Mission statement, principles, who's who, and lists of programmes, services, support agencies, and related internet links including usenet newsgroups.

Public health advocates who develop awareness of, and promote, environmental health issues. Discusses latest concerns, news, links, reports and literature.

A charitable organization that helps those affected by education, support, and research. Includes background, services, membership, message board, library, resources, and contact details of all provincial groups.

Support for people with brain injuries and their families. Serves as an advocacy group with government, the public and the health care system. Provides news, discussion groups, association officers, events, meetings, resources and programs.

Focuses on networking, support, education and research. Includes an international discussion forum, information on tamoxifen, and links to resources.

Resources and services for the visually impaired, their families and care givers. Describes services, links to other similar agencies and centres, plus a history of the institute.

The association responds to the needs of all people with spinal cord injuries and their families. Discusses awards, counselling, donations, emergency equipment loans, fertility program, K-9 companions, library, scholarships and used equipment.

A partnership of scientists, clinicians and members of community-based cancer related programs. Vision, guiding principles, committee information, grant details and application form, funded project descriptions, and official reports.

Introduces the goals, services offered, resources and information available, a diabetes newsletter, health care team visits and activities of the program.

Resources for diabetics including information on symptoms, diagnosis, screening, targets, treatment and complications.

Discussion and support forums for people to share ideas and concerns and to learn more about type 1 or 2 Diabetes. Includes references to online resources.

Provides support for people with epilepsy, promotes awareness, advocacy, and research into treatment and prevention. Features information about the organization, services and programs offered, volunteer opportunities, and epilepsy. [Requires Java]

A cardio-vascular disease prevention program, part of a national strategy. Offers a backgrounder, information about the program's demonstration phase, a questionnaire, communication plan, staff list, health survey, and links to other sites.

A five year study to measure and improve the quality and care provided to Nova Scotians with cardiovascular disease. Offers information for patients, care providers, research and newsletter. Flash only.

Provides education, community service, support, advocacy and research for asthma, lung transplants, and related illnesses.

The association works to increase awareness of environmental health issues in province. Gives articles, tips and resources.

Discusses program news, structure, brochures, information, cervical cancer, and Nova Scotia Well Women's clinics.

Links citizens with disabilities or health problems to resources and services. Offers a search function, alphabetic listing and list of links to assisting agencies.

Offers information, lists of members only resources, special events, and links to related sites.

Enables all with physical disabilities to enhance their lives by realizing their potential. Offers activities, programs, fund raising, safety and living tips, a table of contents and links to related sites.

Information about the history, diagnosis, and treatment of arthritis, contact information for other provincial societies, and a link to the Arthritis Self-Management Program details.

A support group for families and individuals affected by autism or pervasive developmental disorder. Offers disorder definition, recognition, signs, help, a resource library, support groups, and links to other resources.

The association offers advocacy, support, and referral services to children, parents and professionals dealing with learning disabilities. Offers services, resources, contact details and links to similar organizations.