Below is a listing of Pediatric Web sites selected by the library staff. They are listed in alphabetical, NOT ranked, order. Clicking on any of the links below will open the professional site in a new window.
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Autism Society of America (ASA)
ASA is a national society and chapter network that provides information, research, and referral on autism; an ASA chapter locator; and a list of relevant agencies searchable by State. |
Childstats.gov
This web site offers easy access to statistics and reports on children and families, including: population and family characteristics, economic security, health, behavior and social environment, and education. |
Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA)
CHASA, a non-profit organization, offers support and information to families of infants, children, and young adults who have hemiplegia, hemiparesis, or childhood stroke. The CHASA Web site has a list serve with over 800 members and provides access to a variety of resources and publications. |
Easter Seals
Easter Seals is a non-profit, grassroots, community-based organization that provides services to help children and adults with disabilities and/or special needs and to support their families. Easter Seals produces a variety of materials, including brochures, tip sheets, articles, books,
and others that are available on their Web site.
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Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP)
ICAAP is an organization of approximately 2,300 pediatricians in Illinois. Primary activities include advocacy on behalf of children, families, and health professionals in Illinois. |
KidsHealth
Created by The Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, the award-winning KidsHealth provides families with accurate and up-to-date health information about children from before birth through adolescence. |
Mayo Clinics Children’s Health Center
This web site provides useful and up-to-date information and tools that reflect the expertise and standard of excellence of Mayo Clinic. |
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
A non-profit health agency, MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through research; comprehensive medical and community services; and professional and public health education. |
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NINDS is the nation's leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system. The web site has a very extensive index of neurological disorders including rare-known and commonly known disorders such as Stroke, Epilepsy, Autism, and Cerebral Palsy. |
Pediatric Stroke Network (PSN)
PSN is the first support group for infant, pediatric and childhood stroke registered with the American Heart Association. The web site offers information on Childhood Stroke, After Effects, Rehabilitation, Support Information and Links to other sites. |
Spina Bifida Association of America (SBAA)
The mission of SBAA is to promote the prevention of spina bifida and to enhance the lives of all affected. It is composed of chapters and coalitions nationwide and is available in Spanish. |
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
UCP is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any disability. |
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