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Helpful Links

We Provide Links To Resources on a Variety of Health Topics

Below you can find links to websites that we find helpful.


While we believe these sites provide useful, respected information, we do not own, control or take responsibility for their content.


We are providing these links for your convenience and information only. Always consult with your physician regarding information for medical conditions and treatments.

Helpful Links
  • CDC - Vaccines Information sheets from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that explain the benefits and risks of vaccines to recipients, their parents, or their legal representatives.
  • American Academy of Pediatrics Specific information about immunizations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - CHOP Reliable, accurate information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
  • Institute for Vaccine Safety Independent assessments of vaccines and vaccine safety, plus educational information provided by the Institute for Vaccine Safety of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
  • Stayteen Information for and by teens delivered in teen-friendly messages from the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.
  • Teen Health FX TeenHealthFX.com is a reliable online resource for teens who have questions about their health, their bodies, relationships, and sexuality. It is informative, and encourages teens to also discuss these issues with their doctor and parents.
  • The Association for Children of NJ The Association for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ) is the state's foremost child research and advocacy organization. For 30 years ACNJ has advocated for policies and programs that improve the lives of children and families in New Jersey. Over the years, ACNJ's issues have expanded from child welfare and juvenile justice to include early care and education, health and support for low-income families.
  • Education Law Center Site of the Education Law Center serving New Jersey, which can help you understand and negotiate public education systems for your child.
  • NJ Office of the Child Advocate The website of the New Jersey Office of the Child Advocate provides policy and other information related to child protection, health, juvenile justice, mental health, and children's legal rights.
  • American Academy of Allergy and Immunology Site of the American Academy of Allergy and Immunology; find lots of information about asthma and allergy here.
  • Allergy and Asthma Network The Allergy & Asthma Network (Mothers of Asthmatics) helps parents and children cope with allergies and asthma.
  • Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network Dedicated site for kids, teens, and adults with valuable information from The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network.
  • CHADD Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder site offers support and resources for children and adults.
  • National Institute of Mental Health Facts about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder from the National Institute of Mental Health.
  • National Institute of Mental Health Facts about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder from the National Institute of Mental Health.
  • La Leche League International International breastfeeding organization provides support for feeding your newborn and infant, as well as many other resources for breastfeeding. Text is available in many languages.
  • Autism New Jersey This site from Autism New Jersey, a nonprofit agency, provides information about advocacy, services, family and professional education, and consultation.
  • US Department of Health and Human Services The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services site for children covers various topics for parents and children and offers many links to other sites.
  • Choose My Plate Interactive tools from the U.S. Department of Agriculture help teach parents and children about nutrition and healthy food choices.
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