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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Beyond Pesticides/National Coalition Against the Misuse of PesticidesBeyond Pesticides/National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides provides pesticide fact sheets, action alerts and information on what to do in a pesticide emergency.
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Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to PesticidesNorthwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides - promotes healthy solutions to pest problems and publishes the Journal on Pesticide Reform.
Pesticide Action Network of North America - promotes healthier, more effective pest management and houses the Pesticide Action Network Pesticide Database - a database of pesticide toxicity and regulatory information. The reference section provides general information about pesticides and their health effects.
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.
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.
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
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The Global Fund to Fight TB, HIV and MalariaThe Global Fund was created to finance a dramatic turn-around in the fight against AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. These diseases kill over 6 million people each year, and the numbers are growing.