Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities 
A community based organisation which represents the rights and needs of people of non-English speaking background with a disability, and their carers. Includes downloadable brochures about services.
http://www.adec.org.au/
Australian Red Cross Blood Services 
Frequently asked questions, who is eligible, donor well being, and benefits of giving blood. Also information on blood, how it is produced, different types, and how donated blood is used.
http://www.donateblood.com.au/
Australian Spine Institute 
Offering training programmes, software, and information booklets for physiotherapists. Includes course details, company profile, and practitioner resources.
http://www.spineinstitute.com.au/
BC Medical Pty Ltd 
Australian representative of the McKenzie Institute, offering courses and products for use by practitioners of this method of physical therapy. Includes schedules, locations, and contact details.
http://www.backcare4u.com.au/
Go for 2&5 
Public campaign to increase awareness about the benefits of healthy eating. Includes nutritional information, state initiatives, recipes and children's section.
http://www.gofor2and5.com.au
Health Information 
Links to evidence-based and non-commercial sites are grouped by life stages and by topic. Includes a section on Australian resources.
http://www.healthinformation.com.au/
HealthInsite 
Independent information on diseases, fitness, aging, and health services. Includes a newsletter and events calendar. Sponsored by the Australian Government.
http://www.healthinsite.gov.au
Lifeline's Justlook 
Comprehensive national database of low cost or free health and community services offered throughout Australia.
http://justlook.org.au
Med-E-Serv 
Provider of online professional education for the health care sector. Includes information on conferences, group collaborations, standard programmes, and customised development.
http://www.medeserv.com.au/
MyDr 
Provides articles and news items about diseases and conditions, tests, medications, health and fitness. Sponsored by the MIMS Consumer Health Group.
http://www.mydr.com.au
National BBQ Day 
Information on activities and fundraising for The National Heart Foundation of Australia.
http://www.nationalbbqday.com.au
Nutrition Australia 
Non-profit, independent body promoting the health and well-being of all Australians. Includes nutrition news and health facts.
http://www.nutritionaustralia.org/
SunSmart 
Program for reducing the incidence of skin cancer due to sun exposure. Includes details of campaigns and research, as well as information on sunburn and protection. Based in Australia and supported internationally by World Health Organization.
http://www.sunsmart.com.au/
Swim and Survive 
The Royal Surf Life Saving Society presents information on water safety, including details of courses, school programmes, and activities for children.
http://www.royallifesaving.com.au/www/html/453-what-is-swim-and-survive.asp
Victorian Poisons Information Centre 
Provides Australia-wide contacts, advice on prevention, first aid guides, and information sheets to download on bites, stings, and household dangers.
http://www.rch.org.au/poisons/
Virtual Medical Centre 
Provides medical and health technology information to patients, families and professionals. Includes specialty sections with details of diseases, treatment and research. Free online membership.
http://www.virtualmedicalcentre.com
World Health Organization (WHO) - Australia 
UN health agency provides news, information and statistics on the country's public health issues and services, professional health workers, disease outbreaks, and government legislation and expenditures.
http://www.who.int/countries/aus/en/
e Medical Australia 
A broad range of medical information, up to date news, the advice, support, plus chat rooms on key concerns and issues.
http://www.emedical.com.au
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