There are many spina bifida associations in Australia. These groups provide personal support, information, a regular newsletter and a range of services for people with spina bifida and their families and carers.

Spina bifida associations are the 'self-help group' for spina bifida. You are encouraged to contact them for information. Start with the SBA in your state.

Visit The Australian Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association website. Click on the states in the map of Australia to go to state associations.

You will find:

• All sorts of information about Spina Bifida
• New medical and research updates
• Newsletters
• Stories
• Links to specialist sites