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Cancer Information Service | National Cancer Institute

Operates a helpline that provides one-on-one information about cancer prevention, screening, treatment, supportive care, genetics and clinical trials in easy-to-understand language by trained information specialists. Information also available via live online chat.

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Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services
Physician Referrals
Specialized Information and Referral

National Cancer Information Center (NCIC) | American Cancer Society

Provides information and support to those facing cancer 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Trained cancer information specialists are available via phone, or live chat providing accurate, up to date cancer information to patients, family members and caregivers and connecting them with valuable services and resources in their communities.

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Disease/Disability Information
Specialized Information and Referral
Medical Information Services

Communicable Disease | NJ Department of Health

Works with the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and local health departments in New Jersey to monitor and investigate reports, investigate outbreaks, provide consultation and education. Advises prevention strategies for reportable and other communicable diseases.

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Mpox
Disease Specific Communicable Disease Control
Ebola Control
Zika Virus Control
Medical Information Services
Tuberculosis Control
Disease/Disability Information
Influenza Control
West Nile Virus Control

Health Information | Meland Foundation

Provides callers with background information on a variety of health topics. Callers can also request to have health information mailed to their home. The service does not provide diagnosis.

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Medical Information Services
Disease/Disability Information

Information, Advisories, and Complaints | US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Provides up-to-date information on food, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, vaccines, and addresses consumer complaints like adverse reactions, safety concerns, labeling issues, and other regulatory product problems.

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General Consumer Complaints
Medical Information Services
Government Consumer Protection Agencies
Prescription Drug Information Clearinghouses

Resource Center | American Sexual Health Association (ASHA)

Focuses on increasing education, public awareness, and support to anyone concerned about STDs (Sexually transmitted diseases). Also helps consumers locate the nearest site to get tested for STDs.

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Medical Information Services
Sexually Transmitted Infections

AIDS / STD Hotline | NJ Poison Information and Education System (NJPIES)

Provides 24-hour information and referral for individuals seeking guidance with regard to AIDS, HIV, and STD's. Explains test procedures & illness, testing sites, assistance finding social support organizations, and pastoral services.

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Medical Information Services
AIDS/HIV

CDC-INFO | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Delivers health and disease-related information to the public, healthcare providers, and public health professionals. Live agents offer up-to-date, reliable, and science-based information on over 750 health topics, covering health promotion, infectious diseases, recommended practices for international travel, disease prevention, injury and disability prevention, and readiness for emerging health threats. Additionally, printed materials can be ordered by phone or downloaded from the website.

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Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services
Specialized Information and Referral

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Hotline | NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)

Operates a 24/7 hotline providing case management, residential services, and a range of support services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Additionally, offers rental subsidies to eligible individuals enrolled in DDD programs to help reduce housing costs and improve affordability.

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Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Case/Care Management
Medical Information Services

Gay Men's Health Crisis Hotline | GMHC

Offers a free newsletter, a hotline number for AIDS information, and referrals to outside services and funding resources. The hotline provides various other services for people with AIDS, in addition to a financial hotline for HIV related problems and a number for HIV related legal inquiries. Information is also for men and women regarding sexual orientation issues.

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Medical Information Services
Disease/Disability Information
Specialized Information and Referral

Frontotemporal Degeneration Information and Resources | Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

Provides information and resources to caregivers, healthcare professionals, and the public. The website offers details on FTD types, symptoms, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatments as well as state-specific support groups. A helpline offers information, support, and advocacy, while phone support groups address challenges in behavior, language, grief, and young children for both FTD patients and caregivers.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services

HIV / AIDS Hotline | South Jersey AIDS Alliance

Operates a hotline for anyone affected by HIV/AIDS. Professional staff and trained volunteers provide callers with comfort, information, and referrals for medical and social needs.

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Medical Information Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Health/Disability Related Counseling

Educational Resources | American Liver Foundation

Provide education, advocacy, support services, and research to prevent, treat, and cure liver disease while assisting individuals affected by liver conditions through the American Liver Foundation.

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Medical Information Services
Disease/Disability Information
Liver Disease

ADA Information Line | Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Provides a confidential phone line that informs the public about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Offers information and support for those living with disabilities attempting to recieve accomodation.

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Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services
Specialized Information and Referral

Information Helpline | Crohn's and Colitis Foundation

Offers a toll-free helpline as well as a live chat and an e-mail for individuals needing further information specific to irritable bowel diseases (IBD). Such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

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Medical Information Services
Health/Disability Related Counseling

Helpline | Alzheimer's Association

Provides Alzheimer's-related information and support to all who need assistance, including people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals, and the public. Staff can help callers understand and clarify on questions they may have regarding Alzheimer's.

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Medical Information Services
Caregiver Consultation and Support
Disease/Disability Information

Resource Center | National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

Provides information, support, and referrals for patients diagnosed with ovarian cancer and their families.

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Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services

NJ Ovarian Cancer Coalition Chapter | National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

Provides information, support, and referrals for patients diagnosed with ovarian cancer and their families. NOCC's staff and volunteers work hard to raise awareness, promote education, and fund research. Areas of focus earlier awareness, quality of life, community events, research.

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Disease/Disability Information
Medical Information Services

Intensive Family Support Services | Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services

Provides assistance to families caring for relatives with a long history of serious mental illness.Services include: Weekly support groups, Family consultations, Psychiatric Consultations, Respite care, Educational workshops, Advocacy, Referral service, 24 Hour Access Line, Transportation

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Medical Information Services
Disability Related Transportation
Parent Support Groups
Adult Out of Home Respite Care
Mental Health Related Support Groups
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups

Spina Bifida Resource Network | Spina Bifida Resource Network

Offers community education programs on Spina Bifida, information and referrals, family support, financial assistance, nursing, and social service coordination (partly through tele -groups and tele-classes for support and education). Also offers advocacy and research to promote the prevention of Spina Bifida.

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Specialized Information and Referral
Disease/Disability Information
Medical Care Expense Assistance
Medical Information Services

Disease and Outbreak Information | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Provides up-to-date news and information on most disease outbreaks. This includes other public health concerns, such as COVID-19 (aka Corona Virus).

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Medical Information Services
West Nile Virus Control
Zika Virus Control
Ebola Control
Meningitis Control
Influenza Control

National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey | National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey

An organization that believes in the full capacity of blind people, and has the power, influence, diversity and determination to help transform our dreams into reality. Help newly blind people adjust to vision loss, and promote the full participation and integration of blind people in our communities. We bring our collective experiences together to effect change at the state and national level.

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General Health Education Programs
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Medical Information Services
Health/Disability Related Support Groups