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A FRIEND INDEED -
www.afriendindeed.ca
A USA/Canada based website specifically for women in
menopause and mid-life. Very informative site with lots of information on
the latest studies and research, suggested reading list and an extensive
list of useful links.
BONE
HEALTH FOR LIFE -
www.bonehealthforlife.org.au Bone Health for
Life provides practical advice for women, and their health professionals,
to improve bone health so as to prevent and manage osteoporosis. Their
website includes information about risks, prevention, diagnosis and
treatment of osteoporosis.
COUNCILS ON THE AGEING
NATIONAL SENIORS -
www.cota.org.au COTA is the largest seniors
organisation in Australia. It protects and promotes the wellbeing of all
older people. The site includes a list of conferences, media and press
releases, publications, journals and fact sheets.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
AGEING -
www.health.gov.au/acc/ Site for older persons,
carers and health professionals. Extensive list of publications and forms,
legislation, awards and grants etc.
HEALTHY AGEING -
www.healthyageing.com.au
An Australian site that covers a wide range of
topics from enjoying life to health information. Numerous links to
relevant agencies and organisations.
JEAN HAILES FOUNDATION -
www.jeanhailes.org.au
Australian site that includes information on
menopause, hormone replacement therapy and complimentary therapies.
NATIONAL AGEING RESEARCH INSTITUTE -
www.mednwh.unimelb.edu.au
This site has a diagram of an Ageing Well cycle
which represents NARI’s approach to ageing research. NARI’s dedicated
researchers deal with age-related issues from cell biology to service
delivery. This holistic approach to ageing is the key to ageing well. With
this multidisciplinary approach to ageing research, NARI is working to
improve the quality of life for older people, to increase active longevity
free from disability and functional dependence, and to promote quality
ageing for all. The site provide links to information on research projects
undertaken in relevant areas.
TAOIST TAI CHI SOCIETY -
www.taoist.org.au
A non-profit organisation promoting the advantages
of including tai chi in your daily routine. Website includes a directory
of tai chi organisations across Australia, reported health benefits, a
list of upcoming events and the organisation's aims and objectives.
WOMEN'S HEALTH QUEENSLAND WIDE
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www.womhealth.org.au
Site includes fact sheets
on a range of women's health issues and access to lending library
catalogue.
Violence Against Women Links
Reproductive Health Links
Emotional and Mental Health
Links
General Women's Health and Other
Links
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