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Cervical screening/cancer sites
Breast screening/cancer sites
Newborn metabolic screening sites
Antenatal HIV screening sites
General cancer and screening sites
Health education resources
Journals and publications
New Zealand health sites
Cervical screening/cancer sites
International sites
American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
Established in 1964, the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (ASCCP) is the health care professionals’ organisation committed to improving health through the study, prevention, diagnosis, and management of lower genital tract disorders.
Australian Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
The Australian Society provides a forum for education and the dissemination of knowledge relevant to the diagnosis and management of the disease processes of the cervix, vagina and vulva.
National Health and Medical Research Council, Australia
NHMRC supports health and medical research; for developing health advice for the Australian community, health professionals and governments; and for providing advice on ethical behaviour in health care and in the conduct of health and medical research.
The British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
The Society aims to promote excellence in the practice of colposcopy and screening for cervical pre-cancer and cancer. This will be enhanced by informing women and promoting best standards of care in colposcopy with structured training, audit and research.
HPV Today is a newsletter that conveys research information to clinicians. It has information on relevant advances in diagnosis, prevention and clinical management of patients as well as conveying the current thinking of the opinion leaders in the field.
NHS Cervical Screening Programme, United Kingdom
The website of the UK’s national cervical screening programme.
National Cervical Screening Program, Australia
The website of Australia’s national cervical screening programme
National Cervical Screening Program, Australia – useful links
Links to the cervical screening programs in different states of Australia.
New Zealand sites
New Zealand Society of Cytology
The New Zealand Society of Cytology is a voluntary organisation that seeks to bring together all those with a professional interest in cytopathology. It has a strong emphasis on education, professional development and quality improvement. Cytopathology is the study of disease at the cellular level.
The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science
The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science is the professional organisation that represents those engaged in the profession and practise of Medical Laboratory Science in New Zealand. It promotes professional excellence through communication, education and a code of ethics to achieve the best laboratory service for the benefit of the patient.
The Silver Ribbon Foundation is for all New Zealanders affected by Gynaecological Cancers (including cervical, uterine, ovarian and vulval cancers). The Foundation is a vital source of information and support and aims to raise awareness of gynaecological cancer in New Zealand.
Breast screening/cancer sites
International sites
The website for BreastScreen Australia.
International Breast Cancer Screening Network
The International Breast Cancer Screening Network (IBSN) is a voluntary consortium of countries that have active population-based screening mammography programs.
NHS Breast Screening Programme
The website of the UK’s National Breast Cancer Screening Programme.
Information on breast cancer from the Public Health Agency of Canada.
Information about breast screening from England’s Department of Health.
Nottingham International Breast Education Centre
The Breast Education Centre in Nottingham is one of the leading training centres in the United Kingdom. This website has information about breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment and research.
A number of links to breast cancer organisations in the UK.
National Breast Cancer Centre - Australia
The National Breast Cancer Centre (NBCC) aims to reduce mortality and improve the wellbeing of women diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer.
The Institute of Cancer Research - UK
Information on breast cancer from one of the world’s foremost independent cancer research organisations.
New Zealand sites
The Cancer Society has information on cancer and treatment. Publications and booklets can be downloaded from the site.
New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation
Aims to reduce the number of New Zealanders who die from breast cancer and to improve outcomes and quality of life for those affected.
Royal NZ College of GPs - guidelines on early detection of breast cancer
A site with comprehensive guidelines for primary care providers on breast cancer. The guidelines include discussion on specific risk factors, investigations in symptomatic and asymptomatic women, diagnostic tests and considerations for Maori patients.
A New Zealand organisation for women with breast cancer and their supporters.
Newborn metabolic screening sites
The March of Dimes website contains information about pregnancy, birth and the health of babies. Because it is an overseas site, not all information will be relevant to New Zealand. For example, the site mentions some conditions that are not currently screened for in New Zealand.
New Zealand Organisation for Rare Disorders
The New Zealand Organisation for Rare Disorders (NZORD) provides New Zealand's central starting point for information about rare disorders.
Cystic Fibrosis Association of New Zealand
The Cystic Fibrosis Association of New Zealand website provides information about Cystic Fibrosis.
The Newborn Screening Info website provides fact sheets on the metabolic disorders screened in the New Zealand programme. It includes descriptions of each disorder and how they can be detected and treated.
Antenatal HIV screening sites
The NZ AIDS Foundation (NZAF) works in community based HIV and AIDS care/support services as well as in the health promotion sector.
Positive Women Inc. is a support organisation for women (and families) living with HIV/AIDS.
General cancer and screening sites
The homepage of the American Government’s main cancer agency. Provides a range of information on reducing risks and ways to cope with cancer.
UK National Screening Committee
The UK National Screening Committee advises on the viability, effectiveness and appropriateness of screening programmes.
Health education resources
HealthEd is a Ministry of Health website where health workers and the public can search for and order publications and resources from a comprehensive database.
The homepage for Te Ohu Rata O Aotearoa, a national organisation of Maori health professionals and health service providers. It covers korero, hui and panui and other resources.
Journals and publications
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
American Journal of Public Health
American Journal of Preventative Medicine
New Zealand health sites
The Cancer Society has information on cancer and treatment. Publications and booklets can be downloaded from the site.
Women's Health Action is a charitable trust set up to disseminate information on health to women. You can order pamphlets on privacy, and on topics such as mammography and HRT. The site has news articles from New Zealand and overseas on women's health and on screening programmes.
National Women's Health Information
Homepage of National Women's Hospital in Auckland. Go to Enquiries and Information to connect with the Health Information Unit. You can email for brochures on cervical screening and breast disorders, or ask for more specific information on women's health.
A general website covering a range of health topics. Information on support groups, health conditions such as breast cancer, and on tests and treatments, including mammography.
Family Planning works to promote a positive view of sexuality and to enable people to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health and well-being. Services include contraception, STI checks, menopause, talking to your children about sexuality, educational resources, vasectomy, PMS, adolescent sexuality, and pregnancy.
New Zealand College of Midwives
The New Zealand College of Midwives (NZCOM) is the professional organisation and recognised 'voice' for midwives in New Zealand. NZCOM represents over 2000 members and works in partnership with maternity consumer groups and individual women to ensure high quality maternity and midwifery services in New Zealand.
The role and functions of NZCOM include:
Professional Practice Advice and Information, Professional development/standards, Quality Assurance, Education, Liaison, Research, Communication and Promotion and Legal Advice and representation