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Government of Canada - Health Care Portal
Provides access to a wide range of information,
publications and studies on aging, developmental disabilities and
general health care issues.
The Health and Health Care of People with Intellectual
Disabilities (U.S.)
A study by Special Olympics in the United States
presents information on the lack of training among health professionals
to treat health problems of people with intellectual disabilities;
these training inadequacies are cited as a factor in poor access
to proper healthcare for this population. Available from:
http://northamerica.specialolympics.org/research/documents/CACW_Health.pdf
Offers tools and resources to assist voluntary organizations
influence health policy. Tools are available to build relationships,
identify opportunities, and find practical ways to influence health
policy. This site has been developed to increase the policy
capacity of Voluntary Organizations Working in Health (VOWH), Health
Canada, and the Public Health Agency of Canada.
Service Canada – Persons with Disabilities Online
Access to services and information on health care
and other topics for persons with disabilities, family members,
caregivers and all Canadians.
University of Western Ontario - Developmental Disabilities
Division (DDD)
The
overall goal of the DDD is to promote optimum health
care for persons with a developmental disability through education,
research and service. The web site provides access to the
DDD Clinical Bulletin that publishes articles on developmental disabilities;
training and education opportunities and links to many related web
sites.
http://www.ddd.uwo.ca/
Mesothelioma Cancer Network
The Mesothelioma Cancer Network has created and developed this site to provide answers and support for people diagnosed with mesothelioma, as well as their families and loved ones. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos and has long been considered a mystery and incurable.
http://www.MesotheliomaSymptoms.com/mesothelioma-survival-rate
Asbestos.com
Asbestos.com is the web's leading resource for up-to-date information regarding asbestos exposure and resulting illnesses. Asbestos.com provides free informational books, packets and a Patient Advocacy that works 1-on-1 with individuals to help them find local doctors, treatment centers and support groups.
http://www.asbestos.com
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