The Canadian Cancer Society provides information about specific cancers, risk reduction, treatment, research, and support for people living with cancer. Links to provincial associations are included. (
http://www.cancer.ca/ccs/internet/cancer/0,,3172,00.html
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The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada supplies information about risk factors for heart disease and stroke, women's health issues, healthy eating, managing stress, getting active, stopping smoking, and maintaining a healthy weight. Resources for teachers are also available. (
http://ww1.heartandstroke.ca/Page.asp?PageID=24
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The Canadian Diabetes Association is a resource for people with diabetes and those affected by the disease. Information about diabetes, diabetic diets, and the treatment of diabetes is provided. A section of the site is devoted to professionals treating those affected by diabetes. (
http://www.diabetes.ca/Section_Main/welcome.asp
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Using the menu panel, go to Eat Well, Live Well; choose English Home, then Let's Make a Meal! Using the sample daily menu plan, Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide, and the Food Guide Calculator, you can play this delicious game. Just follow the steps on the web site. (
http://www.dietitians.ca/
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