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implementing the Program and on educational
programs for families, professionals, and the public,
as well as reviewing informational materials dis-
tributed by the Department.
The Council consists often members appointed
by the Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene
(Code Health—General Article, sees. 13-601
through 13-605).

OFFICE OF CHRONIC DISEASE
PREVENTION
John Southard, M.D., Director

201 W Preston St.
Baltimore, MD 21201 225-6778

Formed in 1989, the Office of Chronic Disease
Prevention reduces the risk factors for chronic dis-
eases and injuries and the complications of diabetes;
assures tests for early detection and, if appropriate,
diagnosis and treatment of disease; and provides
information to the public on rehabilitarive services,
treatment options for breast cancer, and plastic
surgery (breast). The Office is organized into four
divisions: Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation In-
formation, Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease,
Cancer Control, and Diabetes Care.

CLEARINGHOUSE FOR REHABILITATION &
TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION

voice: 1-800-638-8864
TDD: 1-800-853-2892

The Clearinghouse for Rehabilitation and Tech-
nology Information was established within the
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in 1990
by the Technology Assistance Program of the Office
for Individuals with Disabilities. The Clearinghouse
helps individuals find sources for devices to assist
disabled people. Such devices include but are not
limited to splints, telecommunication devices,
bathroom safety equipment, computer adaptation,
and environmental modifications.

REHABILITATION INFORMATION SERVICE

Janie B. Scott, L.O.T.R., Rehabilitation
Coordinator

201 W Preston St.
Baltimore, MD 21201 225-5745
toll free: 1-800-638-8864

Created in 1984, the Rehabilitation Information
Service provides information on rehabilitation ser-
vices to persons who have suffered amputation,
stroke, spinal cord injury, or head trauma (Chapter
416, Acts of 1984). The Service also responds to
the needs of other disabled individuals. Inquiries are
accepted from anywhere in Maryland (Code
Health—General Article, sec. 20-108).

OFFICE OF HEREDITARY DISORDERS
Susan R. Panny, M.D., Director
225-6730

The first programs of the Office of Hereditary
Disorders were initiated in 1964. The Division of
Hereditary Disorders, formed in 1973, was reor-
ganized as the Office of Hereditary Disorders in 1990.
The Office works to reduce the morbidity and
mortality caused by genetic disorders and birth
defects. The State program coordinated by the Office
provides alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) screening to preg-
nant women; screens nearly every newbom baby in
Maryland for birth defects; treats genetic metabolic
diseases and hemoglobin disorders, including sickle
cell disease; and provides clinical services for other
generic disorders. The Office also maintains a report-
ing and information system on generic disorders and
birth defects to collect data and give information to
parents of children with disorders and defects. Educa-
tional programs on genetics and generic services are
offered by the Office to health professionals,
educators, and the general public.

OFFICE OF MATERNAL HEALTH &
FAMILY PLANNING
Russell W. Moy, M.D., Director
225-6721

The Office of Maternal Health and Family Plan-
ning originated as the Division of Family Planning
and was renamed the Division of Maternal Health
and Family Planning. The Division received its
present name in 1990.

OFFICE OF WOMEN, INFANTS, &
CHILDREN
Joan Salim, Director

Hecht Towers, 7th floor
118 N.Howard St.
Baltimore, MD 21201 225-5231

Created by the Department in 1985, the Office
of Women, Infants, and Children administers the
Maryland Special Supplemental Food Program for
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) under federal
law (PL. 95-627). The WIC Program provides
health and nutrition services, including supplemen-
tal foods, to eligible individuals. The Program ser-
ves pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding
women; infants to one year of age; and children to
their fifth birthday To be eligible, an individual must
be in one of the covered categories, meet income
eligibility requirements, and be at nutritional risk.
Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
the Program is administered by the WIC Office
through grants to twelve local agencies that serve the
entire State. Each local agency determines recipient
eligibility, prescribes individualized food packages,
provides nutrition education, prepares required