Advanced Alternatives in Integrative Medicine: Gordon Medical Associates
Please scroll below for topics listed alphabetically, with links to other sites, books and resources to help individuals learn more about their particular condition and what may be available to eliminate symptoms and re-establish balance.
www.anapsid.org/cnd/drugs/anesthesia.html
Multiple articles
http://www.womentowomen.com
Collection of research
http://www.hormonebalance.org
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password: data
Compounding Pharmacy Resources
www.womensinternational.com
www.collegepharmacy.com
www.centraldrugs.com
California CFS & FM Support Group
Melissa Kaplan’s Chronic Neuroimmune Disease
This video has a good, balanced perspective on what the next steps should be in looking at XMRV in chronic illness.
www.cfsknowledgecenter.ning.com/video/klimas-on-xmrv
The Carousel Network
Sonoma County Information & Support for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease & Co-Infections
www.cndsinfo.net
CFIDS and Fibromyalgia Self Help
Coping Strategies
www.cfidsselfhelp.org/library/topic/Coping2BStrategies
Whittemore Peterson Institute
www.wpinstitute.org/index.html
XMRV pages
www.wpinstitute.org/xmrv/index.html
Whittemore Peterson Institute Facebook Page
Updates on research activities
www.facebook.com/pages/Whittemore-Peterson-Institute/154801179671?_fb_noscript=1
Phoenix Rising
Making A Difference in ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)/ Fibromyalgia
www.aboutmecfs.org/Web/PhoenPhil.aspx
CFIDS Association of America
www.cfids.org
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Society of America
www.cfids-cab.org/MESA/index.html
ME-CFS Community
www.cfsknowledgecenter.ning.com/
Judy Mikovits Video, speaking on XMRV
www.cfsknowledgecenter.ning.com/video/judy-mikovitz-on-xmrv
Biotoxin.info
Ritchie Shoemaker’s Neurotoxin work
www.biotoxin.info/
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Myofascial Pain
http://homepages.sover.net/~devstar/
Paul Cheney- video
CFS and Diastolic Cardiomyopathy
www.cfids-cab.org/MESA/CFS_Dist.htm
CFSFMExperimental - Experimental Treatment of CFS/FM/etc
A discussion for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS, CFIDS) and Fibromyalgia (FM) patients who are undergoing experimental medical
treatments or who are interested in learning about them.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/CFSFMExperimental/
http://www.lymeinfo.net/
This site provides details about Lyme disease symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Advocacy info and peer-reviewed medical
literature are also available. You will find articles as well as an extensive directory of information about Lyme disease and other
tick-borne infections.
CA Lyme Disease Association
Publishers of the Lyme Times, TBI political advocates. Highly recommended to join.
www.lymedisease.org
CA Lyme Disease Association Intranet
Excellent referrence for medical and legal information relating to Lyme treatment. Enter as a guest.
www.calda.intranets.com
California Lyme Yahoo Group
An email group for all of California, sponsored by CALDA
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/CaliforniaLyme
LymeNet
Online Support Group
www.lymenet.org/
Lyme Disease Association
www.lymediseaseassociation.org/
Lyme Aid For Kids
www.lymediseaseassociation.org/LymeAidPkg.pdf
International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS)
www.ilads.org
Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation
www.canlyme.com/
Under Our Skin
Lyme Documentary
www.underourskin.com/
Melissa Kaplan’s Lyme Pages
www.anapsid.org/lyme/index.html
Columbia university Medical Center
Lyme and Tick Borne Diseases Research Center
www.columbia-lyme.org/index.html
Dr. Robert Bransfeld - Mental Health and Illness
www.mentalhealthandillness.com/index.html
Lyme Project
Lyme Disease Practice and Research
www.lymeproject.com/
The Human Side Of Lyme
www.thehumansideoflyme.net/
Other sites
www.lymedisease.org
www.igenex.com
www.mdlab.com
www.chronicneurotoxins.com
www.biotoxins.com
Jacob Teitelbaum’s site
http://www.endfatigue.com
William Rea’s Environmental Health Center
www.ehcd.com/center/professionalbios.html
Health and Environment Resource Center
If you suffer from chronic headaches, migraines, asthma, allergies, chronic sinus stuffiness, joint pain, chronic fatigue, or any of
a number of other vague symptoms and your doctor can not find a medical cause, your environment may be the culpret.
www.herc.org
American Environmental Health Foundation
www.aehf.com
The Chemical Injury Information Network
www.ciin.org
MCS Referral and Resources
http://www.mcsrr.org
AFM Safecoat Products
Today AFM safecoat is the leading provider of environmentally responsible, sustainable and non-polluting paints, stains, wood finishes,
sealers and related green building products.
www.afmsafecoat.com
Bioshield Paints
Healthy Living Paints
www.bioshieldpaint.com
Smoke-free Apartment House Registry
www.smokefreeapartments.org
Rocky Mountain Environmental Health Association
http://bcn.boulder.co.us/health/rmeha/rmehrsrc.htm
Chemical Injury.net
Science-Based Knowledge about Chemical Injury and Chemical Sensitivity for the Lay Person, Patient, and Medical Professional
www.chemicalinjury.net/index.htm
Tikvah
Local (Petaluma) source for MCS supplies, soaps, masks, bedding.
www.tikvah.com
Hendriksen Naturlich Flooring (Sebastopol)
Our products include: Sustainable hardwoods, Bamboo, Cork, Wool Carpets from around the world, Area Rugs - Machine made and hand
knotted, Natural Linoleum, Sisal, Seagrass, Coir, and Paper Flooring.
www.naturalfloors.net
Natural Home Design Center (Sebastopol)
Since 1989 our mission has been to bring harmony into your home with natural, low-toxic choices. We have helped thousands to create a
living environment by providing safe, beautiful, and durable products for home and office. By purchasing natural materials the health
of the Earth and you and your family will be protected.
www.naturalhomeproducts.com
Nirvana Safe Haven
Supplier of air and water filters, natural and organic mattresses, bedding, dehumidifiers, ceramic radiant heaters, MCS safe carpets,
and non-toxic paints.
www.nontoxic.com/about.html
Allergy Buyers Club
Air filters, water filters, bedding, vacuums,steam cleaners, dehumidifiers,more.
www.allergybuyersclubshopping.com
Allergy Be Gone
Air cleaners, mold control, dehumidifiers, air conditioners, respiratory care, masks.
www.allergybegone.com
The Allergy Buyers Store
Our selection of allergy control products include products for dust mite allergy control, HEPA vacuum cleaners, dust mite proof allergy
bedding, household dusting aids, chemical free cleaning products, HEPA air cleaners and many more items to help relieve your asthma and
allergy symptoms. We also carry products for mold and mildew control, pet allergies, bed bugs,odor removal, water purification, and
specially designed stuffed toys for children who suffer from allergies.
www.allergybegone.com
Mold Help
www.mold-help.org
Mold Warriors
www.moldwarriors.com
Fungal Research Group
www.fungalresearchgroup.com
Mold Free
www.mold-free.org
Mycometrics - ERMI Mold Testing
www.mycometrics.com
www.cpnhelp.org
www.ovamed.org
www.rheumatic.org
Wilson’s Thyroid Temperature Syndrome
www.wilsonssyndrome.com
Mary Shoman’s Thyroid Site
www.thyroid.about.com/
Patient Assistance Programs
Benefits Check-Up
BenefitsCheckUp helps thousands of people every day to connect to government programs that can help them pay for prescription drugs,
health care, utilities, and other needs.
www.benefitscheckup.org
Free Medicine Program
Perhaps like you, the majority of our applicants have too much income to quality for government prescription assistance programs, but
not enough to purchase private prescription drug insurance coverage, or are living on retirement income, disability or other
assistance.
www.freemedicineprogram.com
Needy Meds
Information you need to get your medicine.
www.needymeds.com
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance brings together America’s pharmaceutical companies, doctors, other health care providers, patient advocacy organizations and community groups to help qualifying patients who lack prescription coverage get the medicines they need through the public or private program that's right for them. Many will get them free or nearly free. Its mission is to increase awareness of patient assistance programs and boost enrollment of those who are eligible.
www.pparx.org/Intro.php
Rx Hope
Apply for patient assistance on-line
http://www.rxhope.com
The Medicine Program
Through the special discount available only to large groups and corporations, we are able to offer you a unique FREE Discount
Prescription Drug Program . There are no burdensome criteria to qualify for this program - everyone is eligible. This prescription
plan is absolutely free of charge and is available to anyone that is looking to lower the cost of their prescription bills right
now.
www.themedicineprogram.com
Consumer Reports Best Buys on Drugs
www.crbestbuydrugs.org/
California Health Advocates
www.cahealthadvocates.org
Health Insurance Info
A Consumer’s Guide to Getting and Keeping Health Insurance in California
http://healthinsuranceinfo.net/getinsured/california/
Medi-Cal
California Medicaid Online
www.medi-cal.ca.gov/
Medicare
The official U.S. Government website for people with Medicare
www.medicare.gov
Rx For Affordability: Helping Patients Cope With Medication Costs
www.chcf.org/documents/chronicdisease/RxForAffordabilityHelpingPatientsCope.pdf
The California Patient’s Guide
This guide is intended to inform you of your rights to receive quality health care and what steps you can take if you encounter problems.
www.calpatientguide.org
The Medicare Drug Benefit: Implications for Chronic Disease Care
www.chcf.org/documents/insurance/MedicareDrugBenefitChronicDiseaseCare.pdf
Disability Services and Legal Center
www.cri-dove.org
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
www.cms.hhs.gov
Ceres Community Project: Nourishing Life One Meal at a Time
If you or your family are currently dealing with a health challenge and need meals, please contact us. We will work with you to find
the best solution for your unique situation, including matching you up with a for-pay private chef who has training in special dietary
needs, or providing you with meals through our volunteer network or Youth Project.
www.kitchencosmology.com/
Disability Benefits 101
Disability Benefits 101 (DB101) helps workers, job seekers, and service providers understand the connections between work and benefits.
www.disabilitybenefits101.org/about.htm
Job Accomodation Network
Welcome to JAN, a free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities by: 1) providing individualized worksite accommodations solutions, 2) providing technical assistance regarding the ADA and other disability related legislation, and 3) educating callers about self-employment options.
www.jan.wvu.edu
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) is committed to providing the highest quality
representation and advocacy on behalf of persons who are seeking Social Security and Supplemental Security Income.
www.jan.wvu.edu
SEVERE.net
Social Security Disability Benefits Law Information and Resources
www.jan.wvu.edu
Social Security Disability Secrets
TIPS SECRETS ADVICE TO WIN SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY (SSDI, SSD) & SSI BENEFITS
www.disabilitysecrets.com
Social Security Online
The official website of the Social Security Administration
www.socialsecurity.gov
Santa Rosa Junior College Adapted Physical Education
The Adapted Physical Education (APE) Program provides a full range of exercise classes for students with physical limitations. Personalized exercise programs are carried out with the help of trained instructional aides and student assistants.
http://www.santarosa.edu/orientation/resources_academic.html
Bodyworks Yoga Petaluma
Gentle Yoga
www.bodyworksyoga.com/classschedules/index.htm
Jane Golden’s Tai Chi School
Self-healing, concentration, balance, stamina, proper body alignment and energy flow, massage of the internal organs, and opening of
the joints to prevent arthritis
http://www.goldenjane.com/pages/CLASSES.html
Judith Lasater
The founder of Restorative Yoga, excellent teacher.
www.judithlasater.com
The Yoga Center of Sonoma County
Look for Gentle or Easy classes
www.yogacenterofsonomacounty.com
Yoga Center of Marin
Look for classes with Judith Lasater, Yoga for Seniors, Gentle Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, Easy Does It Yoga
www.yogacenterofmarin.com/index.htm
Yoga Center of Santa Rosa
Gentle and Restorative classes highly recommended. Pam is a warm and experienced instructor who can work with any limitations you might have.
www.yogacenterofsantarosa.com
Yoga Studio of Mill Valley
Look for Therapeutic Yoga with Kazako Onodera, Restorative, Stress Reduction, Pranayama, Lymphatic Yoga
www.yogastudiomillvalley.com
Yoga Journal Online
Online info on how to start and maintain a yoga practice
www.yogajournal.com
The Northern California Center For Well Being
The Center offers educational programs designed to help people with chronic illness manage symptoms, enhance well-being, and prevent further disability. Education and movement programs provided for people with diabetes, coronary heart disease and congestive heart failure, high cholesterol, asthma, arthritis, and other diagnoses.
www.norcalwellbeing.org/about.html
Frequency Specific Microcurrent
www.frequencyspecific.com/about.htm
Vitamin D Council
www.vitamindcouncil.org
Public Health Alert
www.publichealthalert.org
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