Welcome
The Australian Addison's Disease Association seeks to:
Educate the medical profession to have a higher awareness of Addison's disease / Adrenal Insufficiency.
Make the general public aware of Addison's disease / Adrenal Insufficiency.
Supply up to date information to people with Addison's disease / Adrenal Insufficiency.
Supply a caring network to give support for people with Addison's disease / Adrenal Insufficiency.
In particular, we hope to share information relevant to sufferers of Addison's disease and all other forms of Adrenal Insufficiency
in and around Australia, and encourage mutual support through our growing network of State-based branches.
Addison's?
Addison's Disease is a rare endocrine, or hormonal disorder involving the adrenal glands that affects approximately 10 in 100,000 people.
Medical Articles
A collection of Medical Information about Addison's and related conditions from Professionals and other organisations worldwide.
The Association
The Australian Addison's Disease Association is a non-profit organisation funded by membership fees and donations
Membership
Become a member and receive many benefits including access to our members only section and our quarterly newsletter via post or email.
General Articles
Our site contains a large amount of information about living with Addison's Disease and tips and tricks from members on how to cope
Professionals
We supply medical professionals with complimentary information and brochures for distribution to those interested in Addison's Disease
Case Studies
Many of our members have contributed personal stories which provide an insight into the varying experiences that each of us has with Addison's Disease and related conditions.