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Center for Disease Control and Prevention Helpline

Provides information on emergency preparedness and response including bioterrorism, chemical and radiation emergencies, mass casualties, natural disasters, severe weather, recent outbreaks and incidence.
Voice: 1-800-232-4636
TDD: 1-888-232-6348
Website: http://www.cdc.gov
Verified: 4/4/2012

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Safe Drinking Water

Provides information on safe drinking water and policy regulations on a variety of environmental concerns.
Voice: 1-800-426-4791
Website: http://www.epa.gov/safewater
Verified: 4/4/2012

National Lead Information Center

Provides information on lead-based paint for the home and safe work practices for renovating. Distributes EPA literature.
Voice: 1-800-424-5323
Website: http://www.epa.gov/lead
Verified: 4/4/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

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