Specific Diseases

AIDS

aidsinfonyc.org - They are an open forum for various organizations & viewpoints. Includes a linked collection of information relevant to people living with HIV and AIDS.

CAPS - Center for AIDS Prevention Studies - Find information on prevention programs, reports & scientific studies, latest press releases, newsletters, events, and more.

UNAIDS - The joint United Nations programme on HIV/AIDS. Includes search feature; information on upcoming conferences; news archives; human interest documents, and more.

CAM - Computerized AIDS Ministries - Searchable feature; sections include "What's New", Spirituality, Facts and Information, etc; Bulletin Board Service and more.

AEGIS - AIDS Education Global Unformation System - Includes recent news; extensive library; forum; links; and more.

The Exploratorium-Links - links to main sites, etc.

AIDS Clinical Trials Information Service - Provides information on federally (U.S.) and privately sponsored clinical trials.

Infectious AIDS: Have We Been Misled? - The webpage of Peter Duesberg. Contains his written works, and those of other scientists that support his views.

Immunet - They publish AIDS information on the web, organize workshops, and more.

Harvard AIDS Institute - A comprehensive site covering all aspects of the disease.

AIDS Authority Library - A collection of scientific articles; newspaper articles; internet posts, etc.

Canadian Centre of Substance Abuse - AIDS page - Information on AIDS and drug use, National AIDS Awareness Campaign, etc.

CDC National AIDS Clearinghouse - Facilitates the sharing of HIV/AIDS and STD resources and information about education & prevention, published material, and research funding.

AIDS Action - A New England provider of AIDS services, education and advocacy.

The Body - A Multimedia AIDS & HIV Information Resource - Includes information on AIDS, various treatments, conferences, mental health, etc.

AIDS Resource Information Center - Includes a mail, e-mail and telephone Hotline; a Medical Glossary; an Information Library and much more.

Alzheimer Disease

Alzheimer's Disease Web Page - Dedicated to the distribution of information to Investigators, Families, Caregivers, and others interested in Alzheimer Disease.

Dementia Web - A source of information, advice, education, research findings & support (a U.K. site).

The Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease Center - They provide information for patients, caregivers, and investigators. You can have your questions answered online.

The Alzheimer's Page - An educational service created and sponsored by the Washington University Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.

Alzheimer Discussion Group - An electronic mail discussion group.

Alzheimer Resource Forum - Layperson Websites - A list of sites that provide information on research developments, caregiving, etc.

Alzheimer Society of Canada - General information, "Ask the Expert" section, upcoming events, etc.

Alzheimer's Association - Provides education and support to persons with Alzheimer's disease and caregivers.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease)

ALS of Canada - Provides information and a platform for communication.

Beat A.L.S. - This is just one page of Doug Jacobson's website. Contains information on A.L.S.; "what's new"; links; and much more.

ALS: A Guide for Patients - Written by a physician who is afflicted with ALS, the guide includes "What is ALS?", "Practical Tips", "Organizations & Resources", "Drugs", and "Treatment Centers".

ALS/MND Resources - Lots of links to ALS and MND (motor neuron disease) resources. Includes research papers, communication aides, etc.

ALS Resources - Links to information resources, software, speech synthesis pages, etc.

International Alliance of ALS/MND Association - Offers Information Exchange Bulletin, Directory of Associations, etc.

The European ALS Health Profile Study - Information on this European study.

The ALS Patient Care Database - Is a voluntary physician-directed program to improve outcomes for patients diagnosed with ALS.

Motor Neuron Disease Association - An U.K. association that brings together people living with the disease, their carers, and health & social professionals.

Arthritis

Arthritis Resource Center - This site features Message Boards, Medical News, Chat Room, links to other Arthritis sites, and more.

Arthritis Today - You can check out recent issues of this magazine, visit their "Tried and True" department for reader's tips on solving practical problems, etc.

University of Birmingham - Rheumatology - An U.K. site that contains general information about Arthritis, Rheumatism and related diseases.

Arthritis Canada - Includes descriptions of various types of Arthritis; joint exercises examples; programs & resources, etc.

Healthtouch Online - General information about Arthritis and Rheumatology, types of Arthritis, etc.

MedicineNet - Rheumatoid Arthritis - General information.

American College of Rheumatology - An organization of physicians, health professionals and scientists that offers programs of education, research and advocacy.

Arthritis Foundation - Includes excerpts of "Arthritis Today" magazine; research resources; advocacy, Q & A section, and more.

Asthma

Asthma Information Center - Their mission is to facilitate communciation among researchers and to provide patients with basic instructions and latest developments.

Allergy Discussion Group - A free mailing list. View recent postings, etc.

The Asthma Education Clinic - General onformation, workshops, etc.

ABILITY - Asthma - Downloadable FAQs, recipes, links, etc.

Allergy & Asthma Disease Management Center- Information on this site is for physicians.

American Lung Association - Resource site for asthma and other lung diseases.

Doctor's Guide to Asthma Information & Research - Includes medical news and alerts; general information; drug information; discussion groups & newsgroups; etc.

Asthma Foundation of Victoria, Australia - General information; action plan for successful asthma management; etc.

European Federation of Asthma & Allergy Associations - Includes 27 organizations in 14 countries. Their aim is to give comprehensive, unbiased information.

American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - General information.

Asthma Society of Canada - Information, forum, links, etc.

Better Health Profiles - Asthma - Introduction; information on triggers; FAQs, etc.

Colorado Health Net - Asthma Center - Links to sites on asthma.

Lung Association - Asthma - Presentation by Dr. Donald Cockcroft.

Canadian Lung Association - Links to Provincial affiliated associations and to various professional societies.

New England Journal of Medicine - Asthma - A collection of recent articles on asthma.

Eileen's Home Page - Includes FAQ page on allergies & asthma; links, etc.

Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Online - Includes information for patients, for physicians; has allergy-immunology glossary; etc.

Cancer

| General Resource Sites | Alternative Medicine Sites | Brain Cancer |
| Breast Cancer | Colon Cancer | Leukemia | Prostate Cancer | Skin Cancer |
| Testicular Cancer |

General Resource Sites

Shared Experience - Sharing cancer experiences that allows cancer patients and their families and loved ones to discover what others have gone through before, and what some are experiencing now, is the primary purpose of this site.

The John Hopkins Oncology Center - Includes latest news on cancer research, resources for Health Professionals, facility to search for information by cancer type, and more.

CancerOnline - An excellent site that is designed to give you both easy access to clinical information AND provide extensive practical support and encouragement.

Hycamtin - Patient education materials available free of charge to U.S. residents.

Cancer Treatment Centers of America - they offer online seminars, search feature, information on treatment options, research info, etc.

TeleSCAN - Provides a WWW interface to primarily European informational resources, for the general public, medical professionals, and researchers.

CancerNet - Updated monthly, this site provides easy access to the most current information on cancer. Included are summaries on cancer treatments, screening and prevention,and information on ongoing clinical trials; fact sheets, publications, etc.

International Journal of Cancer - A journal for professionals, it contains a search engine with articles going back to 1996.

Guide to Internet Resources for Cancer - This is an Index Site with a database designed so that links (over 2200 URLs) can be put with multiple categories.

Texas Cancer Center - This site is a guide to a broad range of prudent treatment options.

CancerGuide - Has a tour designed to guide you to the most appropriate information and also a section on the pros & cons of researching your cancer.

Cancer Patient Resources via the WWW - Includes many excellent links.

CANSEARCH - A large guide to cancer resources on the internet.

National Comprehensive Cancer Network - An alliance of 15 of the U.S.'s leading cancer centers.

Cell Culture Drug Resistance Testing - Includes the pros and cons of this type of controversial testing.

American Cancer Society - Cancer information; programs & events; research progress; "what's new"; and more.

NCCS Guide to Cancer Resources - Information on basic research, clinical trials, support, etc.

Tirgan Oncology Associates - Has information on various treatments, types of cancer, etc.

National Cancer Institute - The Federal Government's (USA) principal agency for cancer research and training.

OncoLink - Provides information about different cancer diseases, links to other cancer related resources, etc.

Journal of the National Cancer Institute - Has peer-reviewed studies, salient news, etc.

Alternative Medicine Sites

Office of Alternative Medicine: Cancer Research Center - Information on what research has been completed to date; goals for the future, etc.

A Guide to Unconventional Cancer Therapies - The Guide was written by the Ontario Breast Cancer Information Exchange Project and funded by Health Canada.

Brain Cancer

National Brain Tumor Foundation - Includes FAQs, information about brain tumor types, background on tumor treatments, and rehabilitation and clinical trials.

The Brain Tumor Society - Provides basic information about brain tumors, FAQs, information on events and conferences, etc.

American Brain Tumor Association - A global organization that funds brain tumor research and provides information to patients to enable them to make educated decisions about their healthcare.

Clinical Trials & Noteworthy Treatments for Brain Tumors - Supplies information on new and/or experimental treatments available for brain tumors.

Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada - A non-profit charitable organization that funds research, provides support services, and educates the public. Includes online publications and back issues of their BrainStorm newsletter.

Breast Cancer

WILLOW - Ontarion Breast Cancer Support and Resource Centre - Their mandate is to build and sustain an accessible, survivor-driven, community-based breast cancer resource centre within a provincial network that enhances the effectiveness of all breast cancer support, information and advocacy systems.

Breast Cancer.Net - Bringing you the latest news on the breast cancer detection and treatment since 1996.

Breast Cancer Center - This resource center has been created especially for those with metastatic breast cancer -- individuals who have been initially diagnosed with Stage IV cancer or who are facing a recurrence.

Ontario Breast Cancer Information Exchange Partnership - This partnership is a coalition of organizations committed to ensuring that information about breast cancer is available to all people in Ontario. Together, our members are working to improve access to information about breast cancer for women, their families, and health care professionals. As a coalition, our strength is our ability to bring together the many members of Ontario’s breast cancer community and provide a forum for information sharing, and cooperative, coordinated problem-solving and action concerning issues related to breast cancer information.

INFO Breast Cancer - Stan and Carol's site is designed to guide and assist your Internet search for information. As a couple, they have drawn from personal experience and their own research on this disease to build their site.

Breast Health - Susan G. Kemen Breast Cancer Foundation - This site supplies lots of information on breast cancer and breast health.

Pathology Simplfied - An extensive site providing information on both lung and breast cancer, as well as pap smears. Numerous links are provided.

Frontier - Breast Cancer Fund - Their mission is to advance education of breast cancer; to advance research into cancer prevention & treatment, and to support and assist the well-being of patients and their families.

Breast Cancer Information Clearinghouse - Provides information for breast cancer patients and their families. It is maintained as a partnership of organizations which provide cancer information to the public.

A Guide to Unconventional Cancer Therapies - The Guide was written by the Ontario Breast Cancer Information Exchange Project and funded by Health Canada.

Look Good...Feel Better - A free program to help Canadian women cope with the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatments. Also offer workshops at major cancer centers across Canada; has a self-help video for sale entitled "Cancer, Confidence and You", etc. See also

Look Good...Feel Better (USA)

Burlington Breast Cancer Support Services Home Page - Provides coping information and ongoing emotional support to women and their families. Has monthly meetings, newsletter, etc.

Colon Cancer

Colon Polyps & Colon Cancer - Dr. Donald E. Mansell's site that provides information on prevention, symptoms, testing, and much more.

The Colon Cancer Information Center - Provides in-depth information on colon cancer and colorectal cancer. Has links to other sites.

Leukemia

Art's Leukemia and Bone Marrow Transplant Links - A listing of links.

Leukaemia Research Fund - A UK charity, this site offers scientific and patient information via a search engine.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - They offer free educational materials/publications, patient services, research information, links, and more.

Prostate Cancer

Virgil's Prostate Online - Includes information sources, Web sites, support services, interviews, and more.

Prostate Health Resources - Although geared towards alternative, noninvasive approaches, this site also includes information on conventional medical treatments; has a recommended reading section; a discussion group; etc.

The Prostate Cancer Infolink - This site is geared towards ordinary people who wish information about one of the commonest forms of cancer in males.

Prostate Pointers - Includes links for abstracts; clinical trials; FAQs; glossery; journals; and much more.

Skin Cancer

National Cancer Institute's Skin Cancer Page - Provides information on the different stages of skin cancer, a general description, and treatments.

American Academy of Dermatology's Skin Cancer News - Provides an explanation of skin cancer, safe sun tips, articles, and newly released research findings.

University of NewCastle's Skin Cancer Page - Information and links to resources for skin cancer (listed by type).

Testicular Cancer

The Testicular Cancer Resource Center - Includes information on treating TC, personal stories, email support, TC questions to ask, the self-exam, and much more.

Diabetes

Diabetes Resource Center - This site features Message Boards, Medical News, Chat Room, links to other Arthritis sites, and more.

Diabetes Well - A complete resource for people interested in Diabetes that includes research news, FAQs, and much more.

DRInet: Academy for the Advancement of Diabetes Research and Treatment - Information on the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami & much more.

Diabetes Monitor - Includes many informational links and a searchable database.

American Diabetes Association - Has research information, legislation information, online magazine, and more.

Canadian Diabetes Association - General information, news on drug trials, etc., list of branches, and more.

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation - Diabetes information and publications; research information, etc.

Digestive Disorders

Digestioninfo.com - This is the website of a couple from Oregon who, after extensive research looking for relief of digestion related ailments, found and tried many remedies, some of which have helped and some of which have not. Their main objectives for this site are to share with you their story, provide you with information on what has helped them and others, and most importantly to give you the information and links that will allow you to quickly research the subject on your own.

The IBS Page - A listing of websites of Educational Institutions, Associations & Organizations, and much more - all related to Irritable Bowel Syndome.

Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

American Whole Health Inc. - Articles, news and research on fibromyalgia. Each week new subjects are explored.

Coping with Fibromyalgia - A six-part series by Deborah A. Barrett, Ph.D.

CFIDS Association of America - A charitable organization dedicated to conquering chronic fatigue and immune dysfunctional syndrome (CFIDS), also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Includes The CFIDS Chronicle; offers educational material for sale; links to other sites; and more.

The American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Includes information for researchers, position papers, conference proceedings, links to other CFS sites, etc.

Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and other Medical Resources - A Medical Information Network for patients and health care professionals.

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention - CFS Homepage - A US Government site that includes diagnostic criteria for CFS, plus definitions, facts, and publications summaries.

Moira's Canberra Fibromyalgia & CFS Page - Containsinformation on Australian/NZ support groups; online discussion groups, articles on chronic pain, links, etc.

Fibromyalgia & Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome Worksheet - A useful tool for tracking symptoms and communicating them to your doctor, etc.

Fibromyalgia Information & Resources - Has good size listing of various text files and available resources.

Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) Support Information - A list of links to FMS sites.

Multiple Sclerosis

Ask NOAH about: Multiple Sclerosis - Lots of information here.

Living With Multiple Sclerosis - An Incredible Journey - An interactive website designed to inform and give some comfort to M.S. sufferers.

MedSupport FSF International - A forum for support, information, sharing and caring, and dealing with the diagnosis, treatment, and care of Multiple Sclerosis.

Article in "On The Brain" journal - An article in the Fall 1996 issue of "On The Brain", the Harvard Mahoney Neuroscience Institute Letter.

The World of Multiple Sclerosis (U.K.) - Information on National M.S. Societies; general info and FAQs in six languages.

Multiple Sclerosis Centre, Oxford - A member of ARMS Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centres, they have links to other sites, including a paper on "Treating M.S. With Prolonged Hyberbaric Oxygenation".

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Inc. - Offers information on both traditional and alternative treatments; has FAQ section, newsletter, information on clinical trials, etc.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Supports MS research; site is resource for latest news, advocacy issues, upcoming events, and more.

International MS Support Foundation - Provides general information, resources, medical info, section for children, etc.

Multiple Sclerosis and Alternative Medicine - An article by Tom Kruzel, ND

Multiple Sclerosis Research Center - Conducts basic cellular & molecular research on the causes of MS and tests novel treatments aimed at suppressing relapses in the illness.

Multiple Sclerosis - Information on what MS is, signs & symptoms, various types, treatments, recommending reading, and more.

Infosci's Home Page - numerous links to various resources.

Parkinson's Disease

Medical Breakthroughs - Article on Parkinson's Pups - Other articles concerning Parkinson's Disease can also be accessed from this site.

Parkinson's Associations Around the World - Lists resources by country.

Parkinson's Foundation of Canada - Information on what Parkinson's Disease is - the cause - symptoms; treatment; diagnosis, and more.

Parkinson's Society of Ottawa - Discussion group; upcoming events; literature, etc.

Parkinson's Disease Archives - Contains monthly lists of medical journal articles.

Parkinson's News from the Front Line - Free exchange of non-medical information between people with the disease and/or caregivers.

Young Parkinson's Handbook - A guide for PD patients and their families.

American Parkinson's Disease Association - Focuses on research, patient service, education, increased public awareness, advocacy, and more.

National Parkinson Foundation Inc. - Information on finding support groups online; library of articles & publications; "Ask the M.D.'s" section; and much more.

The Parkinson's Web - Has information on diagnosing Parkinson's, medical treatments, recent research, and more.

Parkinson's Digest - Offers dialog among those afflicted with this disease, their caregivers and interested others. Information on drugs, research updates, etc.

Schizophrenia

Doctor's Guide to Schizophrenia Information and Resources - Medical news and information for patients or friends/parents of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia or schizophrenia-related disorders.

Schizophrenia - What It Is... - An article and links to websites on schizophrenia.

Article in "On The Brain" journal - An article in the Fall 1996 issue of "On The Brain", the Harvard Mahoney Neuroscience Institute Letter.

The Schizophrenia Homepage - Includes information for people that have this disorder, information for their friends & family, information for researchers & professionals; chat rooms; on-line support groups; etc.

NARSAD - National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression - They raise & distribute funds for scientific research into the causes, cures & treatments, and preventions of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression.

Institutions and Organizations

EurekAlert - Institutions - Long list of medical, educational and scientific institutions.

Institute of HeartMath - Includes a Research Center; and programs designed to provide physicians with new, non-invasive diagnostic tools, etc.

American Academy of Ophthalmology - Provides information about eye care; has an "Ask the Doctor" section, etc.

American Medical Association - A partnership of physicians and their professional associations dedicated to promoting the art & science of medicine. Includes information about the AMA,; journals; searchable feature, etc.

The Canadian Women's Health Network - Promotes communication, information sharing and interaction among interested groups and individuals - includes newsletter.

Health Canada - Develops, promotes, supports and coordinates programs to preserve and advance the health of Canadians - conducts programs to ensure safety of food supply, pharmaceuticals, etc - and more.

Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) - Includes extensive databases and registries on health expenditures, services and professionals.

FDA - The electronic source of information on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

NCAHF - National Council Against Health Fraud - Has search feature for articles; recommended books; periodicals, etc.

World Health Organization - Provides statistical information; library; publications; various diseases and related matters; etc. that are searchable by keywords.

American College for Advancement in Medicine - A non-profit alternative medicine society dedicated to educating physicians on the latest findings & emerging procedures in preventive/nutritional; medicine.

Mental Health