Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

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Asthma and Allergic Diseases Program

Patient Resources

Allergies and asthma can be difficult for people of all ages to deal with. The resources below provide education, assistance, and more.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI): Portal for patient resources related to allergies

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Organization for patients and physicians focused on food allergy awareness, research, and advocacy

National Center for Medical-Legal Partnership: Legal assistance regarding entitlements and housing issues related to allergies and asthma

The Kids Fund: The Kids Fund generously provides necessary asthma care equipment to families in need

Health Leads Asthma Swim Program: Swimming, asthma education, and tutoring provided by Harvard University volunteers for kids with asthma ages 10 to 12