Useful Websites and Links

Below are a collection of websites and links that our physicians thought you might find helpful.  We will be adding to this list as time goes on, so please keep checking back.  

• Canadian Diabetes Association — programs, services, publications and resources from The Canadian Diabetes Association

• Canadian Hearing Society - arrange a hearing test for adults and children

• HPV Info — information on HPV from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

• Living with Arthritis — programs, services, publications and resources from The Arthritis Society

• Menopause and U — information on menopause from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

• The North American Menopause Society — information sheets written by menopause experts that provide clear, easy-to-understand explanations of important menopause-related topics.

• Ontario Physiotherapy Association — information from The Ontario Physiotherapy Association, including a link to locate a physiotherapist near you

• Osteoporosis Canada - recommendations for calcium and vitamin D intake as well as a dietary calcium calculator 

• Pelvic Health Solutions — information on pelvic health and the role of pelvic floor physiotherapy

• Sex & U — information on sexual health from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

• Smokers' Helpline — tools to help with quitting smoking from the Canadian Cancer Society

Preventative Care

• Vaccinations — information on Ontario's Routine Immunization Schedule

• Choosing Wisely Canada — a campaign to help physicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary tests, treatments, and procedures 

• Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care - information about preventative health screening guidelines in Canada

mental health

• Anxiety BC ― a comprehensive online resource for patient with anxiety; highlights include the Resource Documents section and the Mind Shift mobile app

• Beacon 2.0 Depression Services ― list of internet-based resources for depression that are based on CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) principles

• Big White Wall - online mental health and wellbeing service offering self-help programmes, creative outlets and an online community moderated by trained staff, supported by OTN (Ontario Telemedicine Network)

• BounceBack - free 1on1 telephone coaching program for adults and youth 15+ , learn skills to help manage worry and anxiety, combat unhelpful thinking, and become more active and assertive, free to people living in Ontario and who have a valid health card number

• Canadian Mental Health Association ― resources on mental health including information 

• CBT-i Coach - improve sleep / insomnia through cognitive behaviour therapy

• ConnexOntario ― free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness, or gambling  

• Drug and Alcohol Helpline ― provides information about drug and alcohol addiction services in Ontario

• Gerstein Crisis Centre ― 24-hour community based mental health crisis service

• Greenspace - a made in Toronto tool to potentially help patients find a better therapist match

• Headspace App - meditation and mindfulness app

• HeadsUpGuys - free online resource that offers men information, practical tips, and guidance for managing and recovering from depression

• Mental Health Helpline ― provides information about mental health services in Ontario

• Ontario Psychological Association Referral Service ― searchable database of registered psychologists for a variety of counselling needs

• Psychotherapy Referral Service ― helps match patients with a psychotherapist based on his/her individual needs

• Online and Emergency Resources for Teens - list of online apps, programs, and phone lines compiled by FMPE

• Self-Help Resource Centre ― includes a directory of self-help groups in Toronto

• Sleep Hygiene ― helpful tips on improving sleep habits

nutrition & Fitness

• Canada's Food Guide — nutrition resources from Health Canada

• Darebee - independent fitness resource run and maintained by a small group of volunteers and fitness professionals; workout plans, challenges, fitness information, nutrition, and meal plans are all free to access and download; supported by user donations

• Eat Right Ontario — nutrition and healthy eating information

• The Mediterranean Diet - heart healthy diet

• Heart and Stroke Foundation — programs, services, publications and resources including healthy eating, healthy weight and physical activity

• Regular Exercise Advice - regular exercise helps reduce heart disease

Pregnancy & Fertility

• Pregnancy related links — curated by Dr. Crawford and Dr. Nathwani, Magenta Health family doctors

• Fertility - website written by Canadian fertility doctors addressing numerous questions around getting pregnant and fertility

• Toronto Public Health — information on breastfeeding, pregnancy, child development, parenting, immunization, etc.; includes free online information and programs

Pediatrics

• About Kids Health — health information for parents and children from The Hospital for Sick Children

• Toronto Public Health — information on breastfeeding, pregnancy, child development, parenting, immunization, etc.; includes free online information and programs

• Autism Parent Resource Kit - a Government of Ontario resource to help parents navigate available services, supports and programs

• Breastfeeding Information — breastfeeding resources from Dr. Jack Newman

• Caring for Kids — health information for parents and children from the Canadian Pediatric Society

• Comfort, Play and Teach Developmental Milestones — Help promote your child's developmental milestones in various domains of development (social, emotional, language, intellectual, gross and fine motor).

• Feeding Your Baby from Six Months to One Year — guide to help introduce solid foods to babies

• Guide to Formula Feeding - resource from beststart

• Immunization Well-Child Toolkit

  • Why Vaccinations Are a Healthy Choice for a Strong Immune System - guide to address top concerns from parents about vaccines to help them make informed and healthy choices for their children.

  • Tips for a Positive Immunization Experience - steps to take before, during, and after a vaccine for a better immunization experience.

  • If You Choose Not to Vaccinate Your Child - disclosure of the risks of not vaccinating your child.

• Introducing Solids — guide to starting solid foods from The Hospital for Sick Children

• Mothercraft — early childhood resources including programs, workshops, and interventions

• New Parent Resource Guide — information for new parents from the University Health Network

• Rourke Baby Record for Parents — health information for parents and children from the Rourke Baby Record; includes information about normal child growth and development, along with information on common health topics

• Toronto Preschool Speech & Language Services — provides resources and supports to infants, toddlers, preschool children and their families living in the City of Toronto experiencing challenges with communication development, hearing loss, and visual impairment.