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American Academy of Pediatrics
Address:
141 Northwest Point Boulevard
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098
Phone:
1-847-434-4000
Internet address:
http://www.aap.org/
Description of services provided:
The American Academy of Pediatrics is a great resource for both parents and health professionals. Included on the site is a detailed policy statement on how best to manage sickle cell disease called "Health Supervision for Children with Sickle Cell Disease."
Sickle Cell Disease Association of America
Address:
231 E. Baltimore St., Suite 800
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone:
1-800-421-8453
Internet address:
http://www.sicklecelldisease.org/
Description of services provided:
This site includes information on sickle cell disease, how to cope with its complications, who is affected, and how to join in efforts to research treatments. A chat room allows you to chat online with other people interested in sickle cell disease. Information on conferences, news releases, and a newsletter allow you to stay up-to-date on the latest research efforts.
Last reviewed June 2008 by Mark A. Best, MD, MPH, MBA
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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