HubHip - Health

DescriptionGood Health!

This category deals with national health issues, Canada-wide health organizations and practitioners with offices across the country.

Health

Aging and Seniors (Site) - Services and programs for seniors from Health Canada.

Healthnet Canada (Site) - Provides health resources for both the public and healthcare professional.

Mochasofa (Site) - Provides Canadian women with solutions, expert and practical advice, and helpful tips on health-related matters.

Oyston Associates (Site) - A resource for people wanting information about anesthesia, plus some links to sites for anaesthetists or anesthesiologists, education and meetings.

Health Check (Site) - An education program that helps shoppers make wise food choices when they shop. Features information on participation, media, symbols, participating brands and recent news.

Hope Air (Site) - A national charitable organization that provides free air transportation for financially burdened Canadians in need of Medical treatment outside their communities.

Home Health Care Centre (Site) - Distributor of items such as back and surgical supports, medical compression stockings, walkers, wheelchairs, household items.

MCI Medical Clinics Inc. (Site) - Information on this supplier of medical, occupational health and, corporate health and well-being services in Alberta and Ontario.

Rescue 7 Emergency Training Services (Site) - Offers on-site training in first aid, CPR, WHMIS, and hazardous material handling. Offices in Ontario and Quebec.

Health Canada (Site) - Federal government department that encourages the health of Canadians through promotion and prevention activities, and supports the health system through research funding and the support of provincial/territorial health systems.

Oncology Rounds (Site) - Provides interested physicians with a window on current information and science on developments in the field of oncology. Current issues, archives, resources and registration.

Liberty Health (Site) - One of Canada's largest health benefit management companies. Drug, dental, vision, travel, and medical insurance coverage for individuals and group plans. Part of the Liberty Mutual family.

Order of Saint Lazarus (Site) - An index of services for the terminally ill; pain management, home care, hospice, respite, pastoral support and support groups.

In-Touch Consulting Services (Site) - Offers details on consulting focused on retirement planning, informed life choices and independent decision-making.

Canadian Health Network - Réseau canadien de la santé (Site) - Growing network, bringing together the best information resources of leading Canadian and international health organizations.

Golden Days Services for Seniors (Site) - Group of health care professionals who provide a full range of services for seniors wishing to stay at home and maintain a safe and independent lifestyle.

Care ED Training Programs (Site) - Family training and senior care. Curriculum courses for the work place. SWIFT Services.

Canadian Association of Blue Cross Plans (Site) - Non-profit health insurance

Ultimate Canadian International Medical Graduate (Site) - Provides information and links useful to international medical graduates or foreign medical graduates wishing to practice medicine in Canada.

Canadian Institute for Health Information (Site) - Health statistics as well as information about CIHI products and services for healthcare organizations.

CBI Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre (Site) - The centres treat back and neck pain, sports injuries, work injuries and car accident injuries, and offer community education from locations across Canada. Describes services, locations and contact details.

The College of Family Physicians of Canada (Site) - Offers information about the society, awards, CMEs, research, programs, committees and access to the "Canadian Library of Family Medicine".

Health Reserve.com (Site) - A not for profit organization providing information on health and fitness including sexual health for men and women, plus advice for children's health. Offers an overview, monthly e-mail newsletter and contact address.

Statistics Canada: Health Reports (Site) - A quarterly journal which provides information on the health status of the population and the health care system.

Sympatico Health (Site) - Includes links to Canadian health and medical associations, newsgroups and weekly wellness magazines.

Canadian Wellness Health Professional Directory (Site) - Canadian directory of health and wellness related businesses. Covers an array of businesses from yoga to nutritional management to personal trainers.

St. John Ambulance (Site) - Enables Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training and community service, and provides information about its first aid and CPR training services and community service volunteers.

Canadian Association on Gerontology - CAG (Site) - A multidisciplinary scientific and educational association providing leadership in the area of aging in Canada. Features information about conferences, publications and mentoring program.

Mediresource (Site) - Information on diseases and conditions, support groups and drug information. Primarily patient-oriented and Canadian-focussed.

PACE Canada (Site) - A guide to healthy active living, provides tools to assist physicians and healthcare providers in counseling their patients on physical activity and nutrition.

Medisys Health Group (Site) - Provides executive health, medical imaging, travel health, disability management and insurance medical services to individuals and corporations across Canada.

Cross Remedy (Site) - An advocacy exchange site focusing on the Canadian health system, mental health, handicaps, and family-patient complaints. Includes links to web resources, a list of recommended reading, and a discussion board.

Lifeline Systems Canada (Site) - Connects individuals living alone to neighbours, friends, and emergency services through trained staff by simply pressing a button.

Lifemark Physiotherapy Clinics (Site) - Chain of affiliated physiotherapy clinics, with locations in several provinces. Includes a directory of clinics, detailed list of services, and general information about anatomy.

AIM Health Group (Site) - A Canadian health care company whose delivery divisions include clinical research, medical assessments, occupational health, multi-disciplinary rehabilitation, medical acute care, family practice and specialty clinics.

mdBriefCase (Site) - Offers Canadian medical case reviews and Continuing Medical Education (CME) for registered users. Free access to case studies written by leading Canadian experts, upcoming CME events, conference highlights, and detailed product information.

Biersdorf Canada (Site) - Makers of the Elastoplast brand of first aid care products. Features information including advanced healing products.

SureSlim Wellness Clinics (Site) - Weight loss clinics with locations in 3 provinces. Provides information about their program and assessment process, success stories and the company.

CBC Indepth: Health Care (Site) - Provides an article about the future of health care in Canada, including links to stories about the need for family doctors, nurses, and Pharmacare FAQs.

Task Force Two (Site) - A partnership of health organizations and all levels of government in Canada to develop a long-term physician human resource strategy for the Canadian healthcare system. Discusses the challenge and new approaches to the issues.

UC Baby (Site) - Offers 3D and 4D ultrasound imaging of babies moving, smiling and yawning before they are born. Several locations throughout Canada.

Podiatrists in Canada (Site) - Informative resources for foot health in Canada, including a directory of podiatrists and other foot care specialists.

MDS Diagnostic Services (Site) - Provider of laboratory services for patients and clinicians in the community and in hospitals in several cities.

Kinesio Taping Canada (Site) - Information about therapeutic sports taping products, the Kinesio Taping method, and a directory of certified Kinesio Tape practitioners.

MyHealth Videos (Site) - Offers a variety of health information, articles, videos, and interviews with medical experts and physicians.

Offord Centre for Child Studies (Site) - Research center dedicated to improving the life quality and opportunities of the Canadian children who suffer from serious social and emotional problems.

Find Private Clinics (Site) - A human-edited resource for locating private clinics in Canada by province and clinical category.

Canada Food Guide (Site) - Guide explaining portion sizes and the necessary food groups.

Canadian Babies (Site) - A directory of products, services and stores for new and expectant parents, including advice and important contact information.

OTworks.ca (Site) - Provides information and resources on the profession of occupational therapy in Canada.

HealthPost.ca (Site) - Health forum and discussion groups for Canadians wanting to ask health related questions, share expertise and experiences.