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National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health


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Bethesda, MD 20892-2520

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Abstract

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) conducts and supports research on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases. The Institute is pursuing investigations in bacteriology, virology, mycology, immunology, and parasitology. Its major responsibility includes research on the immune system and its disorders, including AIDS. NIAID is organized into divisions that award grants and contracts to scientists in universities and private research institutions. There is also an intramural research division.

Publications

Free consumer pamphlets are available on allergic diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, rabies, sexually transmitted diseases, lyme disease, HIV/AIDS, and the immune system. A publications list is available.

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Audit

Date Entered: 3/1/1998
Date Edited: 3/25/2004
Date Revised: 12/21/2001
Health Referral Number: HR0050
Accession Number: DP91A1115

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