Senior Health Directory

Aging

American Federation for Aging Research
latest research information on aging

Healthcentral.com
aging body changes

Clinical Trials

National Library of Medicine (U.S.)
up-to-date information for locating clinical trials

myhealthCANADA.com
clinical trials in Canada

Complementary & Alternative Therapies

ABC Homeopathy
homeopathy remedy finder

Alternative Health News Online
alternative and traditional health news

ArthritisInsight.com
alternative therapies for arthritis

Breastcancer.com
traditional Chinese medicine for breast cancer

Dr.Weil.com
health information and natural remedies

Holisticonline.com
alternative and complementary medicine for cardiovascular disease

National Cancer Institute
description of alternative and complementary therapies for cancer

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
health and treatment information

Wholehealthmd.com
natural remedies for chronic conditions

Conditions and Diseases

Allergies and Asthma

Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Online
allergy and asthma information

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Association (U.S.)
Alzheimer information.

Alzheimer Society (Canada)
Alzheimer information

Anemia

Anemia Institute (Canada)
anemia information

Anemia Lifeline (U.S.)
anemia information

Arthritis

Arthritis Foundation (U.S.)
arthritic conditions and treatments

The Arthritis Society (Canada)
arthritic conditions and treatments

Back and Neck Pain

Spine-health.com
back and neck pain causes and treatments

Cancer

American Cancer Society
comprehensive cancer resource

Canadian Cancer Society
comprehensive cancer resource

Harvard Center for Cancer Prevention
test your risk for cancer

OncoLink
cancer treatment options

Cardiovascular Disease

American Heart Association
cardiovascular disease information

Heart and Stroke Foundation (Canada)
cardiovascular disease information

HeartCenterOnline
cardiovascular comprehensive resource

Dementia

Dementia.com
dementia information

Diabetes

American Diabetes Association
diabetes treatment and research information

Canadian Diabetes Association
diabetes treatment and research information

Epilepsy

Epilepsy.com
epilepsy information for seniors

Eye Problems and Disease

All About Vision
eye disease information and vision correction options

American Foundation for the Blind
information on eye disease

The Canadian Institute for the Blind
information on eye disease

Foot Conditions

American Podiatric Medical Association
foot health information

Gastrointestinal Disorders

International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
listing and glossary of gastrointestinal disorders

Headaches

Help for Headaches (Canada)
description of headache categories

The American Council for Headache Information
headache causes and treatments

Hearing Loss

Hearing Loss Web
hearing loss causes and treatments

Hernia

Hernia Resource Center
hernia surgical treatment options

Infectious Diseases

National Center for Infectious Diseases (U.S.)
global infectious disease information

Insomnia

Sleepnet.com
insomnia information

Kidney Disease

National Kidney Foundation (U.S.)
kidney disease causes and treatments

The Kidney Foundation of Canada
kidney disease causes and treatments

Liver Disease

American Liver Foundation
information on liver disease

Canadian Liver Foundation
information on liver disease

Lung Disease

American Lung Association
information on lung disease

Canadian Lung Association
information on lung disease

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis International Federation
multiple sclerosis research information

Osteoporosis

National Osteoporosis Foundation (U.S.)
information on osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Society of Canada
information on osteoporosis

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson Society Canada
Parkinson's disease information, research and support

The National Parkinson Foundation (U.S.)
Parkinson's disease information, research and support

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

American Social Health Association
sexually transmitted disease information and statistics in U.S.

Health Canada
sexually transmitted disease information in Canada

Sinusitis

sinusitis information

Skin Conditions

information sheets on skin conditions

Thyroid Conditions

The American /Thyroid Association
information on thyroid conditions

Thyroid Foundation of Canada
information on thyroid conditions

Urinary Incontinence

Urology Channel
causes and treatment of urinary incontinence

Cosmetic Procedures

About Cosmetic Dentistry
cosmetic dentistry procedures

American Society of Plastic Surgeons
news on latest advances in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery

Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons
advice and information on cosmetic & reconstructive surgery

Hairlosshelp.com
hair loss treatment options

IEnhance
before and after photos of cosmetic procedures

Lipoinfo.com
liposuction information

Perfect Yourself
explanation of non-surgical cosmetic procedures

The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals
information on permanent makeup application

WebHealthCentre.com
health and beauty routines for skin and hair

University of Maryland Medicine
spider and varicose vein removal procedures

Dental Health

Academy of General Dentistry U.S.
oral health resource

American Dental Hygienist's Association
oral health information

The Canadian Dental Hygienist's Association
oral health information

The Dental Consumer Advisor
dental health facts and topics

Diet, Nutrition and Weight Control

Dieting Review
reviews of weight loss diets

Food and Nutrition Information Center
directory of nutrition information

QuestHealthLibrary.com
information on vitamins, minerals, herbs and other
supplements

The Calorie Control Council
calculates calories and fat in diet

Drug Information

Canadian Committee on Antibiotic Resistance
information on risks of antibiotic overuse

KeepAntibioticsWorking.org
information on the growing antibiotic resistance problem

The Internet Drug Index
description of drugs, drug interactions and side effects

First Aid

Alf Ambulance
first aid guide

Fitness

American Heart Association
fitness resources

Health Canada
physical activity guide for older adults

Healthcare Facilities

Cancer-Center.info
cancer centers worldwide

Health Grades (U.S)
hospital quality ratings

HeartCenter.info
heart centers worldwide

HospitalDirectory
links to U.S. hospitals

HospitalWeb
links to hospitals worldwide (non- U.S.)

Medicare.gov (U.S.)
nursing home tips and checklist

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
U.S. hospice and palliative care providers

Health Magazines

Ability
news and resources for people with disabilities

Diabetic-Lifestyle.com
information on living with diabetes

Healthwell
information on natural and alternative health sources

MediZine
available treatment options for ailments

Prevention.com
health and beauty tips

Today's Caregiver
guidance for family caregivers

Vista
Canadian health magazine

Joint Replacement

Joint Replacement
information on joint replacement surgical procedures

Laboratory Tests

Lab Tests Online
laboratory testing information

Medical Assistance Phone Numbers

BlueCross BlueShield (U.S.)
toll-free health hotline phone numbers

Chatelaine.com (Canada)
medical assistance phone numbers

Mental Health Sanctuary (U.S.)
toll-free health hotline phone numbers

Men's Health

4Woman.gov
men's health issues

American Urological Association
men's urologic diseases/conditions

New York Online Access to Health
specific health issues for men

University of Maryland Medicine
men's health directory

Mental Health

Addictions

Alcoholics Anonymous
support organization for alcohol addiction

Gamblers Anonymous
support organization for gambling addiction

U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
alcohol and drug addiction information

Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety Disorders Association of America
causes and treatment of anxiety disorders

Mood Disorders Society of Canada
mental health resource on anxiety & mood disorders

Depression and Mania

National Institute of Mental Health (U.S.)
causes, symptoms and treatment of depressive disorders

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders
information and treatment resources for eating disorders

Personality Disorders

Mental Help Net
information on personality disorders

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia
comprehensive resource on schizophrenia

Organ Transplants

London Health Sciences Centre (Canada)
organ transplant information

TransWeb.org (U.S.)
organ transplant information

Pain Control

American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
patient information on anesthesia

American Pain Foundation
pain control information, advocacy and support

Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain & Disability
pain control resources

Women's Health

American Urological Association
women's urologic diseases/conditions

BreastCancer.org
comprehensive resource for breast cancer

Estronaut
women's health facts and tips

International Osteoporosis Foundation
prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis

The National Women's Health Information Center (U.S.)
health information for women

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