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Websites
If you're interested in learning more about latex allergy, or want to keep up with research and legislative developments, these websites are highly recommended.
www.latexallergyresources.org - American Latex Allergy Association (A.L.E.R.T., Inc.)
www.latexallergylinks.tripod.com - Latex Allergy Links
www.aaaai.org - American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
www.acaai.org - American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
www.sbaa.org - Spina Bifida Association
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/latexallergy.html - Medline Plus Health Information -
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