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Look Good Feel Better

Operated by the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association Foundation, Look Good Feel Better offers local programs aimed at improving physical appearance of cancer patients undergoing treatment through the use of cosmetics, wigs and hair coverings.

The Dietitians Association of Australia

Provides information about nutrition as well as help in locating an accredited dietician.

The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women’s Health

The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women’s Health translates the latest research findings into practical health and lifestyle approaches for women and their health professionals. The website also includes information about early menopause and managing menopause.

The Australasian Menopause Society

The Australasian Menopause Society provides professional and consumer information about menopause.

Osteoporosis Australia

Osteoporosis Australia is a research and advocacy group providing news about latest developments.

Australian Integrative Medicine Association (AIMA)

List of GPs and/or specialists who are members of the AIMA and practising some form of Integrative Medicine (complementary medicine).

Australian Council of Stoma Associations (ACSA)

ACSA provides patients who have undergone stomal surgery access to local associations and support groups, and information and advice about locally available resources.

Palliative Care Australia

Telephone 02 6232 4433
Palliative Care Australia is the national peak body for palliative care, which aims to work toward the relief of pain and suffering of dying people and the provision of the care they, and their families, need. State and territory contact details can be obtained from the national body.

Continence Foundation of Australia

Telephone 03 9347 2522
The Continence Foundation of Australia provides information and advice and promotes education, support and research.

National Continence Helpline

Telephone 1800 330 066 (Freecall)
The National Continence Helpline provides free, professional and confidential advice about any continence issue to people with incontinence, their families and carers. The Helpline also provides supplementary information for medical and allied health professionals.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 July 2009 11:52  

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