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What cause touches your heart? Need to be encouraged to take action? Check out Ten Reasons to Lobby for Your Cause.
Now - find others who share your concern. The American Holistic Health Association has compiled the list below to assist you in identifying advocacy organizations active in educating the general public about various health-related issues and/or working for needed legal and legislative actions to ensure individual rights and access.
AHHA does not make value judgments distinguishing these organizations or what they promote. You are responsible for investigating any information they offer.
WE CONTINUE TO ADD NEW GROUPS. CHECK BACK OFTEN.
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Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
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Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.
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International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
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8297 Champions Gate Blvd #193
Champions Gate, FL 33896
863-420-6373
info@iaomt.org
www.iaomt.org
Nonprofit
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Scientifically investigate the bio-compatibility of materials and
procedures used in dental therapy, including dental mercury, fluoridation,
periodontal therapy, endodontic therapy and biological support. Particular
emphasis on relationship between oral health and dental treatment and oral
and systemic health. Present two scientific sessions annually. Members
receive orientation through Clinical
Practice Committee.
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1325 G St NW Ste 500
Washington, DC 20005
202-463-4900
www.nfam.org
Nonprofit
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NFAM seeks out effective complementary and alternative medical treatments
not easily accessible in the U.S., evaluates the protocols and outcomes of
these treatments, and reports the findings to the general public free of
charge.
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1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
800-230-2762
office@anh-usa.org
www.anh-usa.org
Nonprofit
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ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.
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PO Box 688
Monrovia, CA 91017
626-357-2181
contact-us@thenhf.com
www.thenhf.com
Nonprofit
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Established in 1955, the NHF is an international consumer-education, health-freedom organization working to protect individual's rights to consume healthy food, take supplements and use alternative therapies without government restrictions. The Federation is unique as being the only consumer health-freedom organization in the World to have observer status at Codex Alimentarius meetings.
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1773 T St NW
Washington, DC 20009
800-966-6632
natural@NPAinfo.org
www.NPAinfo.org
Nonprofit
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NPA, founded in 1936, is the largest and oldest non-profit organization
dedicated to the natural products industry, representing more than
10,000 retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors of
natural products, including foods, supplements, and health/beauty aids.
One national trade show and annual Washington DC Lobby Day.
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5100 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20016
202-686-2210
pcrm@pcrm.org
www.pcrm.org
Nonprofit
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Educational activities promoting good nutrition and ethical research standards. The New Four Food Groups is their innovative proposal for a federal nutrition policy that puts a new priority on health. PCRM publishes "Good Medicine" quarterly magazine for members.
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PO Box 517
Berkeley, CA 94701
paul@mindfully.org
www.mindfully.org
Nonprofit
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Educational efforts focused on genetic engineering and the health effects of toxins, plastics and pesticides, particularly as endocrine disrupters. Extensive data in web site. Commentaries in newspapers. Chapter in medical textbook on endocrinology. Member of Berkeley Plastics Task Force.
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The Center for Food Safety
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660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
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Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.
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PO Box 9638
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-983-1856
global@thinktwice.com
www.thinktwice.com
For profit
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Educational efforts informing the public about vaccination/immunization safety issues, non-mandation and natural alternatives. TGVI offers free uncensored vaccine information including support services, referrals, unbiased studies, and data uncovering media bias and medical propaganda. State laws, sample waiver forms, and books are also available.
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Institute for Health Freedom
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1875 Eye St NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006
202-429-6610
feedback@forhealthfreedom.org
www.forhealthfreedom.org
Nonprofit
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A Washington-based "think-tank" providing a forum for exchanging ideas about health freedom - particularly health privacy and vaccination choice. IHF research and analyses are published in policy briefings and disseminated through newspaper editorials, television appearances, professional conferences, public meetings and their web site.
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660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
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Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.
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International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
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8297 Champions Gate Blvd #193
Champions Gate, FL 33896
863-420-6373
info@iaomt.org
www.iaomt.org
Nonprofit
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Scientifically investigate the bio-compatibility of materials and
procedures used in dental therapy, including dental mercury, fluoridation,
periodontal therapy, endodontic therapy and biological support. Particular
emphasis on relationship between oral health and dental treatment and oral
and systemic health. Present two scientific sessions annually. Members
receive orientation through Clinical
Practice Committee.
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PO Box 517
Berkeley, CA 94701
paul@mindfully.org
www.mindfully.org
Nonprofit
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Educational efforts focused on genetic engineering and the health effects of toxins, plastics and pesticides, particularly as endocrine disrupters. Extensive data in web site. Commentaries in newspapers. Chapter in medical textbook on endocrinology. Member of Berkeley Plastics Task Force.
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PO Box 547
Greenfield, MA 01301
413-774-7511
info@ota.com
www.ota.com
Nonprofit
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Advocate national standards for organic products to protect consumers and
the industry. Educates the media and consumers about organic agriculture
and products. Offers the All Things Organic™ Conference and Trade Show. See www.organicexpo.com. Extensive product and business listings at www.ota.com.
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777 Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
203-656-1522
contact@friendsofanimals.org
www.friendsofanimals.org
Nonprofit
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Educational and outreach activities for animal rights including veganism, anti-fur, anti-circus. FOA publishes Act'ionLine Magazine quarterly and posts advertisements in various publications and billboards in high traffic areas. Published the popular vegan cookbook Dining With Friends.
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PO Box 3577
San Rafael, CA 94912
415-485-1495
hfa@hfa.org
www.hfa.org/
Nonprofit
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Educational focus to fight factory farming and protect farm animals. HFA investigates slaughterhouse atrocities, provides animals refuge in cruelty cases, and encourages law enforcement to press charges. Newsletter.
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Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
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5100 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20016
202-686-2210
pcrm@pcrm.org
www.pcrm.org
Nonprofit
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Educational activities promoting good nutrition and ethical research standards. The New Four Food Groups is their innovative proposal for a federal nutrition policy that puts a new priority on health. PCRM publishes "Good Medicine" quarterly magazine for members.
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The Center for Food Safety
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660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
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Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
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Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
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Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.
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Institute for Health Freedom
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1875 Eye St NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006
202-429-6610
feedback@forhealthfreedom.org
www.forhealthfreedom.org
Nonprofit
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A Washington-based "think-tank" providing a forum for exchanging ideas about health freedom - particularly health privacy and vaccination choice. IHF research and analyses are published in policy briefings and disseminated through newspaper editorials, television appearances, professional conferences, public meetings and their web site.
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PO Box 688
Monrovia, CA 91017
626-357-2181
contact-us@thenhf.com
www.thenhf.com
Nonprofit
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Established in 1955, the NHF is an international nonprofit, consumer-education, health-freedom organization working to protect individuals' rights to consume healthy food, take supplements and use alternative therapies without government restrictions. The Federation is unique as being the only consumer health-freedom organization in the world to have official observer status at Codex Alimentarius meetings.
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The Alliance for Natural Health USA
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1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
800-230-2762
office@anh-usa.org
www.anh-usa.org
Nonprofit
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ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.
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PO Box 9638
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-983-1856
global@thinktwice.com
www.thinktwice.com
For profit
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Educational efforts informing the public about vaccination/immunization safety issues, non-mandation and natural alternatives. TGVI offers free uncensored vaccine information including support services, referrals, unbiased studies, and data uncovering media bias and medical propaganda. State laws, sample waiver forms, and books are also available.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
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Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
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Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.
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The Alliance for Natural Health USA
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1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
800-230-2762
office@anh-usa.org
www.anh-usa.org
Nonprofit
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ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.
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