First time visitors must register online. There is no cost. Children Now Web site of a nonpartisan organization concerned with the status of children. Includes news, statistics, publications and internet resources. Children's Defense Fund Nonprofit organization that seeks to provide a strong, effective voice for children.
Web site addresses issues and news, and includes reports, internet links and a publications list.
Commonwealth Fund Web site of a national foundation engaged in research on health and social policy issues. Electronic Policy Network Includes a health policy page. Health Hippo A collection of health-related policy and regulatory materials. Intergovernmental Health Policy Project Web site of IHPP, a nonprofit organization serving the state health policy research and information needs of state lawmakers and their staffs. National Center for Health Statistics NCHS is the primary Federal agency responsible for collecting, analyzing and disseminating health statistics.