Additional Resources

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
http://www.cdc.gov
The mission of the CDC is to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability. Call: (800) CDC-INFO

Maternal and Child Health Bureau
http://www.mchb.hrsa.gov
This U.S. government agency is charged with promoting and improving the health of mothers and children.

March of Dimes
http://www.marchofdimes.com
The March of Dimes seeks to prevent birth defects, infant mortality, low birthweight, and lack of prenatal care.

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
http://www.aap.org
The AAP is committed to the health and well-being of infants, adolescents, and young adults. The website offers news articles and tips on health for families.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
http://www.acog.org
This site offers information on numerous health issues. The women's health section includes readings on pregnancy, labor, delivery, postpartum care, breast health, menopause, contraception, and more.

Lab Tests Online
http://www.labtestsonline.org
This non-commercial site was developed by laboratory professionals to educate caregivers, patients, and patients' families about lab tests.