Health Problems

Asthma

• For information and educational programs about childhood asthma and allergies:
• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Texas Chapter AFAA Texas.
• American Lung Association
• Environmental Protection Agency

Food Allergies

• The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network
• For more information on Food Allergies in children:
  • Food Allergy Initiative

Diabetes

• To help decrease the risk factors for Childhood Type 2 Diabetes, it is essential to maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, eat a well balanced diet and see your health care provider annually. For information about diabetes go to the American Diabetes Association at Diabetes – Org.

Communicable Diseases

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Texas Department of State Health Services