This category is comprised of associations based in Australia. 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.
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- Dragons Abreast Australia National organization offering survivors from all age groups the chance to participate in the sport of dragon boat racing. Includes photographs, events calendar, description of health benefits, and details of state groups.
- Osteoporosis Australia Registered charity whose aim is to fund research in bone metabolism and related issues. The site has information on awareness, education, prevention, management, research and advocacy.
- Cervical Screening National campaign aimed at reducing cervical cancer. Includes policy papers, explanation of the Pap test, and information for professionals.
- Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia National body working to reduce the impact of prostate cancer on the Australian men, their partners and families, and the community. Includes medical information, support groups, events and research grants.
- Look Good...Feel Better A free community service program in all states which helps women manage the appearance-related side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Includes practical tips and details of workshops.
- Breast Cancer Institute of Australia Supports clinical trials research that identifies safe and effective treatments for breast cancer and prevention strategies for all women. Includes information on campaigns and events, research and a photo gallery.
- Asthma Australia Aims to eliminate asthma as a major cause of ill health and disruption within the community. Includes information, resources and programs in more than 12 languages.
- Australian Kidney Foundation National Renal Resource Centre with brochures covering all aspacts of renal and urological disease.
- National Heart Foundation Information for professionals and community members in the fight against premature death and disability caused by cardiovascular disease.
- National Stroke Foundation Working with affected families, governmental organizations, healthcare professionals, and the general public to reduce the impact of stroke.
- Glaucoma Australia A non-profit registered charity with a mission to minimise visual disability from glaucoma and to offer support and education for suffers.
- Eczema Association of Australia A support page for sufferers of eczema. Includes membership details.
- Diabetes Counselling Online Online counselling and discussion forum for australians with diabetes. Includes information for diabetics, details of the counselling service, and extensive list of related links in each state.
- Diabetes Australia National peak body for diabetes providing a collective voice for people living with diabetes, their families and carers. Research funding, health services, self–management products and services, and public awareness of diabetes.
- Parkinsons Australia The peak body representing all of the state organisations that offer support to people with Parkinson’s disease (Pd).
- Vision Australia Blindness and low vision services. Find information about services and resources, plus news, training and online store.
- Alzheimer's Australia Inc. The peak body providing support and advocacy for people living with dementia. Includes sections on services, support, education, training and a help line.