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Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc

Dedicated to eliminating morbidity and mortality due to asthma and allergies through education, advocacy, community outreach, and research.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology is the largest professional medical organization in the United States devoted to the allergy/immunology specialty. The AAAAI represents, asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic disease. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has nearly 6,500 members in the United States, Canada and 60 other countries. The AAAAI is devoted to the advancement of the knowledge and practice of allergy, asthma and immunology for optimal patient care.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (Español)

El AAAAI ha reunido las materiales públicas de la educación, tal como Paciente Actualiza, los Hechos Rápidos, y las Puntas de AAAAI para Recordar serie del folleto, para educar las personas que hablan español sobre alergias y asma.

American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Online

Information and news service for patients, family, purchasers of group health care programs, and the news media.

American Lung Association

Fight lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.

Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis

A nonprofit organization to further education, patient support and research efforts for pulmonary fibrosis, specifically idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Cystic-L

Free email service for the exchange of information and support specific to cystic fibrosis.

National Emphysema Foundation

Improve the quality of life of those who have emphysema, asthma, and related diseases through education, research and direct patient care.

National Emphysema Treatment Trial

First multi-center clinical trial designed to determine the role, safety, and effectiveness of bilateral lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) in the treatment of emphysema.

National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute Information Center

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides leadership for a national program in diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lung, and blood; blood resources; and sleep disorders. Since October 1997, the NHLBI has also had administrative responsibility for the NIH Woman's Health Initiative. The Institute plans, conducts, fosters, and supports an integrated and coordinated program of basic research, clinical investigations and trials, observational studies, and demonstration and education projects. Research is related to the causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart, blood vessel, lung, and blood diseases; and sleep disorders. The NHLBI plans and directs research in development and evaluation of interventions and devices related to prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients suffering from such diseases and disorders. It also supports research on clinical use of blood and all aspects of the management of blood resources. Research is conducted in the Institute's own laboratories and by scientific institutions and individuals supported by research grants and contracts.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

Supports research to find a way to cure and control Pulmonary Fibrosis. In addition it supports treatment Centers to help those afflicted.

Vasculitis Foundation

The Vasculitis Foundation (VF) is the only international organization for patients with Vasculitis. Founded in 1986, VF provides patients and family members with practical information and coping strategies to live successfully with Vasculitis.

WebMD Allergies Condition Center

In-depth information on all aspects of allergies, including articles on symptoms, types, diagnosis, treatment, and information on clinical trials.