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.
European Menopause and Andropause Society Newsletter Subscription
http://emas-online.org/News/130/75/newsletter.html
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.
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.
North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
North American Menopause Society (NAMS) welcomes all menopause and age-related healthcare providers and scientists. At NAMS, 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.
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.
Federation of Medical Women of Canada
The Federation of Medical Women of Canada (FMWC) is committed to being The voice of women doctors in Canada, across all specialties and provinces. It provides women physicians the opportunity to take part in initiatives concerning women's health at local, national and international levels by developing leadership, education, networking, advocacy, mentoring and strategic alliances.
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.