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Alaska Native Tumor Registry
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Resource Development
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CDC, IHS
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NCI
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In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Indian Health Service (IHS), and National Cancer Institute (NCI), and with technical assistance from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER), the Alaska Native Tumor Registry collects information on cancer cases among Alaskan Native populations residing in Alaska.
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Alzheimer''s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI)
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Research Initiative
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FDA
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NIA, NIBIB
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The Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) unites researchers with study data as they work to define the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. ADNI researchers collect, validate and utilize data such as MRI and PET images, genetics, cognitive tests, CSF, and blood biomarkers as predictors of the disease. Data from the North American ADNI’s study participants, including Alzheimer’s disease patients, mild cognitive impairment subjects and elderly controls, are available on a website run by National Library of Medicine (NLM).
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America''s Children Forum on Health and Family Statistics
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Resource Development
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SAMHSA
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NIDA
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As a member of this collaboration, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) contributes data from the, “Monitoring the Future Survey on Illicit Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco Trends”.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Committee on Drugs
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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FDA
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NICHD
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The AAP Committee on Drugs reviews all aspects of pediatric pharmacology, including drug indications, contraindications, absorption rates, routes of administration, dosing, use precautions, and mode of action as they apply to children. The Committee also advises the Board of Directors in matters related to drug labeling, safety, and efficacy for both prescription and over-the-counter drugs; monitors federal legislation related to the drug approval process; and promotes the need for expanded pediatric drug trials.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Committee on Nutrition
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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CDC, FDA
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NICHD
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The Committee on Nutrition (CON) studies the nutritional needs of infants, children, and adolescents and develops guidelines for the pediatrician based on sound, objective, clinical science as well as practical experience in fostering optimal health status. CON also maintains active liaisons with the Food and Drug Administration, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Canadian Paediatric Society, pursues advocacy opportunities which promote healthy dietary habits; and provides technical assistance as needed relative to the federal regulatory process.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Committee on Pediatric AIDS
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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CDC
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NICHD
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The Committee on Pediatric AIDS (COPA) provides guidelines and recommendations for the care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents with HIV and their families through the development of AAP Policy Statements.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Genetics
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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CDC, HRSA
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NICHD
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The AAP Council on Genetics (COG) studies and makes recommendations to the AAP Board of Directors on recent advances in genetics and provides support to chapters on state legislative issues as they relate to genetics.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Council on Injury, Violence and Poison Prevention (COIVPP)
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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ACF, HRSA, IHS
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NICHD
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The AAP Council on Injury, Violence, and Poison Prevention was formed on July 1, 2011, with the merging of the former Section and Committee on Injury, Violence, and Poison Prevention. This new leadership body addresses all facets of injury prevention policy, programs, advocacy, and education of general pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, and families as a unified group.
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Obesity
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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CDC, FDA
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NICHD
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The Section on Obesity''s mission is to improve the health and well-being of children and families by reducing the prevalence of childhood obesity and promoting healthy active living.
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American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Patient Education Review Panel
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Committee, Work group, Advisory group, or Task Force
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FDA
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NICHD
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The Patient Education Review Panel (PERP) reviews the College Patient Education materials for currency, accuracy, and consistency with College guidelines.
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