Address
159 Lakemont Park Blvd PO Box 1954
Altoona, PA 16602
Website
www.bcrds.org
Description
The mission of the Blair County Respiratory Disease Society is to eradicate and prevent all respiratory disease and to educate and support all persons affected through the following programs:
1. Cribs for Kids/SIDS Support/Dr. Dad - 2. Asthma Education 3. Flu - The Society works with local organizations to provide flu inoculations to high risk groups 4. TB Tuberculin testing via the Mantoux method is administered to food handlers, administration and daycare providers, and care providers at nursing homes according to city health regulations. 5. Tobacco Education – The Society offers tobacco education and prevention as components of all of its programs. 6. Emphysema, Bronchitis, and Black Lung Support and Education
Category
Children & Youth, Education – Other, Elderly, Substance Abuse, Women, Other