NORD is dedicated to helping those with rare diseases and committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of these disorders through programs of advocacy, education, research, and service.
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Medline Plus
This resource provides up-to-date health information about diseases, conditions and wellness issues in language all can understand.
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Mayo Clinic
This leader in medical care, research and education works together to provide the best care for patients from information on general health to medical professionals.
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Healthfinder
Healthfinder.gov provides information and tools to help lead a healthy life with the latest, most reliable information and covering a wide range of health topics.
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Neurological Disorders and Stroke
NINDS strives to reduce the burden of neurological disease by guiding research on causes, prevention, diagnosis and treatment for neurological disorders and stroke, and providing grants, contracts, and disseminating this information to increase the expertise in this field.
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National Stroke Association
NSA’s mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by developing education and programs focused on prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for all impacted by stroke.
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The Arc
This organization advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families encompassing all ages and all spectrums from autism, Down Syndrome to Fragile X and various other developmental disorders.
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Special Olympics Michigan
SOMI allows those with intellectual disabilities to shine through sports while promoting respect, acceptance, inclusion and human dignity.
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American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
AAIDD provides leadership in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities promoting progressive policies, research, practices and human rights for people with these disabilities.
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National Alliance on Mental Health
NAMI is dedicated to building better lives for Americans affected by mental illness. They advocate for access to services, treatment, support and research and raising awareness and building a community of hope.
Link to resource:
https://www.nami.org/