Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Women"
Yukon Territory
Family Violence Resource Directory
This directory lists services, programs, and resources in the Yukon in the area of family violence.
Source : Government of Yukon.
Yukon Women's Directorate
The Yukon Government Women's Directorate is a web site where you will find information about their initiatives, activities and policies. There is information included about women's groups throughout the Yukon as well as upcoming activities or events and much more.
Source : Government of Yukon
Canada
Abuse in Lesbian Relationships: Information and Resources
This paper is written for lesbians who have been in abusive relationships, for friends and families, for lesbian organizations, and for those who work in the area of violence against women. Our objective in this work is to bring assault "out of the closet" and to provide preliminary guidelines for responding to this issue.
Source : Health Canada
As a lesbian, how do I get good health care?
There are many barriers that prevent lesbians from accessing adequate healthcare services. You will find some questions that will help you determine whether a healthcare professional is open to the healthcare needs of lesbians.
Source : Canadian Health Network
Aviation Hall of Fame
The Canadian aviation hall of fame museum located in Reynolds Alberta. It includes members' profile, a brief biographical sketch of the men and women inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame, a section for upcoming events, a photo gallery of aircraft, a guide to go to the museum in Alberta and links to related web sites.
Source : Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame.
Benefits and Risks of Combined (Estrogen and Progestin) Hormone Replacement Therapy
This Web page discusses the benefits and risks of combined hormone replacement therapy, and offers advice to reduce the risks.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among Canadian women. Despite slight declines in mortality rates over the past decade for women with breast cancer, one in nine Canadian women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime; one in 25 Canadian women will die from this disease.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control.
C-Health: Your Health and Wellness Source - Senior's Health
This Web site provides health information: thousands of in-depth, physician-reviewed articles on drugs and conditions, as well as the latest health news, medical research and clinical trials to keep you updated on the latest treatments and diagnostic techniques.
Source : chealth.canoe.ca
The Canadian Letters and Images Project
The Canadian Letters and Images Project: letters, photographs and other documents from men and women in the armed services and nursing services during wartime
Source : Canadian Letters and Images Project
Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA)
The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is a large, national, long-term study that will follow approximately 50,000 Canadian men and women aged 40 and older for a period of at least 20 years.
Source : Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA)
Canadian War Brides
This web site is dedicated to the story of the Canadian war brides and their journey to Canada. It is one of the most fascinating and romantic story of World War Two. Why nearly 45,000 British and European women would leave behind everything that was familiar to start a new life in post-war Canada is a story worth telling.
Source : Canadian War Brides
Canadian War Museum
The Canadian War Museum is a living memorial to those men and women who served in Canada's armed forces. It is also a centre for research and the dissemination of information and expertise on all aspects of the country's military past from the pre-contact era to the present. It preserves the artifacts of Canadian military experience, interprets them for present and future generations, and advances the professional study of Canadian military history, including the effects of war and conflict on the nation and all its citizens.
Source : Canadian War Museum
Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN)
The CWHN is committed to building regional and national links among organizations and individuals who care about women's health.
Cervical Cancer: Screening hard-to-reach groups
This article, published by the Canadian Mediacal Association Journal, discusses the importance of PAP tests for cervical cancer among hard-to-reach groups.
Source : Canadian Medical Association Journal
Her Own Way : Advice for the Woman Traveller
This publication is filled with practical tips specifically of interest to the female traveller. Its prime objective is to inform and inspire Canadian women to travel safely.
Source : Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Heroes Remember Web Site
The Heroes Remember Web site presents the personal recollections of ordinary Canadians who became heroes when confronted with extraordinary circumstances. These men and women are participants and witnesses to historical events on the world stage that shaped a new global reality and helped to define an international identity for Canadians.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Lesbian Health
Tip Sheet for Health Care Providers.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada. Health Policy and Communications Branch.
Mammography
This fact sheet gives information on mammography. Mammograms are X-rays which can show abnormal growths or changes in breast tissue before they can be found by any other method, including breast self-examination.
Source : Health Canada
National Ovarian Cancer Association
The National Ovarian Cancer Association is dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer, providing leadership by: Supporting women and their families living with the disease; Raising awareness in the general public and with health care professionals; Funding research to develop reliable early detection techniques, improved treatments and ultimately, a cure.
Source : National Ovarian Cancer Association
Osteoporosis Information
This page, created by The Arthritis Society, contains many facts on Osteoporosis.
Source : Arthritis Society
Ovarian Cancer Canada
We support women with ovarian cancer and their families, women in general and the broader community through awareness campaigns and activities, the creation and dissemination of education materials appropriate in language, format and content for particular audiences, and fundraising for research in ovarian cancer.
Source : Ovarian Cancer Canada
Reducing The Risk of Breast Cancer
This fact sheet gives information on how you can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Research shows that you can lower your risk of developing the disease or dying from it by minimizing lifestyle and environmental risk factors and through breast cancer screening.
Seniors
The Canadian Health Network (CHN) is a national, bilingual Internet-based health information service. Look here for health information for and about men and women 65 years and older.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network.
Uterine Cancer
This publication will give you and your family introductory information you need when you first learn that you have uterine cancer. It will help you gain a sense of control and help you work with your healthcare team to choose the best treatments for you.
Source : Canadian Cancer Society
Walking for older women
A column published in the Lifestyle Tips series, with tips and insights on becoming more active and maintaining an active lifestyle.
Source : Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute
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