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Canadian Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists
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Information on new initiatives, professional issues, certification news, and general information.
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Community and Hospital Infection Control Association
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Dedicated to improving the health of Canadians by promoting excellence in the practice of infection prevention and control.
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St. John Ambulance Canada
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A humanitarian organization offering first aid training, volunteering opportunities, medical supplies and safety information.
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Canadian Complementary Medical Association
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A network of physicians, osteopaths, residents and medical students with a special interest or expertise in complementary medicine. Provides public education and research opportunities.
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Doctors without Borders
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Official site of 1999 Nobel Peace Prize winning humanitarian organisation featuring work by award winning documentary photographer Conrad Duroseau and others.
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Starlight Children's Foundation
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A non-profit organization that lifts the spirits of seriously ill children and their loved ones with a variety of innovative programs, services and events.
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Canadian Podiatric Medical Students Association
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Promoting communication between medical students and podiatrists, as well as providing a directory of podiatrists.
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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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National organization responsible for setting and maintaining the standards for postgraduate medical education, for certifying specialist physicians and surgeons, and promoting their continued education.
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Canadian Association of Radiation Oncologists
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A professional organization offering educational materials, employment opportunities and news bulletins.
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Institute for Work and Health
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Details about this not-for-profit organization dedicated to preventing workplace disability, improved treatment, and optimal recovery.
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The Islet Foundation
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Islet xenotransplantation has reversed diabetes in people and monkeys without immunosuppressive drugs, and may deliver the cure within this decade.
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Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians
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Provides national guidelines for the practice of emergency medicine, as well as keeping physicians informed of developments in this field.
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Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
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An organization providing services, products and networking opportunities to its members.
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Association of Healthcare Philanthropy Canada
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Educational organization and advocacy body for healthcare fundraising professionals.
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Canadian Dermatology Association
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Provides continuing medical education for its members, advocates for improved patient care and provides public education on several aspects of skin care.
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Canadian MedicAlert Foundation
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Emergency medical information service provides identification bracelets, and 24hr-accessible computerized medical files to medical personnel.
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Canadian Public Health Association
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A national, independent, voluntary association representing and providing education about public health issues.
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Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
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Provides information about the society, conferences, publications, press releases and offers a physical activity guide.
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The Society of Obstetricians and Gyneacologists of Canada
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Establishes clinical practice guidelines, provides consumer information as well as services for its members such as continuing education and conferences.
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Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists
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A national certifying body for radiological, radiation, nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance professionals. Also provides training and continued education to its members.
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BIOTECanada
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A national organization representing other health care, agricultural, food, and research groups involved in biotechnology. Provides education about the field of biotechnology and its applications.
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Canadian Health Coalition
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An advocacy group representing unions, seniors, women, students, consumers and health care professionals, towards preserving Medicare and improving the health system.
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The Canadian Orthopaedic Association
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Providing continuing medical education, membership and fellowship information as well as selected news and scientific articles.
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Canadian Bioethics Society
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A multidisciplinary society of professionals and students concerned with the ethical and humane aspects of health care. Links to educational resources and the society's newsletter are available on the site.
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Canadian Healthcare Association
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A federation of provincial and territorial hospital and health organizations. In addition to information on their involvement in policy development and advocacy, an extensive list of their publications is available.
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Canadian Council of Cardiovascular Nurses
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Represents Canadian nurses interested in heart health and practicing in the cardiovascular field and offers information on conferences, news, standards, national committees and provincial links.
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Canadian Oncology Societies (COS)
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A professional association for physicians, nurses and pharmacy professionals involved in cancer research and treatment. Facilitates professional communication between members.
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Nonprescription Drug Manufacturers Association of Canada
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Represents manufacturers, advertisers and distributors of self-care products such as nonprescription medications, herbal remedies/natural health products, nutritional supplements, and home diagnostic kits. Also active in the regulation of the latter products in conjunction with the government and health sectors.
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Medical Council of Canada
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Created by the Canada Medical Act, promotes a qualification in medicine, maintains the Canadian Medical Register, and supports research in the field of medical examinations.
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Be Healthy Canada
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National organization providing directories for health information and services for each province and territory. Lists local authorities and organizations, databases, surveys and statistics, news and message groups.
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Canadian Burn Survivors Association
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Referrals, information and links to world-wide support organizations.
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NAPAH - National Association for Physical Activity and Health
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A non-profit organization empowering Canadians to achieve optimum wellness through physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
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Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada
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The association is concerned with medical education and biomedical and health research. Offers background, news, publications, issues and links to Canadian faculties of medicine.
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Canadian Association of General Surgeons
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Providing continuing education opportunities and public policies in the areas of clinical care, education, and research.
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Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF)
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Voluntary, non-profit organization for the certification of alcohol and drug counselors. Provides local chapter listings, membership information and job postings.
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Canadian Committee on Antibiotic Resistance
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An organization working with government and non-profit associations towards educating the public and health care professionals about antibiotic use.
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The Canadian Orthoptic Society
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A professional organization providing continuing education, news updates, job postings and networking opportunities for its members.
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Canadian Council of Food and Nutrition
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An industry-funded organization advocating for evidence-based nutrition policy in Canada. Provides membership information and media releases.
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