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MYASTHENIA GRAVIS INFORMATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES | MYASTHENIA GRAVIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA

Offers to facilitate the timely diagnosis and optimal care of individuals affected by myasthenia gravis and closely related disorders. MGFA helps to improve their lives through programs of patient services, public information, medical research, professional education and advocacy.

Educational literature packets for patients, family/friends, general public and medical professionals. The first packet sent is free of charge.

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Disease/Disability Information

MS NAVIGATOR | NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY

MS Navigators are highly skilled, compassionate professionals who help connect clients to the information, resources and support needed to move their life with multiple sclerosis forward. These supportive partners help clients navigate the challenges of MS that are unique to their situation.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
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CANCER CARE SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS | UNITYPOINT HEALTH - DES MOINES

Offers a wide range of cancer care services to those seeking cancer treatment. Services include both inpatient and outpatient cancer treatment, oncology, radiation and ancillary services. Support groups for those going through cancer treatment, and their family members, are available. Call to get more information on when and where support groups are offered.

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Colorectal Cancer Detection
Cancer Clinics
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

FOOD, NUTRITION, AND HEALTH | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA - LINCOLN EXTENSION

Focuses on improving the nutrition, food safety, and physical activity of Nebraska's youth and adults. Includes diabetes education.

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Nutrition Education
Food Safety Education
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FOOD, NUTRITION, AND HEALTH | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA - LINCOLN EXTENSION

Focuses on improving the nutrition, food safety, and physical activity of Nebraska's youth and adults. Includes diabetes education.

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Nutrition Education
Food Safety Education
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A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

MILD DEPRESSION SELF-MANAGEMENT FOR SENIORS (PEARLS) | FAMILY SERVICE - SERVING CHAMPAIGN, DOUGLAS, AND PIATT COUNTIES

Offers a coaching program comprising six to eight sessions over four or five months in an older adult's home. The older adult learns about what depression is and helps them develop the skills to have more active, satisfying, self-sufficient lives. Useful for older adults with mild to moderate depression symptoms.

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INFORMATION ON DWARFISM AND SUPPORT GROUPS | LITTLE PEOPLE OF AMERICA

Provides an organization for people affected by dwarfism. Common interests in coping in a world of average size people as well as a resource for practical information and socialization. Can provide current medical literature relating to dwarfism and referrals to medical practitioners with related medical expertise. The organization will provide the names of local contacts in all states or regions.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
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AUTISM INFORMATION | AUTISM SOCIETY

Works with families to obtain services and support needed for those with autism. Provides toll-free phone support as well as information and referral services. Advocates at the local, state and national level to improve public policy, increase awareness and promote research.

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A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

CANCER DISEASE INFORMATION | AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

Provides brochures, speakers, signs and methods for prevention and detection, and cover topics such as breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer and smoking.

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Medical Information Services

FINDS TUTORING | FAMILY IDEAS NETWORK FOR DOWN SYNDROME

Provides guidance and support to families of individuals with Down Syndrome, through speaker events, newsletters, social events, community awareness activities, and a resource library. There is no permanent location; meetings are primarily held in the Crystal Lake area.

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Health/Disability Related Social Clubs
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A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

A JOURNEY THROUGH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION AND OUTREACH

Offers information on Parkinson's disease. Learn about the causes, symptoms, how treatments work, and therapeutic activities to do at home.

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Disease/Disability Information
Disability Awareness Training

CANCER INFORMATION | AMERICAN INSTITUTE FOR CANCER RESEARCH

Free educational materials, a quarterly newsletter, a nutrition hotline, and cancer resources for newly diagnosed patients.

Researches diet, nutrition, and cancer and educates the public about the results. Call toll free to request educational materials, information on specific cancers, and personalized answers to your nutrition questions.

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LUNG HELPLINE | AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION

Provides a helpline to answer lung health questions. Registered nurses, respiratory therapists, and certified tobacco treatment specialists make up the helpline staff.

Provides information regarding:
- Quitting all forms of tobacco.
- Oxygen therapy resources.
- Managing chronic lung conditions (such as asthma, COPD, lung caner, and pulmonary fibrosis).
- Questions about medication, respiratory therapy, and pulmonary testing.
- Financial aid, medical equipment, and health insurance questions.
- Finding a doctor, medical specialist, or healthcare center.
- Connecting with support groups.
- Connecting with local resources to ensure continuity of care.

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FOOD, NUTRITION, AND HEALTH | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA - LINCOLN EXTENSION

Focuses on improving the nutrition, food safety, and physical activity of Nebraska's youth and adults. Includes diabetes education.

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Nutrition Education
Food Safety Education
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FOOD, NUTRITION, AND HEALTH | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA - LINCOLN EXTENSION

Focuses on improving the nutrition, food safety, and physical activity of Nebraska's youth and adults. Includes diabetes education.

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Nutrition Education
Food Safety Education
Disease/Disability Information