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Resources for Specific Diseases/Conditions

Alzheimer's Association
"Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association advances research to end Alzheimer's and dementia while enhancing care for those living with the disease."
American Cancer Society
"The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem."
American Diabetes Association
American Heart Association
"The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke."
American Lung Association
The American Lung Association is over 100 years old, and its mission is "To save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease."
American Psychiatric Association - Patients & Families
"The American Psychiatric Association is an organization of psychiatrists working together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental illness, including substance use disorders."
Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation aims to "conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to optimal care, advancements in science and community connections."
hiv.gov
One-stop access to U.S. Government HIV/AIDS information.
Mesothelioma Veterans Center
The Mesothelioma Veterans Center was created to provide information and assistance to veterans regarding treatment, clinical trials, and VA benefits for veterans suffering from asbestos illnesses.
National Cancer Institute
"This website offers free, credible, current, comprehensive information about cancer prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, research across the cancer spectrum, clinical trials, and news and links to other NCI websites." The National Cancer Instiute is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
National Institute on Drug Abuse
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NIDA's mission is to lead the Nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction. This charge has two critical components. The first is the strategic support and conduct of research across a broad range of disciplines. The second is ensuring the rapid and effective dissemination and use of the results of that research to significantly improve prevention and treatment and to inform policy as it relates to drug abuse and addiction.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society aims to be "The gathering place for people with MS, their family and loved ones, healthcare providers, volunteers, donors, fundraisers, advocates, community leaders and all those that seek a world free of MS."
National Stroke Association
The National Stroke Association's mission is "to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by developing compelling education and programs focused on prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support for all impacted by stroke."
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. SAMHSA is part of the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Consumer Health

Resources for Specific Diseases/Conditions

Locations

Richard J. Daley Library

Library of the Health Sciences-Chicago

Library of the Health Sciences-Peoria

Crawford Library of the Health Sciences-Rockford

Library of the Health Sciences-Urbana