AIDS

AIDS Channel
The AIDS Channel endeavours to sensitize people to the needs of those affected by HIV/AIDS and to help them connect with the various support groups and resources our communities have to offer. The AIDS Channel offers an online chat room and information on treatment options.

Canadian AIDS Society (CAS)
The Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) is a national coalition of 115 community-based AIDS organizations across Canada. CAS is dedicated to strengthening HIV/AIDS awareness and to enriching the lives of patients living with HIV/AIDS.

Alzheimer Disease

Alzheimer Society of Canada
It is now well understood that Alzheimer disease is much more than memory loss. The Alzheimer Society of Canada is dedicated to providing up-to-date information on Alzheimer disease, related dementias, caregiving, research and upcoming events.

Arthritis

The Arthritis Society
The Arthritis Society has helped thousands of people with arthritis improve their lives through the Arthritis Self-Management Program (ASMP) and this on-line information resource. Visit this site for information on various types of arthritis, tips for living well and programs and resources.

Asthma

Asthma Society of Canada
Through education and proper treatment, countless people have learned to live well with asthma. If you're one of the three million Canadian patients with asthma, you can too. Browse through this site for information about asthma, treatment and taking control of asthma.

Breast Cancer

Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
Creating a future without breast cancer...
The CBCF is dedicated to supporting innovative research, awareness programs and improving the quality of life for breast cancer patients through early diagnosis and effective treatment.

Diabetes

Canadian Diabetes Association
The CDA has developed this site to provide a comprehensive on-line health resource for diabetic patients and healthcare professionals caring for those affected by the disease. The CDA strives to promote the health of Canadians through diabetes research and education.

Diet and Healthy Living

Dietitians of Canada
Eat Well, Live Well.
Dietitians of Canada encourages its members to take action to improve health through food and nutrition strategies. Shaping policy, providing services, and encouraging research are just a few ways that the Dietitians of Canada are doing their part in improving one's overall health.

Down Syndrome

Canadian Down Syndrome Society
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) is a national organization endeavouring to enhance the quality of life for all individuals who have Down syndrome. The Society advocates on behalf of individuals with Down syndrome in the areas of education, employment and healthcare and provides networking opportunities for parents and professionals in relevant fields.

Eating Disorders

National Eating Disorder Information Centre
The National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) is a non-profit organization founded in 1985 to provide information and resources on eating disorders and weight preoccupation. This on-line resource features an Eating Disorder Glossary and answers to frequently asked questions surrounding eating disorders.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy Canada
Epilepsy Canada is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to promote and support research into all aspects of epilepsy, to create awareness and understanding about epilepsy through educational programs and to eradicate misconceptions about seizures.

Headaches and Migraines

Help for Headaches Canada
Help for Headaches is a non-profit Canadian organization committed to educational services for those suffering from and treating headaches. This educational resource explains the many types of headaches and provides practical advice on how to manage them.

Heart Disease and Stroke

Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
The Heart and Stroke Foundation serves to improve the health of Canadians by preventing and reducing disability and death from heart disease and stroke through research, health promotion and advocacy. The foundation funds more than 60% of all Canadian heart and stroke research.

Impotence

American Foundation for Urological Disease
The American Foundation for Urological Disease sponsors this site, which aims to help patients with impotence (erectile dysfunction) and their partners and to increase awareness of the condition within the public and medical sectors.

Kidney Health

Kidney Foundation of Canada
The Kidney Foundation of Canada supports Canadians suffering from kidney failure and related disorders, such as high blood pressure, kidney stones, diabetes and urinary tract infections. It strives to help them achieve optimal health outcomes through research and promoting organ donation.

Medbroadcast

Medbroadcast
Medbroadcast is your one-stop shop destination for on-line health information. Take charge of your health. Visit various health channels, the health video library, and the health toolkit. Stay informed, stay healthy - unlock the power of the condition and drug libraries today.

Menopause

North American Menopause Society
The North American Menopause Society serves to promote women's health during midlife and beyond through the understanding of peri- and postmenopause. NAMS also strives to stimulate and support new research addressing the physiological and psychosocial aspects of menopause.

Men's Health

The Men's Health Network
Men's Health Network (MHN) is a non-profit educational organization consisting of physicians, researchers, public health workers, other health professionals and other individuals. MHN was founded in 1992 by a group of men's activists interested in improving the health and well-being of men, boys and their families.

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
The mission of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is to be a world leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. This site serves as a valuable on-line resource for those with MS or for anyone wanting to learn more about MS.

Muscular Dystrophy

Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada
The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada endeavours to provide relevant and current information on Muscular Dystrophy and other neuromuscular disorders. MDAC publications cover important topics such as causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Nutrition

Nutrition: Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
The mission of the Office of Nutrition Policy and Promotion is to promote the nutritional health and well-being of all Canadians. Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating was developed to start you on your path to making wiser dietary choices from the four major food groups.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Society of Canada
1.4 million Canadians suffer from osteoporosis, a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. This leads to increased bone fragility and risk of fracture, particularly of the hip, spine and wrist. The mission of the Osteoporosis Society of Canada is to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson Society Canada
Parkinson's Disease is a slow, progressive neurodegenerative illness characterized by tremor, stiffness, slowness of movement and difficulty with balance. Parkinson Society Canada is the national voice of Canadians living with Parkinson's Disease. It serves to ease the burden and find a cure through research, education and support services.

Pediatrics

Canadian Pediatric Society
The Canadian Pediatric Society is dedicated to providing CPS members and health care professionals with the information they need to make informed decisions about child health care. Parents and others involved in the care of children are also encouraged to use this site.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis Society of Canada
Psoriasis is a non-contagious skin condition that affects almost 10 million people across North America. The Psoriasis Society of Canada provides up-to-date information on treatment, programs and support groups, and encourages advocacy and research.

Sleep Disorders

Canadian Sleep Society
Formed in 1986, the Canadian Sleep Society (CSS) is a professional association of clinicians, scientists and technologists seeking to further the understanding of various sleep disorders and to increase public awareness of the importance of sleep research.

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia Society of Canada
Schizophrenia is a treatable biochemical disorder of the brain affecting 1 in 100 people. The Schizophrenia Society of Canada provides family support and education, public awareness and fundraising for schizophrenia research.

Substance Abuse

Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse
The Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse has served as Canada's national addiction agency since 1988. The CCSA provides a national focus for efforts to minimize the physical, social and economic harm associated with substance abuse and addictions.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Canadian Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden and unexpected death of an apparently healthy infant. The Canadian Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths is dedicated to unraveling the mystery of sudden infant deaths and to providing emotional support to families of infants that have died of SIDS.

Thyroid Disease

Thyroid Foundation of Canada
There are various forms of thyroid disease, most of which can be effectively treated. The Thyroid Foundation of Canada seeks to promote awareness and education about thyroid disease and to raise funds for much-needed additional thyroid disease research.

Women's Health

The Canadian Women's Health Network
Women representing over 70 organizations across Canada launched the Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN) in May of 1993. The CWHN emerged from the generous dedication of health care workers, educators, advocates, consumers and other Canadians committed to sharing information, resources and strategies to better women's health.