Medical Health Resources
Below are health-related links for families. | |
Health (general) |
Provides information on attaining optimal physical, mental and social health |
Diabetes |
Provides information on diabetes and children |
Mental Health |
Provides information regarding mental health issues of children and teens |
Cystic Fibrosis |
Research and education to support children with cystic fibrosis. |
Allergies |
Provides information about food allergies Provides information regarding students with asthma who need to carry their own medication |
Immunizations |
Provides information as to which immunizations children need for school admittance |
Eating Disorders National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders |
Provides information regarding eating disorders |
Mesothelioma |
Provides answers, information, and resources to anyone affected, their families, or looking for preventable measures. |
Down Syndrome |
Assists parents in finding solutions to the needs of children with Down Syndrome. |
Special Needs |
Offers a variety of services and educational programs to help parents raise children with special needs, including those with birth defects. |
Drug Abuse and Prevention |
Provides information about inhalant use. |
Poison |
Access to the Illinois Poison Control Center |
Cerebral Palsy |
Provides assistance to people with cerebral palsy and their families. Local chapters offer medical, therapeutic and social services. |
Vision and Hearing |
The Illinois Department of Health website provides information as to which grade levels need to be screened each year |