This category is comprised of associations based in Canada. The associations listed all relate to the subject of health in a direct manner, such as medical professional associations, and medical research associations.
An association is an organized group of people with a common interest or goal. In the health field associations are especially invaluable. To the health professional they offer research opportunities, and career support among other benefits.
A network of physicians, osteopaths, residents and medical students with a special interest or expertise in complementary medicine. Provides public education and research opportunities. www.ccmadoctors.ca
Official site of 1999 Nobel Peace Prize winning humanitarian organisation featuring work by award winning documentary photographer Conrad Duroseau and others. www.msf.ca
A non-profit organization that lifts the spirits of seriously ill children and their loved ones with a variety of innovative programs, services and events. www.starlightcanada.org
National organization responsible for setting and maintaining the standards for postgraduate medical education, for certifying specialist physicians and surgeons, and promoting their continued education. rcpsc.medical.org
Provides information about the organization, its policies and activities. Resources include online medical journals, clinical practice guidelines, and health care news. www.cma.ca
Diet plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle. The national association of Canadian registered dietitians offers resources for consumers and other health professionals. www.dietitians.ca
Islet xenotransplantation has reversed diabetes in people and monkeys without immunosuppressive drugs, and may deliver the cure within this decade. www.islet.org
A network of individuals, groups, organizations and institutions concerned with women's health. The CWHN recognizes the importance of information sharing, education and advocacy in this field. www.cwhn.ca
Provides continuing medical education for its members, advocates for improved patient care and provides public education on several aspects of skin care. www.dermatology.ca
Emergency medical information service provides identification bracelets, and 24hr-accessible computerized medical files to medical personnel. www.medicalert.ca
Establishes clinical practice guidelines, provides consumer information as well as services for its members such as continuing education and conferences. www.sogc.org
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