Health Canada is the federal government department that encourages the health of Canadians through promotion and prevention activities, as well as supports the health system through research funding.
NIAAA, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, supports and conducts research on the causes, consequences, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and alcohol-related problems.
The American Cancer Society is an invaluable resource of information about the cancer lobby, including the quest for cures, prevention, and elimination of cancer in the United States.
The CDC provides HIV/AIDS information about prevention, clinical trials/treatment, testing, counselling, etc. Web site serves as an electronic source for exposure categories, surveillance reports, and international trends.
The Body is a comprehensive web site featuring in-depth information on topics ranging from HIV prevention to treatment issues. Also offers online chat, forums, etc.
The American Association of Diabetes Educators is helping to advance the practice of diabetes self-management training and lifestyle management for prevention of diabetes.
The American Epilepsy Society is a non-profit organization which promotes research and education for professionals dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of epilepsy.
The National Eating Disorders Association is a non-profit eating disorders organization. Web site provides iInformation, referrals, support, prevention, conferences, and newsletter subscription.
The National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD) raises and distributes funds to find the causes, cures, better treatments, and prevention of severe brain disorders.
