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Vital information for your whole family is one free phone call away.
Need information about a particular health topic? Here are some of the most commonly used helpline numbers from reputable organizations. Most of the organizations on this list will send you free printed materials, including newsletter and information tailored to your specific health concerns.- Vicki Gerson
Alzheimer’s Association
1-800-272-3900
24/7
Counselors provide individualized information and help people make a plan for diagnosing this medical condition. With your permission, a local office will give you a follow-up call.
American Association of Poison Control Centers
1-800-272-12222
24/7
This is the number for all poison emergencies anywhere in the United States. It will automatically link you to your local poison center by your area code.
American Cancer Society
1-800-ACS-2345
24/7
Call center personnel will answer your questions regarding any type of cancer you want to know about. This call center is also a resource center if you need transportation to chemotherapy and radiation appointments or help in finding wigs and other accessories.
American Diabetes Association
1-800-Diabetes (342-2383)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. (Eastern)
General information is provided on research and treatments for Type 1 and Type II diabetes. Customized information packets are available, which provide more detailed information.
American Heart Association
1-800-242-8721
24/7
Provides the location of CPR training sites as well as information on all topics related to the heart. Depending upon your questions, the association can send you one or more of its 100 brochures.
American Lung Association
1-800-548-8252
7 a.m.-9 p.m.
Specialists provide phone counseling and answer callers’ questions about breathing problems with an emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
Medicare Part-D
1-800-633-4227
24/7
If you’re confused about Medicare Part-D (and most people new to the plan are), try this number. You’ll hear detailed recorded information on enrollment, coverage gap, switching plans, and financial assistance.
Pesticide Information Center
1-800-858-7378
6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Pacific)
Seven days a week
This center has pesticide information concerning the active ingredients in each pesticide and provides risk information and treatment advice.
U. S. Safety Products Hotline
1-800-638-2772
24/7
Keep up with the products being recalled. This service names the items and the manufacturers and provides their toll-free phone numbers and Web sites. Callers can also report an unsafe products or order safety publications.
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