Back Problems

Websites

Spine-Health.com
Included symptoms, causes, treatment and diagnosis for all kinds of neck and back pain.

Blood Disorders

Websites

Canadian Blood Services
Manage the blood supply for Canada and the national network of stem cell donors.

Brain

Websites

Ontario Brain Injury Association
Includes reports, news and research on acquired brain injury.

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
The official website of this national, not-for-profit organization that aims to support, educate and assist with research.

The Whole Brain Atlas
Contains numerous pictures of the normal brain, the brain after a stroke, brain tumours and other brain -related diseases.

Celiac Disease

Websites

Canadian Celiac Association
A national organization dedicated to providing services and support to persons with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis through programs of awareness, advocacy, education and research.

Cerebral Palsy

Websites

Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy
A non-profit, charitable organization with a mandate to address the changing needs of people in Ontario with cerebral palsy offering support, advocacy and assistance.

National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Strokes
This research institute is funded through the US Dept. of Health.  It provides information on diagnosis, prognonsis, research and information in English and Spanish. There are many publications available through this website.

Cystic Fibrosis

Websites

Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Links you to information about living with Cystic Fibrosis, what it is and the newest research in the field.

Diabetes

Websites

Canadian Diabetes Association
Information on this website can be read in English, French, and Chinese.  It includes current news releases, lists of regional offices, aboriginal information and more. 

Down Syndrome

In My Community

London Down Syndrome Association
A nonprofit organization providing educational information, support, and opportunities for socializing in our community.  

Child and Parent Resource Institute
Provide services to children and youth with complex mental health and/or developmental challenges. Services include assessment, consultation, treatment, research and education.

Websites

Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Links to numerous resources, events, personal stories and a public forum.

Down Syndrome Research Foundation
Canadian based foundation that actively disseminates information research results as well as educational programs and training.

Eating Disorders

In My Community

Hope's Garden
A local resource offering a safe and supportive environment to people who suffer from eating disorders and for their families and friends.

Epilepsy

Websites

Epilepsy Canada
In addition to basic facts, coping strategies, diagnosis and treatment, a special section for both children and teens is included.

Eye Conditions

In My Community

Ivey Eye Institute
The largest eye care centre in Western Ontario, this site provides research, patient information and external links.

CNIB
Provides information in a question and answer format along with diagrams on conditions such as Glaucoma, Age Related Macular Degeneration, Lazy Eye and more.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Websites

Fetal Alcohol Disorders Society

Research, information, support and communications.  This website is based out of Bright's Grove Ontario. 

Heart and Stroke

Websites

Heart and Stroke Foundation
Provides the basics about heart disease and strokes as well as information in several different languages.