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| In the name of a good cause and an attempt to break the world record, more than 40,000 Australians will shave or colour their hair (heads, eyebrows, legs, beard, chest). The event, from 14-16 March 2002, aims to raise $7 million for leukaemia research and support. Click on the map to find your nearest shave location, register online as a participant, make a donation, sponsor a shavee, send a fun e-card or download fact sheets and images.
In a netshell: Can you cut it?
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| If you have a question about gynaecological cancer, ask the contributors to this site and you'll be answered within 24 hours. The Queensland-grown site is allegedly the world's largest devoted to gynaecological cancer issues. Gynaecological cancer refers to all cancers of the female reproductive tract and is responsible for 1300 new Queensland patients annually (more than 25,000 people nationally). You'll find holistic information for patients, carers, students and medical professionals along with an email discussion support group.
In a netshell: Online help.
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| Most health challenges are caused by faulty food intake (chemicals, preservatives, artificial additives, pesticides and cooking), according to the creators of this site. They aim to educate the world about the power of the living and raw vegetarian food diet. You’ll find articles, resources, links, testimonials, information, support and dozens of recipes for fruits, vegetables, sprouts, nuts, seeds, grains, sea veges and other natural unprocessed foods.
In a netshell: Feel alive.
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| Christmas dinner is no fun if you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, nausea, abdominal pain, constipation or another digestion-related disorder. This free resource explains IBS and gathers a bellyful of links. Join the forums to discuss ways to deal with side-effects and how to manage long-distance trips.
In a netshell: In a net shell: Tummy soother.
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| Spice up your love life with the help of your spice rack. Spices have been used to hide signs of putrefaction in food, to tantalise the taste buds and to enhance romance. Find out which spices have aphrodisiacal properties and learn how to use them. Follow the links on the left to other aphrodisiacs, from maths to pine nuts.
In a netshell: Hot stuff.
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| Apart from the tales your friend taunt you with the next day, it can be difficult to judge your own drinking patterns. Take this interactive quiz from UK-based Netdoctor as a guide. If you need help, follow the links at the bottom.
In a netshell: Alcohol answers.
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| Can’t sleep for worrying about the state of the world? Visit this site, turn up your speakers and start counting the sheep.
In a netshell: Zzzzzz.
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| Access more than 500,000 health and medical-related web pages easily with the help of the intelligent health search engine Mediwarp. Use the search field or choose from the bumper directory of pre-selected sites in about 30 categories including aging, fitness, senses, child health, weight loss and substance abuse. Narrow your search with Mediwarp’s free tips or by sub-categories such as articles, personal pages, support groups, clinics and services, or product marketing.
In a netshell: Healthy helper.
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| GPs and people with cancer can access free practical information and a referral database of cancer specialists in Queensland, and eventually Australia, online. The site's creators, Brisbane radiation oncologists Michael Poulsen and Jonathan Ramsay, say the directory simplifies the process of choosing cancer services in Australia. The site includes links to national and international cancer organisations and an online bookshop. Search by type of cancer, type of specialist, location, private or public hospital, or keyword.
In a netshell: Healthy start.
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| Are men really brain damaged at birth? How can the brain cheer unhappy humans? Can high levels of stress hormone impair memory? Does a drink a day keep mental decline away? If you thought you knew your own brain, think again. You'll find fascinating articles on regeneration, creativity, sleep, diseases and conditions, free tests and quizzes to improve your brain's performance.
In a netshell: Think about it.
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