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The Children's Hospital at Providence

 

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Spinal Bifida:

MedlinePlus Spina Bifida
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Extensive resource on all aspects of spina bifida with links to overviews, treatement, prevention/screening, clinincal trials, journal articles, directories, and organizations.

Children and Adults With Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus.
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A resource page for parents of children with Spina Bifida.  Has links to SB organizations and articles, among other features.

Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
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Covers aspects of both SB and Hydrocephalus, including information for parents and prevention of these disorders.

Spina Bifida Association of America
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SBAA provides services such as a toll-free 800 Information and Referral Service, a bi-monthly newsletter, and many useful links.

Hydrocephalus:

Hydrocephalus Center
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Offers general information, suggested reading, links, and more.

Hydrocephalus Foundation, Inc.
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Established to help assist patients and their families during the transition from their diagnosis to a resumption of their normal lifestyles. Has facts and statistics about Hydrocephalus.

Hydrocephalus Fact Sheet
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The Hydrocephalus Association aims to provide support, education, and advocacy for individuals, families, and professionals.  The HA offers a free informational brochure on Hydrocephalus.

The information furnished by the Childrens Virtual Hospital at Providence is of a general nature and is designed for educational purposes only. As each situation is unique, do not rely on this information for diagnosis and treatment. The Childrens Hospital at Providence recommends that you visit a qualified Health Care Professional for individual and personal attention.



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