ultrasound diagnosis of fatal anomalies

SELECTED SYNDROMES AND ASSOCIATIONS
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Self-Help Organization
Title: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Description: Provides information and referrals
to individuals, families, and professionals
on cystic fibrosis. Supports over 100 centers
nationwide. Provides grants to researchers.
Newsletter, literature, conferences.
Scope: National
Number of groups: 80 affiliated groups
Founded: 1955
Address: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931
Arlington Rd., Bethesda, MD 20814, United
States
Telephone: 1–800-FIGHT-CF
Fax: 306–951–6378
E-mail: info@cff.org
Web: http://www.cff.org
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