Abstract: . . .  Dermatology P.O. Box 4014 Schaumburg, IL 60168 (847) 330-0230 or (888) 462-DERM (3376) (free of charge) Fax: (847) 330-0050 www.aad.org This national professional association can provide referrals to dermatologists. It has published a pamphlet on atopic eczema/ dermatitis , which is available on the organizations Web site or can be obtained by calling or writing to the academy. Single copies are free. American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology 611 East Wells Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 272-6071 or (800) 822-2762 (free of charge) E-mail: info@aaaai.org www.aaaai.org This national professional association representing allergists and clinical immunologists publishes pamphlets about allergies and atopic dermatitis . The academy can also provide physician referrals for evaluation of allergies. Page 36 34 National Eczema Association for Science and Education 4460 Redwood Highway, Suite 16-D San Rafael, CA 94903-1953 (415) 499-3474 or (800) 818-7546 (free of charge) Fax: (415) 472-5345 info@nationaleczema.org www.nationaleczema.org This is a national patient-oriented association devoted to eczema. It publishes a quarterly newsletter, provides patient brochures and provider educational materials, offers resource services to patients, and provides referrals to atopic dermatitis /eczema research centers. Inflammatory Skin Disease Institute P.O. Box 1074 Newport News, VA 23601 (757) 223-0795 or (800) 484-6800, Ext. 6321 (free of charge) Fax: (757) 595-1842 This national organization provides educational information and support and engages in advocacy. It is dedicated to improving the lives of people with inflammatory skin disease. Page 37 35 Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) 10400 Eaton Place Fairfax, VA 22030 (703) 691-3179 or (800) 929-4040 (free of charge) Fax: (703) 691-2713 faan@foodallergy.org www.foodallergy.org The organization provides education, emotional support, and coping strategies to individuals with food allergies. It publishes a bimonthly newsletter and has books, videos, and other educational materials pertaining to food allergy diets and to food-related issues in schools, daycare centers, and camps. FAAN also makes physician referrals. Page 38 36 The NIAMS gratefully acknowledges the assistance of the following people in the preparation and review of this publication: Joanne Cono, M.D., Sc.M., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia; Kevin Cooper, M.D., Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, Ohio; Jon Hanifin, M.D., . . .
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