Provides programs/services for families/caregivers, funds research, and educates the general public, health professionals and governments about Alzheimer's disease.

Fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health. Includes events, educational programs, air quality reports and camp information.

Works to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Includes news, events, programs and services, volunteer opportunities, advocacy program and physician referral list.

Works to help sufferers manage and control the disease through the support of education, referrals and research. Includes pollen counts, FAQ and news.

Works to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease. Features news, volunteer opportunities and events.

Cooperative initiative with organizations and institutions with an interest in asthma. Features contact information.

Non-profit organization of parents, professionals, and friends of persons with autism, designed to promote the general welfare of persons with autism. Includes programs, activities and contact information.

Offers specific, concrete, ongoing support to those caring for school-aged children with asthma and allergies. Includes guidelines, programs, teaching toolkit, news and a newsletter.

Seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals with seizure disorders through hands-on, individualized services. Serves the Maryland, Washington D.C, and Northern Virginia communities.

Article discusses asthma in the River Terrace Community.

Information about the organization's patient and public education programs, special events and Kidney Cars Donation Program, along with general kidney disease and organ donation information.

Works to end the effects of multiple sclerosis. Features programs, services, news, events and volunteer information.

Local chapter of national organization dedicated to Parkinson's disease research, education and patient services. Includes information on the disease, description of patient services, quarterly newsletter [PDF] and a listing of local support groups.

Works to advance the independence, productivity and quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families. Includes services, events and employment opportunities.