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Asociacion Colombiana De Menopausia
www.encolombia.com/asomenopausia.htm
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in Colombia.
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Association Francaise pour l'Etude de la Menopause
www.menopauseafem.com
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in France.
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Australasian Menopause Society
www.menopause.org.au
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in Australia and New Zealand.
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Bulgarian Menopause and Andropause Association
www.climacterium.com/bama
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in Bulgaria.
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European Menopause and Andropause Society
http://emas.obgyn.net
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause- and andropause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals
in Europe.
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International Menopause Society
www.imsociety.org
Web site of the nonprofit consortium of all the world’s regional menopause societies for health professionals. Offers menopause information developed by its Council of Affiliated Menopause Societies (CAMS).
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Menopause Management: Women’s Health Through Midlife & Beyond
www.menopausemgmt.com
Site of the educational periodical for healthcare providers owned and published by HealthCom Media with editorial oversight provided by NAMS. Offers practical advice in review article format. Reaches over 31,500 US physicians identified as “menopause clinicians” and all NAMS members worldwide.
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Menopause: The Journal of The North American Menopause Society
www.menopausejournal.com
Site of the peer-reviewed scientific journal owned by NAMS and published
by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW). The world's most widely regarded forum for scholarly articles on the leading research related to menopause. Subscribers, including NAMS members, gain free access while others pay
a nominal fee per article accessed. Also features articles published ahead
of print.
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South African Menopause Society
www.samenopausesociety.co.za
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in South Africa.
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Spanish Menopause Society
www.aeem.es
Menopause information for healthcare providers and the public from the sole menopause-focused nonprofit organization for health professionals in Spain.
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US Food and Drug Administration Menopause Medicines to Help You
www.fda.gov/womens/medicinecharts/menopause.html
The US Department of Health and Human Services offers this consumer booklet on hormone therapy for women to use when exploring treatment options for menopausal symptoms with their healthcare provider.
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American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
www.aace.com
Healthcare provider and consumer information on osteoporosis, thyroid disease, and other hormone-related disorders from a nonprofit organization for physicians with a specialty in endocrinology.
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American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
www.acog.org
Offers healthcare provider and consumer information on the health of women at all ages from an organization of US physicians with a specialty in obstetrics and gynecology.
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American Society for Reproductive Medicine
www.asrm.org
Healthcare provider and consumer information regarding female and
male reproduction from a nonprofit organization of physicians and other healthcare providers.
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American Urogynecologic Society
www.augs.org
Nonprofit organization composed of gynecologists who are trained in urology. Offers healthcare provider and consumer information regarding detection, prevention, and treatment of female lower urinary tract disorders (such as stress incontinence, overactive bladder) and pelvic floor dysfunction (including sexual conditions).
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Association of Physician Assistants in Obstetrics and Gynecology
www.paobgyn.org
A nonprofit site for physicians and physician assistants (members and students) who provide health care to female patients. Offers CME opportunities, information on professional practice issues, clinical resources, research scholarships and grants, and employment assistance.
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Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
www.arhp.org
Nonprofit organization of physicians and other healthcare providers. Offers healthcare provider and consumer information regarding reproductive
health issues, such as contraception, urogenital infection, cancer
prevention, and menopause.
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Association of Women for the Advancement of Research and Education
www.project-aware.org/Experience/premature.shtml
Provides consumer information about menopause regarding resources, therapies, and research data available so women may make informed decisions regarding healthcare options.
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Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses
www.awhonn.org
Nonprofit organization serving nurses who provide care for women. Site addresses many issues important in women’s health.
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Black Women’s Health Imperative
www.blackwomenshealth.org
Health and research information for the public, healthcare providers, and policy-makers from the only national organization in the United States devoted solely to the health of black women and girls.
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Contemporary OB/GYN: Translating Science into Sound Clinical Practice
www.contemporaryobgyn.net
A publication for healthcare providers that is one of the leading titles in the field. NAMS is pleased to collaborate with the publisher in providing editorial content.
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Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
www.glma.org
Nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening quality health services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Provides information on many health-related topics.
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GynEndo News
www.gynecologicalendocrinology.org/sito_gynendo/index.html
Online newsletter provided by the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology, a non-profit organization promoting the scientific study and research into all aspects of gynecological endocrinology.
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MediResource.com
www.mediresource.com
Comprehensive center for health professionals and the public developed by a for-profit e-learning company. Provides thousands of reviewed articles on drugs and health conditions (with oversight from an Advisory Board), as well as lists of physicians, pharmacies, and support groups. Income generated from licensing content and creating custom products. Also offers Women's Health section with range of topics of interest to menopausal women.
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National Research Center for Women & Families
www.center4research.org/womenhlth1.html
A nonprofit site offering scientific medical research information to help improve the quality of women's lives and the lives of family members.
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National Women’s Health Information Center
www.4woman.gov
Site developed by the US Public Health Service's Office on Women's Health, designed to be a one-stop gateway for women's health resources.
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National Women's Health Network
www.nwhn.org
Nonprofit organization advocating for better federal policy on women's health. Provides information and resources to assist in making better healthcare decisions.
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National Women's Health Resource Center
www.healthywomen.org
A site considered by many to be the leading US clearinghouse for women's health information.
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Our Bodies Ourselves
www.ourbodiesourselves.org
Site of the nonprofit women’s health organization also known as the Boston Women’s Health Book Collective offers an extensive number of articles related to menopause and health information for women of all ages.
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Planned Parenthood Federation of America
www.plannedparenthood.org
Nonprofit organization offers specific details about family planning and
birth control.
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Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
www.sogc.org
Site of the leading organization in Canada for physicians specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Provides information about women's health, including menopause, for both the general public and healthcare professionals.
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The Centres of Excellence for Women's Health
www.centres.ca
Site of a nonprofit organization that conducts and sponsors health research projects addressing factors that affect the health conditions and needs of Canadian women.
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The Endocrine Society
www.endo-society.org
Information for healthcare providers regarding endocrinology-related conditions in men and women (such as menopause, thyroid disorders) from a nonprofit organization composed of physicians specializing in endocrinology.
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The Hormone Foundation
www.hormone.org
Offers information about various types of hormone therapies (eg, thyroid, menopausal hormone therapy) from the consumer arm of
The Endocrine Society.
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The Jean Hailes Foundation
www.jeanhailes.org.au
Site of foundation recognized among the Australian general public as a leader in women’s health education, clinical care, and medical research.
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The National Women's Health Information Center
www.womenshealth.gov
A service of the US Office on Women's Health (OWH) and the US Department of Health and Human Services. Site offers information for professionals and consumers, including governmental consumer education links.
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WiseWoman
www.cdc.gov/wisewoman
A site sponsored by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offering disease risk-factor screenings and referral services for low-income, under-insured, and uninsured women aged 40-64 years in an effort to prevent cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.
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Women's Health Concern
www.womens-health-concern.org
Nonprofit organization offers educational events and telephone nurse helpline service to consumers in the United Kingdom.
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Aetna Diversity in Health Care
www.aetna.com/provider/diversity_in_healthcare.html
Free continuing medical education (CME) and continuing education unit (CEU) courses developed by the Manhattan Cross Cultural Group (MCCG) and offered by this insurance company. Courses specifically designed for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare practitioners teach skills for administering effective cross-cultural care.
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Canadian Health Network
www.canadian-health-network.ca
A site funded by Health Canada (the Canadian equivalent to the US Food
and Drug Administration). Offers high quality, bilingual information on health promotion and disease prevention from more than 700 local, regional, and national nonprofit organizations across Canada.
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CBS Cares
www.cbscares.com
A public service site hosted by the CBS Television Network. Offers transcripts from health-related interviews with leading medical experts discussing topics such as breast and colon cancer, women's heart disease, osteoporosis,
and menopause.
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Everyday Choices for a Healthier Life
www.everydaychoices.org
A joint collaboration of The American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association, and American Health Association. Site provides information about prevention and early detection of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
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FDA 101: Dietary Supplements
www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/supplements080408.html
The US Food and Drug Administration offers consumer information
and suggestions about the use of dietary supplements, including
herbal preparations.
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Geriatrics: Better Medicine for Midlife and Beyond
http://www.geri.com/geriatrics/
A publication for healthcare providers and one of the leading titles in the field. NAMS is pleased to collaborate with the publisher in providing editorial content.
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Healthfinder
www.healthfinder.gov
A gateway Web site developed by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Offers links to a broad range of consumer health and human services resources and information produced by the US government and its many partner organizations.
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Medscape.com
www.medscape.com/womenshealth
A site for specialists, primary care physicians, and other health professionals offering the Web's most robust and integrated medical information and educational tools, most offering continuing education credits.
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National Council on the Aging
www.ncoa.org
A nonprofit organization providing community programs and services for seniors. Site is dedicated to promoting the dignity, well being, and contributions of older individuals.
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National Headache Foundation
www.headaches.org
Offers educational information for consumers and healthcare professionals about headache causes and treatments.
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National Sleep Foundation
www.sleepfoundation.org
Information and advice about all types of sleep problems, including sleep disturbances during perimenopause.
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NIH National Institute on Aging
www.nia.nih.gov
A US National Institutes of Health organization devoted to improving the
health of older people. Site offers information about health topics such as menopause, midlife health, and Alzheimer's disease. (Also see Tips from
The National Institute on Aging, below.)
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NIH Senior Health
www.nihseniorhealth.gov
User-friendly resource jointly developed by the National Institute on Aging, the US National Institutes of Health, and the National Library of Medicine. Offers health information geared toward the needs of older adults. Features a “talking” function, large type, and health topics of interest.
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NIH: Tips from the National Institute on Aging
www.niapublications.org/tipsheets/risk.asp
The US National Institute on Aging provides background facts to aid understanding of medical research news reports.
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Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
www.odphp.osophs.dhhs.gov
Site serves primarily as a gateway to various health promotion and disease prevention sites available from the US government. Offers quick synopses of major government health programs and links to more information.
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Patient Care: The Journal of Best Clinical Practices for Today's Physician
www.patientcareonline.com/patcare/
An online publication for healthcare providers and one of the leading titles in the field. NAMS is pleased to collaborate with the publisher in providing editorial content.
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The Pocket Guide to Staying Healthy at 50+
www.ahrq.gov/ppip/50plus/
The US Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality offers a consumer information guide that encourages those age 50 and over to take charge of their health.
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US Food and Drug Administration
www.fda.gov
Watchdog agency, a part of The US Department of Health and Human Services, responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, and the food supply, among others.
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US Food and Drug Administration Regulation of Compounded Drugs
www.fda.gov/cder/pharmcomp/
Site of US watchdog agency that explains FDA's oversight of pharmacy compounding of custom-made prescription drugs, including "bioidentical" hormone therapy.
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005
www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines
A joint collaboration of the US Department of Human Services and the US Department of Agriculture. Offers advice for consumers and healthcare providers about how good dietary habits can promote health and reduce the risk for major chronic diseases.
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The Nutrition Source
www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource
Harvard University site provides free access to the latest information on nutrition and health. Offers news of findings from ongoing Harvard studies,
as well as background information on macro-nutrients, vitamins and minerals, weight loss, and other nutrition topics.
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USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans
www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/dga/dga95/cover.html
A site sponsored by the US Department of Agriculture offering dietary-related health information for the general public.
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USDA Food and Nutrition Information Center
http://fnic.nal.usda.gov
The US Department of Agriculture provides nutritional resources for health professionals, educators, and consumers. Site includes a Weight & Obesity section with national guidelines, educational materials, and weight management tools.
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Health Canada Canadian Guidelines for Body Weight
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hpfb-dgpsa/onpp-bppn/weight_book_tc_e.html
A government site from the Office of Nutrition Policy and Promotion of Health Canada (the Canadian equivalent to the US Food and Drug Administration) offers current, reliable nutrition information, including guidelines for
healthy eating.
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NIH Aim For A Healthy Weight
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/obesity/lose_wt/index.htm
A site sponsored by the US National Institutes of Health through its National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Offers comprehensive information on weight control for healthcare professionals and the general public, including a body mass index calculator, an online menu planner, and a portion distortion quiz.
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NIH Weight Control Information Network
www.niddk.nih.gov
A US government site that provides weight control information for healthcare providers and consumers and offers support for very large people faced with special challenges when trying to be active.
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Obesity in America
www.obesityinamerica.org
Site offers help from two sister organizations, The Endocrine Society and
The Hormone Foundation, on the topic of obesity, including a body mass
index calculator.
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Shape Up America
http://shapeup.org/
A nonprofit site founded by former US Surgeon General C. Everett Koop, MD, to raise awareness of the health effects of obesity. Offers weight-management information for healthcare professionals and the general public.
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Health Canada Physical Activity Unit
www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/pau-uap/paguide/index.html
A government organization with the lead responsibility within Health Canada (the Canadian equivalent to the US Food and Drug Administration) to improve the health and well-being of Canadians through regular physical activity. Site provides comprehensive information to help people of all ages make physical activity part of daily life.
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Strong Women
www.strongwomen.com
A site from the experts at Tufts University and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Offers exercise information and programs, including
a downloadable pamphlet on strength training for older adults.
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Canadian Lung Association
www.lung.ca/protect-protegez/tobacco-tabagisme/quitting-cesser/index_e.php
A Canadian nonprofit organization offers information about lung disease, plus help with smoking cessation in French and English.
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CDC Quit Smoking
www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/
A government site, sponsored by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, part of the US Centers for Disease Control. Offers educational materials, research, data, reports, plus much more, including numerous strategies to quit smoking.
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Health Canada Quit Smoking
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hl-vs/tobac-tabac/quit-cesser/index-eng.php
A site provided by Health Canada (the Canadian equivalent to the US Food
and Drug Administration). Offers smoking cessation program, including tips, success stories, and toll-free (in Canada) telephone quit-smoking lines to assist smokers wanting to kick the habit.
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Trytostop.org
www.trytostop.org
Offers information from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health in various languages to help stop tobacco use, including an interactive
QuitWizard tool.
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NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse
www.drugabuse.gov
A site sponsored by a part of the US National Institutes of Health. Offers information on substance abuse with sections for the public, healthcare providers, and researchers.
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Family Violence Prevention Fund
www.endabuse.org
A nonprofit organization that works to end violence against women and children around the world. Site offers education, statistics, advocacy programs, and information on how to end domestic abuse.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.ndvh.org
Site of the only US center providing information on local and nationwide shelters and service providers available for victims, friends, and family who often call for life-saving help. Hotline operates 24 hours a day in over
150 languages.
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American Heart Association
www.americanheart.org
Provides information on heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cholesterol, and high blood pressure from the nonprofit organization dedicated to improving cardiovascular health.
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Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
www.heartandstroke.ca
A nonprofit organization promoting heart health by funding heart and stroke research and providing educational programs on a variety of topics, including hypertension and lifestyle management.
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NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
www.nhlbi.nih.gov
A comprehensive site from a part of the US National Institutes of Health. Offers health information on heart and vascular diseases, lung and blood diseases, and sleep disorders for healthcare professionals and the general public.
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American Society for Bone and Mineral Research
www.asbmr.org
Information for healthcare providers on bone and mineral metabolism (including the bone-thinning disease, osteoporosis) from an international nonprofit organization of physicians and researchers specializing in
skeletal health.
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International Society for Clinical Densitometry
www.iscd.org
Information for healthcare providers and the public on the clinical and educational aspects of bone densitometry (measuring bone strength) from
an international nonprofit organization of healthcare professionals.
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National Osteoporosis Foundation
www.nof.org
Information for healthcare providers and the public on the bone-thinning disease, osteoporosis, from a nonprofit US organization.
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NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases Resource Center
www.osteo.org
A site sponsored by the US National Institutes of Health offering resources and information for healthcare professionals and consumers on metabolic bone diseases, including osteoporosis.
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Osteoporosis Canada
www.osteoporosis.ca
A nonprofit organization that provides medical information for healthcare professionals and the public. Site is dedicated to educating, empowering,
and supporting individuals and communities in the prevention and treatment
of osteoporosis.
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Female Sexual Dysfunction Online
www.femalesexualdysfunctiononline.org
Offers clinicians and researchers CME activities and educational materials regarding the topic of female sexual dysfunction. Site provided by Baylor College of Medicine and University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey.
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Sexuality and U
www.sexualityandu.ca
A site maintained by The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. Offers women and healthcare professionals credible information
on sexuality issues, including contraception.
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Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
www.siecus.org
Nonprofit organization devoted to developing, collecting, and disseminating information and promoting education about sexuality in women and men.
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The Women's Sexual Health Foundation
www.twshf.org
A nonprofit site offering educational resources for healthcare professionals and support for women experiencing sexual health difficulties.
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National Association for Continence
www.nafc.org
Education and support for healthcare professionals and the general public from a nonprofit organization with a focus on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management solutions for incontinence.
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The Canadian Continence Foundation
www.continence-fdn.ca/about/index.html
A nonprofit organization formerly known as The Simon Foundation for Continence Canada. Site provides information and resources for those experiencing urinary incontinence.
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AllThyroid.org
www.tsh.org
Site of the Thyroid Foundation of America providing a variety of informative articles for consumers on thyroid function and thyroid disease, how to find a specialist, recent related research and publications, plus information on thyroid problems after the age of 50.
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American Thyroid Association
www.thyroid.org
Information for healthcare professionals and consumers, including an extensive list of patient education topics, how to find a thyroid specialist, and links to other thyroid-related sites.
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American Diabetes Association
www.diabetes.org
Offers information from the leading organization on diabetes. Includes related topics, such as exercise, nutrition, and menopause.
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Canadian Diabetes Association
www.diabetes.ca
Offers information for healthcare professionals and the general public on
how to prevent diabetes and improve the quality of life for those affected with the disease.
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NIH National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases
www2.niddk.nih.gov/
A government site that is part of the US National Institutes of Health provides information on diabetes and digestive and kidney disease for healthcare providers and patients. Also offers information about diet and weight loss.
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Arthritis Foundation
www.arthritis.org
Offers information in English and Spanish on all aspects of arthritis, including arthritis in women and men.
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Hospital for Special Surgery, Rheumatology Division
http://rheumatology.hss.edu/
A site dedicated to musculoskeletal care. Offers healthcare providers and consumers topic reviews, expert interviews, special reports, and summaries
of the hospital's monthly workshops for those with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and myositis.
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NIH National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
www.niams.nih.gov
A government site that is part of the US National Institutes of Health provides information on research progress in arthritis and musculoskeletal and
skin diseases.
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American Psychiatric Association
www.psych.org
The leading US nonprofit organization for physicians with a specialty in psychiatry. Offers information about mental health and mental health issues
in minority communities.
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American Psychological Association
www.apa.org
Site offers mental health support and education from a leading US nonprofit organization for psychologists (not physicians).
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Canadian Mental Health Association
www.cmha.ca
Offers education about mental health from the leading Canadian
nonprofit organization.
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NIH National Institute of Mental Health
www.nimh.nih.gov
A government site that is part of the US National Institutes of Health. Offers information for practitioners and the general public on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness.
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American Cancer Society
www.cancer.org
Site of a nonprofit organization dedicated to cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Education focuses on tobacco control; the relationship between diet, physical activity, and cancer; and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
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Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
www.cbcf.org
Site of a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of breast cancer research, education, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Canadian Cancer Society
www.cancer.ca
Site offers the latest cancer research results plus information on many aspects of cancer, including warning signs, early detection methods, and treatment.
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CancerCare
www.cancercare.org/index.php
Provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer--people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved.
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CDC National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp
Site provides access to critical breast and cervical cancer screening services from the US National Centers for Disease Control's Early Detection Program, including consumer awareness and registry information.
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National Ovarian Cancer Association
www.ovariancanada.org
Information for healthcare providers and the public on the prevention, detection, treatment, and research of ovarian cancer from a US nonprofit organization.
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NIH National Cancer Institute ASCUS/LSIL Triage Study for Cervical Cancer
www.cancer.gov/prevention/alts/index.html
Offers information about the ALTS clinical trial to find the best way to help women and their doctors decide what to do about mildly abnormal and very common PAP test results known as ASCUS and LSIL.
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NIH National Cancer Institute, Cancer Information Service
www.nci.nih.gov
A nonprofit organization that is part of the US National Institutes of Health provides extensive cancer information for healthcare providers and the public on types of cancer, treatments, screening and testing, clinical trials, risk factors, and statistics.
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Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
www.komen.org
A nonprofit organization that funds breast cancer research and education and supports local breast health initiatives, including breast cancer screening and treatment programs for the medically underserved.
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The Sister Study (Study of the Environmental and Genetic Risk Factors for Breast Cancer)
www.sisterstudy.com
A long-term national study of women aged 35 to 74 whose family members have had breast cancer.
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Alternative Medicine Foundation
www.amfoundation.org
Offers information about alternative and complementary medicine for approaches to all sorts of medical conditions.
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CAMline
www.camline.ca
A Canadian nonprofit group provides evidence-based information on the safety and efficacy of complementary and alternative medicine products, therapies, and practitioners.
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Mayo Clinic Complementary & Alternative Medicine
www.mayoclinic.com/health/alternative-medicine/CM99999
Consumer information from the Mayo Clinic, including interactive quizzes, health assessment tools, videos, and topics related to menopause, such
as sexuality, deciding about hormone therapy, and complementary and alternative medicine.
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NIH National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
www.nccam.nih.gov
A site developed by a center within the US National Institutes of Health that provides information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), including publications, research data, frequently asked questions, and links
to other CAM resources.
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Taking Charge of Your Health
http://takingcharge.csh.umn.edu
Information from the University of Minnesota intended for consumers but valuable for health professionals as well. Various modules on complementary and conventional care review different therapies and how they work, how they can help, related safety issues, and more.
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Medlineplus
www.medlineplus.gov
A site provided by the US National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library. Offers lists of hospitals and physicians, a medical encyclopedia, and information on prescription and nonprescription drugs.
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National Guideline Clearinghouse
www.guideline.gov
A compilation developed by the US Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Provides healthcare professionals with detailed evidence-based clinical practice guidelines from well-respected organizations (including NAMS) in an easy-to-compare format.
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NIH National Library of Medicine PubMed
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/
Offers free access to the abstracts of scientific journals accepted by the US National Library of Medicine. Visitors are able to do their own research and read citations in their original form.
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CenterWatch
www.centerwatch.com
Clinical trial listing service offering a Quick Search feature that allows visitors to find ongoing trials by subject and location.
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Clinical Trials
www.clinicaltrials.gov
Made available by the US National Institutes of Health through its National Library of Medicine. Site provides healthcare professionals and the public
with easy access to information on clinical trials for a wide range of diseases and conditions.
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Women's Health Initiative
www.whi.org
Site designed for participants in the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study as a means of obtaining information about research results directly from the study, rather than through news reports.
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