International Association of Laryngectomees - IAL
Organization URL(s)
ial@larynxlink.comwww.larynxlink.com/
Other Contact Information
8900 Thornton Road
Box 99311
Stockton,
CA 95209
866-IAL-FORU (Voice - Toll-free)
209-472-0516 (FAX)
Description
The International Association of Laryngectomees (IAL), consists of local clubs worldwide that provide services and information to patients who have undergone laryngectomies and their families. Members are given information on first aid, postoperative care, rehabilitation, esophageal speech, and other speech alternatives. IAL conducts meetings and conferences and publishes pamphlets and a newsletter. Single copies of some publications are free on request.
Online Resources
- Laryngectomy: FAQ’s
http://www.larynxlink.com/Library/faqs/FAQMain.htm - Library: International Association of Laryngectomees
http://www.larynxlink.com/Main/library.htm
Print Resources
IAL publications include resource directories and pamphlets on postoperative safety, health, and rehabilitation topics; IAL First Aid and Emergency Program, Laryngectomee Visitors Training Program, IAL/ACS Videotapes. Serial publication: IAL News (newsletter), tri-annual.