Alliance for Healthy Homes - a public interest organization with excellent resources on lead poisoning and prevention including community tool kits.
U.S. Geological Survey provides information on ground and surface water.
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EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs -provides resources for pesticide safety, chemical information, pesticide registration, and legislation.
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Division of Parasitic Diseases - Provides overview of numerous water-borne and sanitation related diseases.
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The Local drinking water quality informationThe Local drinking water quality information: Local water suppliers are mandated to provide consumers with a confidence report that tells where water comes from and what is in it.
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CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention ProgramCDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program - offers screening, research and surveillance information.
Lead Programs - information on EPA and other federal lead poisoning prevention programs.
Find local treatment locations. 1-800-451-2229
Lists complete cancer health services.
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Locate updated cancer education material and find states that provide financial assistance.
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This site includes a comprehensive listing of complete cancer services.
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MCN Module on Cultural Competency in PracticeModule Two of MCN's educational offering "Adolescent Farmworkers at Risk" focuses on cultural competency in practice. Earn continuing education creditswhile learning more about this important topic.
Find information on prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential cancer related material.
Free breast and cervical cancer screening services to medicaly underserved. They also provide some treatment assistance.
Legal advice for cancer patients. 213-736-1455
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Interprofessional Fostering of Ophthalmic Care for Underserved Sectors (InFOCUS)A non-profit agency promoting eye care for underserved communities. Provides trainings on primary eye care and use of the Focometer.
Barnga is a staff simulation activity that emphasizes the power of subtle differences in culture as they effect communication.
For insight into the day-to-day life of a migrant farmworker's child, read The Barefoot Heart, by Elva Trevino Hart.
Sequella is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on commercializing improved treatment paradigms for diseases of epidemic potential.
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Families/Familias Saludables: 8 week curricula focusing on prevention of domestic violence 831-722-4532
HAPA- Hombres Autoresponsables para Parar el Abuso: Small group intervention for abusers consisting of 24 weekly group sessions. 541-386-4880