External Resources
Menopause
European Menopause and Andropause Society
European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS) promotes the study of midlife health through its journal, congresses, schools and website and encourages the exchange of research and professional experience between members. Using a range of activities and through its affiliates, EMAS aims to guarantee and provide the same standard of education and information throughout Europe on midlife health in both genders.
International Menopause Society
International Menopause Society (IMS) is a UK based Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with our headquarters in Cornwall, UK. It was created in 1978 in Jerusalem during the Menopause Congress. In addition to organizing congresses, symposia, and workshops, the IMS owns its own journal: Climacteric, the Journal of the International Menopause Society, published by Taylor & Francis. The IMS has two sub-organs: CAMS, the Council of Affiliated Menopause Societies, and the WSSM, the World School for the Study of the Menopause.
International Menopause Society CAMS
https://www.imsociety.org/membership/cams/cams-canadian-menopause-society-societ…
The International Menopause Society (IMS) established the Council of Affiliated Menopause Societies (CAMS) to support the delivery of the Society’s Mission and Vision. CAMS is comprised of national and regional menopause societies. CAMS also provides support to establish menopause societies in areas where there are none. CAMS has the following objectives: 1) To establish connectivity and partnership working across the national and regional menopause societies and with the IMS. 2) To actively engage in the delivery of IMS educational activities, events and World Congress, to support the development of new initiatives, and to encourage membership to the IMS within their country/region.
Menopause Foundation of Canada
https://menopausefoundationcanada.ca/
The Menopause Foundation of Canada is a registered non-profit organization that was created to advocate for the support women need in their menopausal years from the health care system, government, business and the broader community. Women enter menopause in the prime of their lives, while they are making outsized contributions to their families, workplaces and society at large. Ending the silence, misinformation and stigma of menopause benefits us all. Ensuring women have access to care and treatment options through their health care journey, and that they are supported in the workplace, is critical to Canada’s success.
Menopauseinformation.ca
http://menopauseinformation.ca
Click the above link for a series of videos that chaired by Dr. Lorraine Dontigny, an Obstetrician-Gynecologist practicing at VM-Med in Montreal discussing menopause topics with Canadian menopause experts to help you on your menopause journey.
The Menopause Society (formerly the North American Menopause Society)
The Menopause Society (formerly the North American Menopause Society) welcomes all menopause and age-related healthcare providers and scientists. At the society, we support your healthcare efforts by making the latest menopause research, resources, and support available at your fingertips.
Osteoporosis
American Society for Bone and Mineral Research
http://www.asbmr.org/Default.aspx
The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) is a professional, scientific and medical society established to bring together clinical and experimental scientists who are involved in the study of bone and mineral metabolism.
International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF)
The International Osteoporosis Foundation's (IOF) headquarters are located in Nyon, Switzerland, with regional offices established in Buenos Aires, Dubai, and Singapore. IOF's global structure is comprised of three committees: the Committee of National Societies representing 232 societies in 98 locations, the Committee of Scientific Advisors comprising 140 members, and the Committee of Corporate Advisors representing 32 companies.
International Society for Clinical Densitometry
The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) is a non-profit organization providing a central educational resource for multiple scientific disciplines with an interest in bone mass measurement. ISCD membership is composed of clinicians, technologists and industry members.
Osteoporosis Canada
Osteoporosis Canada is a registered charity, and is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis.
Other
Active Aging Canada
http://www.activeagingcanada.ca
Active Aging Canada is a charitable, not-for profit organization. Its mission is to support lifelong healthy active aging of adult Canadians through participation, education, research, and promotion.
American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is the nation's leading group of professionals providing health care for women. Based in Washington, DC, it is a private, voluntary, nonprofit membership organization.
Breast Cancer Society of Canada
The Breast Cancer Society of Canada is a national organization with family focused roots. It was established by Lawrence and Kay Greenaway, in memory of their daughter Pam who died of breast cancer at 38 years old. She left behind two small children and a loving husband. The Greenaway and Kohlmeier families positively transformed their deep loss into a mission to raise money to fund the research that could ultimately cure this devastating disease.
Canadian Association of Retired Persons
Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) is a national, non-profit association committed to promoting social change to bring financial security, access to health care and freedom from discrimination.
Canadian Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.ca/en/?region=bc
The Canadian Cancer Society is a national, community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.
Canadian Diabetes Association
The Canadian Diabetes Association leads the fight against diabetes by helping those affected by diabetes live healthy lives, preventing the onset and consequences of diabetes, and discovering a cure.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
https://www.heartandstroke.ca/women/womens-risk-factors
A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of developing a condition or disease. While aging increases risk for heart disease and stroke, women face unique risk factors at every life stage. Knowing your risks is the first step in managing them.
National Osteoporosis Foundation
The National Osteoporosis Foundation is dedicated to preventing osteoporosis, promoting strong bones, and reducing human suffering through education, advocacy and research.
Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist of Canada
Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist of Canada (SOGC) is one of Canada’s oldest national specialty organizations. Established in 1944, the Society’s mission is to promote excellence in the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology and to advance the health of women through leadership, advocacy, collaboration, and education.
The Lung Association
For more than 100 years, the Canadian Lung Association (CLA) has led the fight for healthy lungs and healthy air. The CLA is the leading organization in Canada working to save lives, prevent and improve lung health through research, advocacy, education and support.
Risk Assessment Tool
FRAX: WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool
The FRAX® tool has been developed by WHO to evaluate fracture risk of patients. It is based on individual patient models that integrate the risks associated with clinical risk factors as well as bone mineral density (BMD) at the femoral neck.