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This annual directory gives health care planners and administrators a comprehensive listing of resources for planning, implementing and evaluating preventive care activities and programs. it contains names of over 1,000 federal, regional and local health agencies and departments, voluntary health agencies, private health agencies, associations, coalitions, foundations, educational institutions, health information and consulting firms, and publishers. Address, contact name or department, phone and fax numbers, internet access, general information, and their services and products are listed. Services and products include hotlines; information and referral lines; clearinghouses or resource centers; electronic information resources; database or statistical information; special campaigns, events, or programs; publications; educational or training materials; classes, seminars, workshops; technical assistance services; and grants or funding. Preventive care and health promotion needs of professionals in managed care organizations, health care facilities; group or individual practices, public health departments, employers, and schools are met with this all-encompassing directory.