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Osteonecrosis / Avascular Necrosis

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Osteonecrosis Self-Help Group Listserv

Online. 1200 members. Founded 1998. Designed as an open forum for those having experience with the chronic bone disorder osteonecrosis (aka avascular necrosis). All are welcome to join in and share successes and frustrations in getting diagnosed and treated. Exchange of coping skills dealing with this 'on again off again' chronic disease.
Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/osteonecrosis/
Verified: 9/23/2008

ON/AVN Support Group International Association, Inc.

Online. Support for persons who suffer from ostenecrosis (aka avascular necrosis). Goal is to inform and educate the world about osteonecrosis and offer emotional support to both those with ON/AVN and their families. Provides information and referrals. Also has special section for youth with ON/AVN. Open to those with other chronic bone, joint or muscular conditions and persons with joint replacements.
Write:
ON/AVN Support Group International Association
8500 Henry Ave.
Box 118
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Voice: 267-235-8750
Website: http://www.avnsupport.org
E-mail: avninfo@avnsupport.org
Verified: 9/29/2008

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