“In July 2011, National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) and Cancer Australia amalgamated to form a single national agency to provide leadership in cancer control and improve outcomes for Australians affected by cancer.” Find here many free resources to due with breast and ovarian cancer, geared towards both the public and to professionals.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
Cancer Australia Connect
This is the newsletter for Cancer Australia. Issues include articles on research, diet, diagnosis, treatment, mammograms, prevention and other issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
The National Coalition for LGBT Health
The National Coalition for LGBT Health
Health resources with the purpose of eliminating disparities in the health outcomes of LGBT populations based upon sexual orientation or gender presentation. The coalition seeks to increase participation by the LGBT community in advocacy for public and private sector policies affecting the delivery of healthcare to LGBT clients.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Breastfeeding – Introduction
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hosts this site on breastfeeding, which includes information regarding how diseases and specific conditions affect human milk, proper handling and storage information for human milk, how specific vaccinations affect a woman???s milk supply, travel recommendations for the nursing mother and more. The s …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
The Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA)
The Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA)
“HMBANA is a non-profit association of donor human milk banks established in 1985 to set standards for and to facilitate establishment and operation of milk banks in North America.” This site also contains information about donor milk processing, the history of milk banking, and a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) about milk banking.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
BioNews
“BioNews, published by the Progress Educational Trust (PET) – a registered charity (number 1011897) whose Patron is Baroness Mary Warnock – provides accurate, balanced and timely news and comment on genetics, assisted conception, embryo/stem cell research and related areas.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Science & Technology–Life Sciences–Genetics
Just the Facts: Baby
Provides information for new and expecting parents. Contains sections about baby care, pregnancy, and parenting. Site features include a panel of experts answering common questions, a due date calculator, and pregnancy birth plan.
Subject: Reference–Experts & How-To; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
The Cycles Page
“The Cycles Page is a web-based application to help you track your monthly menstrual cycle. Because the dates it generates are based on statistics from previous months, it becomes more useful the more you use it… Please keep in mind that this program was written as a general tool to assist you in recording and forecasting your menstrual cycle, th …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Menstruation
Breastfeeding.com – Everything for the New Mom
Breastfeeding.com – Everything for the New Mom
Comprehensive site offering resources on breastfeeding and other infant parenting issues, especially directed towards new parents. Lactation consultants staff an “Ask an Expert” section. Sponsors a separate community for healthcare professionals to discuss lactation issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Lesbian Health – Womenshealth.gov
Lesbian Health – Womenshealth.gov
Answers to frequently asked medical questions and key health information for lesbians and bisexual women, produced by the National Women’s Health Information Center of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health
Susan G. Komen for the Cure: About Breast Cancer
Susan G. Komen for the Cure: About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer-related health information and news. “Here, you’ll find the latest information on diagnosis and treatment, risk factors and screening, including our Breast Cancer Risk Factors Table, and a host of other topics???like complementary therapies, life after treatment, and quality medical care.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
Breastfeeding: Best for Baby. Best for Mom.
Breastfeeding: Best for Baby. Best for Mom.
This site is hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services at WomensHealth.gov. It contains a wealth of information, from common questions and answers about breastfeeding, benefits of breastfeeding, and information about the National Breastfeeding Campaign, including a radio interview with Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona. This sit …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
VBAC.com
This site provides mothers-to-be and maternity care professionals access to research-based information, resources, continuing education and support for VBAC* (vaginal birth after cesarean).
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Pregnancy.org
This site contains information regarding preconception, pregnancy and early childhood. Full of interesting tools, it includes a customizable pregnancy calendar, baby name finder, bulletin boards to chat with other expectant moms, a video library, and articles and essays all about fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Pregnancy Guide to Fetal Development
Pregnancy Guide to Fetal Development
The University of Maryland Medical Center created this site which allows you to get an ???insider???s view of a baby in the making??? from its conception all the way to term. You can watch the entire development or freeze the images week by week to see how the fetus changes and grows over time.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
AskDrSears.com
This comprehensive site contains information on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, family nutrition, fussy babies, sleep problems, childhood illnesses, bottlefeeding and more.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth seeks to prepare pregnant women and their partners for a well-informed, natural birth experience through a series of 12 classes. This method of childbirth education is also called ???Husband-Coached Childbirth.??? This site contains information on diet for pregnancy and a directory of certified Bradley Met …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
myMidwife.org
Created by the American College of Nurse Midwives, this site contains information on midwifery, pregnancy, and family centered care. Find out what midwives do, information on prenatal, gynecological, and infant care, or find a certified midwife.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding–Birth
PSI: Postpartum Support International
PSI: Postpartum Support International
Find out what postpartum depression/mood disorders are and their symptoms, in addition to locating postpartum resources for moms and their families, resources for fathers, and information on finding support groups in your area.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health–Depression; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Kellymom.com: Breastfeeding and Parenting
Kellymom.com: Breastfeeding and Parenting
Kellymom.com offers breastfeeding support and information, including free, downloadable handouts. The site also includes information on parenting, when to start solid foods, nutrition for mom and baby, and post-partum depression. Searchable.
Subject: Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Parenting & Family Life; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding