1-877-PA-HEALTH for more information. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of Health Statistics and Research
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| | "The Pennsylvania Department of Health's Bureau of Health Statistics and Research collects and maintains data to assist in planning, administering and evaluating the health status of Pennsylvania residents and the quality and quantity of health services within Pennsylvania." |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health: Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs
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| | This site provides information and confidential referral to a treatment or counseling program in your community. Find your local office by using the links to County Map or Contact List, or in Allegheny County, call the Pittsburgh office at 412-350-3857. |
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Pennsylvania Department of Health: Women, Infants and Children(WIC)
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| | The federally funded Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is offered through the Pennsylvania Department of Health. This site give information on nutrition education and other important topics. Their toll free number is 1-800-WIC-WINS. |
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Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council
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| | With offices in Harrisburg and Wexford, PA, the PADDC provides online publications, updated legislative information and other useful information. |
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Pennsylvania Health Law Project:
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| | The PHLP toll-free helpline is 1-800-274-3258. Use the Search by Topic feature at the top of the page for detailed information on topics such as "how to obtain drug and alcohol services" and "accessing prescription drugs." |
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Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
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| | "OVR provides services to help persons with disabilities prepare for, start, and maintain employment." |
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Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network
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| | PPCRN helps families to form local and regional support networks. Information on how to start a group, fundraising, workshop ideas, advocacy issues and more at this site. |
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Pennsylvania Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Alliance
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| | The local SIDS Alliance address and telephone number. |
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Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force
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| | Information, support services and prevention education are provided. |
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Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
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| | Gives information on rape, crisis intervention, adult survivors, sexual harassment, sexual abuse of children, and more. 24-hour free hotline: 1-866-END-RAPE or (TTY) 412-431-2576. |
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Pittsburgh Area Brain Injury Alliance
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| | For patients and their families, these pages provide links to treatment, support and education about brain injuries. |
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Pittsburgh Poison Center at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
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| | Information on poison prevention and emergency 24-hr. phone number for the Pittsburgh Poison Center, the home of Mr. Yuk. |
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Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Provides reproductive and complimentary health, information on family planning and parenthood, and advocacy. |
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Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania/Health Services
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| | Comprehensive, confidential medical services are offered to women regardless of age or income. Birth control, vasectomy, pap smears and HIV/AIDS testing and counseling are some of the services offered. |
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Resource Guide for Women with Disabilities
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| | From Partners for Accessible Healthcare for Women (PAHW) and the University of Pittsburgh, this site features a list of healthcare providers in Allegheny County. "Recommendations are made by patients who have had positive experiences with the practices/providers. Each office/facility was visited by our staff and found to be user friendly for people with disabilities."
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Rx Council of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Exists to provide emergency prescription assistance through direct services to Allegheny County Residents on a low or fixed income. |
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SHHH: Self Help for Hard of Hearing People
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| | "SHHH opens the world of communication to people with hearing loss
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Self Help for Hard of Hearing People
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| | This site contains links to contacts, what's happenning!, chapter and group meeting, hearing loss resources, membership, and the Pennsylvania State Congress News. |
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Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Diseases
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| | Patient-friendly advice and support to those diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). |
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Special Kids Network (SKN)
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| | From the Pennsylvania Department of Health the SKN "is a new statewide system designed to connect families of children with chronic health or disabling conditions to services and providers." Call toll-free 1-800-986-4550 for more information. |
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Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania
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| | Provides direct service, education and advocacy. |
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State Health Facts Online
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| | From the Kaiser Family Foundation, this resource contains the latest state-level data on demographics, health, and health policy, including health coverage, access, financing, and state legislation. |
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Substance Abuse Management
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| | Descriptions of services, programs and phone numbers offered by the Allegheny Department of Human Services,Office of Behavioral Health. |
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Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator
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| | Find local treatment facilities by state or zip code at this site from the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. |
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Three Rivers Center for Independent Living
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| | TRCIL aims "to promote independent living for and by individuals with disabilities; to empower people with disabilities to live self directed, productive, and personally meaningful lives in a self determined setting; and to provide high quality, consumer controlled services and to advocate for effective community change so as to enhance opportunities for people with disabilities." Local address and phone numbers are provided.
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Transplant Recipient International Organization (TRIO)
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| | Local addresses and phone numbers for local chapters of TRIO browsable by state. News, publications about specific conditions and other resources are available through links to the national organization.
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Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living
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| | Based in Washington, PA, this organization serves Southwestern PA and promotes independent community living for people with disabilities. |
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UCP Kids
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| | From UCP of Pittsburgh, the Unique Community Partnership for Kids (UCP Kids) provides recreational support to kids with and without disabilities, "UCP Kids works with children in Allegheny County from 3 - 21 years of age with various disabilities." Inclusive recreational activities are identified and participation is encouraged with support and teaching techniques for families and group leaders. |
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UCP of Pittsburgh
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| | Although it remains the leading source of information on cerebral palsy, UCP now provides services to individuals with severe disabilities and administers the Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) program. Local services include attendant care, residential services and vocational services, among others. Full contact information is available here. |
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UPMC Arthritis
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| | Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis diagnostic and treatment information from UPMC. Ranked among the top 20 centers in the United States by U.S. News and World Reports. |
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UPMC Cardiovascular Institute
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| | "Recognized both nationally and internationally as a center of diagnostic treatment, and research excellence, the UPMC Cardiovascular Institute provides a multitude of sophisticated and specialized treatments for every type of heart and vascular disease." |
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UPMC Center for Sports Medicine
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| | "In addition to preventive care and athletic performance enhancement, UPMC's Center for Sports Medicine is on the leading edge of surgical and nonsurgical treatment for muscle and joint injuries." |
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UPMC Diabetes
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| | In-depth guides to diagnosis, treatment and dietary along with links to support organizations from UPMC. |
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UPMC Digestive Disorders Center
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| | "At the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's Digestive Disorders Center (DDC), the latest diagnostic approaches and treatments are available for adults with disorders of the pancreas, liver, and digestive tract (esophagus, stomach, and intestines)." |
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UPMC Diseases and Conditions
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| | Browse topics alphabetically to find more information. |
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UPMC Guide to Transplantation: Organ Donation
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| | Describes UPMC's donor and transplant programs. |
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UPMC Health Tools
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| | A collection of fitness calculators from UPMC. |
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UPMC Medicine Cabinet
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| | "This health tool provides you with diverse drug information including an explanation of how the drug works, proper dosages, and possible side effects." |
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UPMC Patient Education Materials: Tests and Procedures
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| | Information specific to UPMC procedures can be found here. Click on "T" or scroll down to find "Tests and Procedures." |
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UPMC Shadyside Services for Seniors
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| | 55 Alive Mature Driving course, an emergency response system and respite care are some of the services described here. |
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UPMC Transplantation Services
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| | A description of UPMC transplantation programs. |
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UPMC Weight Management Center
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| | Helpful tips, recipes and other tools for success from UPMC Health System. |
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UPMC Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
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| | Services offered and locations and contact information for this top-ranked facility can be found at this site. |
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United Way of Allegheny County
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| | This site provides information about health and human services in the Pittsburgh region, how to make donations and available volunteer opportunities. |
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University of Pittsburgh (UPMC) Find a Doctor
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| | This site contains listings of doctors who are on the medical staffs of UPMC hospitals. |
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Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh
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| | The Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh provides a crisis hotline, emergency shelter, ongoing individual counseling and support groups, and advocacy and support services for women victims of domestic violence and their children. |
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Working Hearts
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| | Working Hearts is a coalition of women and organizations promoting strong women and strong hearts. The site, a project of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA, includes a listing of the premier heart health information services.
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Pennsylvania State Resources
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| | A collection of links to Pennsylvania state agencies and organizations serving children and youth with disabilities. From the National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities. |
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