Health Information Outreach Program
Consumer/Patient Health Web Sites
START HERE FOR ALL HEALTH TOPICS
- Search a disease or medical condition to obtain an easy to understand definition and links to reliable sources for general information as well as information on clinical trials, alternative therapies and relevant organizations.
- Drugs and supplements section provides information on prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, herbs and supplements.
- Includes directories of doctors and hospitals, illustrated medical encyclopedia and dictionary, and interactive tutorials.
- Encyclopedia provides concise information on diseases and health conditions, injuries, medical procedures and household products, usually accompanied by illustrations.
- Dictionary gives a definition and pronunciation for medical terms, tests, diseases and drugs.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
MORE GREAT SITES FOR ALL HEALTH TOPICS
- Information on diseases and conditions, drugs and supplements, treatment decisions, healthy living, managing a health condition, and more.
- Includes tools for personal health evaluation, a symptom checker, a first aid guide, and an ask an expert section.
- Watch videos and slide shows on diseases and conditions, medical procedures, exercises, and more.
- Sponsored by the Mayo Clinic
MD Consult - Patient Education
- Printable information sheets on medical conditions, treatments, medications, and medical specialties such as internal medicine, orthopedics, or pediatrics.
- Many information sheets contain pictures or charts.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by Elsevier, Inc.
- Detailed, authoritative medical information on diseases, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.
- Medical concepts are described in everyday language.
- Search either the text-based version or interactive version.
- Sponsored by Merck & Co. Inc.
- Conditions A to Z section provides information on common health topics.
- Use the search box to find links to information on more diseases, conditions, and healthy living topics.
- Headings on the main page make it easy to find information for healthy living, women, men, seniors, parents and kids, and advocacy; as well as smart patient guides, links to health tools, and an over-the-counter guide to drugs and supplements.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians
- Search the Health Library or use the search box to get links to information on diseases, conditions, healthy living issues, drugs, supplements, and more.
- Consumer guides provide links to information on topics such as first aid, health insurance, fraud, prescription drugs, support groups, and more.
- Search under Organizations to find groups that provide health information on the topic you entered.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Information on over 100 medical topics can be found in the alphabetical Health Topics list.
- Use the search box to find information on diseases, conditions, medications, healthy living, and more.
- Health Centers provide information for African Americans, Children, Men, Seniors, and Women as well as specific topics such as mental health and worksite health.
- Includes an Ask an Expert feature and links to additional resources.
- Sponsored by the University of Cincinnati, Case Western Reserve University & Ohio State University
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ADDICTION – see Substance Abuse
AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH – see Ethnic Minority Health
AGING – see Senior’s Health
AIDS – see HIV/AIDs
ALCOHOLISM – see Substance Abuse
ALLERGIES – see Asthma and Allergy
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
About Herbs, Botanicals and Other Products
- General health information on herbs and other botanicals with a focus on cancer treatment.
- Includes a frequently ask questions section and information on clinical trials.
- Sponsored by the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Alternative Medicine Foundation
- Free printable resource guides provide information on various forms of alternative medicine and some health issues.
- Sponsored by the Alternative Medicine Foundation, Inc.
- Links to numerous internet resources on alternative forms of medicine.
- Includes sections on AIDS/HIV, mailing lists, and a practitioner’s directory.
- Sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh
Complementary/Integrative Medicine
- Defines and explains alternative, complementary, and integrative medicines, and various types of therapies.
- Includes frequently asked questions, drug interactions, FDA advisories, news, and more.
- Sponsored by the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
National Center for Contemporary & Alternative Medicine
- Information on CAM (Contemporary & Alternative Medicine) and a variety of health topics.
- Sections on being an informed consumer, live help and information on clinical trials are included.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
PRDhealth - Drugs and Supplements
- Information on herbs and other natural medicines including uses, warnings, dosage, drug interactions, and more.
- Sponsored by PDRhealth, Thomson Healthcare
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
- Information on diagnosis, treatment, research, clinical trials, related diseases, and more.
- Section on living with Alzheimer’s provides information for patients, caregivers, kids and teens.
- Legal and financial information sections are included.
- Services under About Us include a helpline, Carefinders guide, and links to local chapters.
- Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center – Alzheimer’s Information
- Information on the disease and on providing care for Alzheimer’s patients.
- Additional resources included links to web sites, printable booklets and fact sheets.
- Sponsored by the National Institute on Aging of the National Institute of Health
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
- Information in printable format on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, Huntington’s disease, Lewy Body dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.
- Brain Healthsection provides information on testing for memory problems, building a better memory through lifestyle changes, and tips to successful aging.
- Includes information on clinical trails, legal and financial planning, an ask the experts feature, and a teens site.
- Available in English and Spanish with adjustable print size.
- Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Alzheimer’s Research Forum – Disease Management
- Links to information about Alzheimer’s disease written for non-specialists
- Covers basic facts, frequently asked questions, diagnosis, treatment and caregiving.
- Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Research Forum
ANEMIA – see Blood Disorders
ARTHRITIS
-- see also: Bones and Joints
- Resources for consumers on arthritis and related topics.
- About Arthritis section provides information on the types of arthritis, protecting your joints, pain management and surgery.
- Includes printable full-text articles from Arthritis Today home magazine, a drug guide, find a program section, and an ask the doctor feature, plus much more.
- Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation
- Information on types of arthritis with a focus on osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Includes description, symptoms, causes, and diagnosis for OA and RA.
- Animated segments show normal joints, arthritic joints and joint functions.
- Sponsored by Pfizer, Inc.
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases – Health Information
- Guides to numerous diseases and health conditions, many include illustrations.
- Includes information on how to find medical information and clinical trial information.
- Available in English and Spanish with adjustable text size.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
ASTHMA AND ALLERGY
American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology
- Information on a variety of asthma, allergy and related health conditions can be found under the Patient Gallery.
- Additional information includes a guide to medications for allergy and asthma, topic of the month articles, and a find an allergist or immunologist feature.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Information provided includes definitions, types, causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention, facts and statistics, clinical trials.
- Multimedia library contains full-text articles, videos and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
- Fact sheets, handbooks, interactive web sites on heart and vascular diseases such as high blood pressure, heart attacks, heart defects, asthma, cystic fibrosis, anemia and much more.
- Includes clinical trials, tests and procedures, and risk assessment tools.
- Sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Resources
BONES AND JOINTS
-- see also: Arthritis
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons – Patient and Public
- Information on joints and joint diseases and on injuries to bones and joints, often including illustrations.
- Includes description, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and descriptions of procedures for diagnosis and treatment including joint replacement.
- Extensive related information such as wellness and nutrition, sports and exercise, aging, family violence, patient centered care, injury prevention, and how to sit safely at a computer.
- Available in English and Spanish, some information in Cantonese, Japanese, Portuguese and Thai.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
BRAIN INJURIES
Brain Injury Association of America
- Comprehensive information about brain injuries.
- Related topics covered include airline travel and other activities for brain injury survivors, Americans with Disabilities Act information, bicycle safety, and much more.
- Includes information specifically for parents, siblings, children, and friends.
- Sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of America
National Resource Center for Traumatic Brain Injury
- FAQ link provides easy to understand definitions and explanations.
- Article reprint link provides full text of articles on various topics related to brain injures.
- Additional links are provided, listed by topic.
- Sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University
- Search box for locating information on 12 neurological disorders including stroke, migraine, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorders, brain injury.
- Covers causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, living with the condition, and links to more resources.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology Foundation
Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Guide
- Information on traumatic brain injury can be found by clicking the brain injury button.
- Resources section includes a guide to selecting a rehabilitation facility, a pharmacology guide, glossary, and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Centre for Neuro Skills
- Information on cancer types, treatments, and prevention in the Learn About Cancer section.
- I Need Information for section provides access to information by audience: patients, survivors, etc.
- Find it Fast section covers healthy living, research, clinical trials, community activities and resources.
- Sponsored by the American Cancer Society
- Cancer types, causes, prevention, treatments, clinical trials, coping, support groups, and more.
- PDQ (Physician Data Query) is a collection of fact sheets that provide in-depth information.
- Includes a dictionary of cancer terminology and a drug dictionary.
- Sponsored by the National Cancer Institute
- Practical information and tips on coping with cancer for the patient, employer, co-worker, caregiver, and community.
- Free brochures can be printed from the website.
- Sponsored by Cosmetic Executive Women, Inc.
- Educational information for patients with cancer and the family/friends of a loved one with cancer.
- Printable booklets on numerous topics from types of cancer to managing side effects, and more.
- Sponsored by Cancer Care, Inc.
- Starting with a basic description of cancer, this site provides extensive information on specific types of cancer, diagnosis and treatment, coping and surviving.
- Includes podcasts, powerpoint presentations, and medical illustrations as well as articles, a dictionary, and links to additional online resources.
- Sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Oncology
- Easy to read information on symptoms associated with cancer such as anorexia, depression, fatigue.
- Includes practical tips, notes for caretakers, and much more.
- Sponsored by the Oncology Nursing Society
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
- Links to informative sites on the treatment of cancer in children.
- Separate lists of sites for children, teens, siblings.
- Sponsored by Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
National Cancer Institute - see Cancer.gov
National Children's Cancer Society
- Financial aid, advocacy, and support information for families of children with cancer.
- Beyond the Cure contains valuable information for survivors of childhood cancer including information on employment and health insurance.
- Sponsored by the National Children’s Cancer Society
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship – Resources
- Patient information on cancer.
- Cancer Survivor Toolbox is a free audio program designed to help cancer survivors and caregivers develop practical skills to deal with the diagnosis, treatment and challenges of cancer.
- Sponsored by the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
- Information on clinical trials, finding a doctor, financial and travel assistance, and support groups.
- Sponsored by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
- Information on types of cancer, treatment, coping, clinical trials, ask the experts, links to more sites.
- OncoLink Library section provides resources to help patients, family, and friends and includes book and video reviews, summaries of journal articles, poetry and many more resources.
- Sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania
- Links to information on types of cancer and cancer treatment drugs.
- Information on how to get access to unapproved cancer drugs can be found on the Approved Oncology Drug section.
- Disease summary section lists websites for information on all types of cancer.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration
- Information on specific cancers, current research, healthy living, and treatment options.
- Brochures and fact sheets can be printed from the website.
- Sponsored by the Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation
- Information on the diagnosis, treatment, symptoms, care, clinical trials, and research on cancers that affect women.
- Features a Risk Assessment questionnaire to aid in evaluating your risk of cancer and a Find a Doctor service.
- Sponsored by the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
CAREGIVING
-- see also: End of Life Care; see also: Senior’s Health
- Information and links to additional online resources for caregivers of the elderly or chronically ill.
- Caregivers Guide provides valuable information and things to consider when planning for care of an elderly family member.
- Sponsored by Children of Aging Parents
- Information on services available to the elderly and their caregivers.
- Includes links to numerous websites for additional information and assistance.
- Provides fact sheets on topics such as adult day care, home health care and more.
- Most fact sheets available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Russian.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Administration on Aging
National Alliance for Caregiving
- Tips, information, printable brochures and more for caregivers.
- Includes information on Medicare, stages of caregiving, how to manage, and how to find help.
- Sponsored by the National Alliance for Caregiving
CHILDREN’S HEALTH
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - Resources for Families
- Information on developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders which affect children and adolescents and information on child and adolescent psychiatry including the impact of pop culture.
- Includes sections on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, clinical trials, medications, fact sheets, and how to talk to children about violence, terrorism and other disasters.
- Fact sheets are available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Malaysian, Deutsch, Polish and Icelandic.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
American Academy of Pediatrics
- Links to articles and information on a wide variety of topics related to the health of children.
- Parenting Corner section includes information on finding a pediatrician, safety and season health tips, and more.
- Health Topics section includes developmental stages and featured topics.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
- Links to informative sites on the treatment of cancer in children.
- Separate lists of sites for children, teens, siblings.
- Sponsored by Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
- Information on child development and wellness as well as children’s physical, mental and social health.
- Covers specific conditions and other information such as nutrition, coping with a seriously ill child, financial issues and clinical trials.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on health issues and the human body written specifically for children.
- Includes fitness, nutrition, going to the hospital, disabilities, and more.
- Many sites include pictures, photos or games.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on children’s health from pregnancy through age 2 years.
- Basic medical care information provided according to the age of the child.
- Includes symptoms and diagnosis, prevention, treatment and more.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Practical information and resources about diabetes and its management, living with diabetes at different stages in a child's life, frequently asked questions, and links to other resources.
- Sections for teens and kids address issues on living with diabetes that are of specific interest to them.
- Sponsored by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence.
- Written at a level that children can understand.
- Separate areas for kids, teens, and parents with articles, animations, games, and resources.
- Sponsored by the Nemours Foundation
National Children's Cancer Society
- Financial aid, advocacy, and support information for families of children with cancers.
- Beyond the Cure section contains valuable information for survivors of childhood cancer including information on employment and health insurance.
- Sponsored by the National Children’s Cancer Society
- Information on childhood and infant stroke including what it is, causes, associated disabilities and after affects, early intervention, and rehabilitation.
- Includes support information for parents, an Ask an Expert feature, and recommended books and web links.
- Sponsored by the Pediatric Stroke Network
CLINICAL TRIALS
CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service – Patient Resources
- Listing of clinical trials by therapeutic use and geographic area is also searchable by keyword, disease and trial location.
- Site also provides basic information about clinical research, e-mail notification of new trials, drug directories and links to additional resources.
- Sponsored by Thomson Corporation
- Searchable list of clinical research trials with information on medications currently under investigation by the government.
- Extensive information for patients and family members about clinical research studies.
- Sponsored by the U. S. National Institutes of Health and the National Library of Medicine
DEATH AND DYING – see End of Life Care
DENTISTRY AND ORAL HELATH
- Extensive illustrated information and tips on dental and oral health.
- Printable fact sheets on oral health conditions including oral cancer, bad breath and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association
American Dental Association – Your Oral Health
- Information on tooth and mouth health including general care, diseases, treatments, procedures, finding a dentist, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the American Dental Association
- Includes printable articles and fact sheets on various topics related to dentistry and oral health.
- Dental Terms section defines terms and often provides a link to an article or fact sheet for more information.
- Additional features include news, find a dentist and how to sign up for an online newsletter.
- Sponsored by the Academy of General Dentistry
DERMATOLOGY – see Skin Conditions
DIABETES
American Diabetes Association
- Information on Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes including diagnosis, treatments, a risk test, nutrition, weight loss, exercise, prevention, research, and more.
- Also provides recipes for diabetics and a For Parents and Kids section that includes a teen section.
- Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association
- Basic information about diabetes including warning signs, screening tests, types of diabetes, risk factors, complications, clinical trails, and self-management.
- Includes news and links to other resources.
- Sponsored by the Defeat Diabetes Foundation
- Features weekly questions and answers, recipes, online videos, free booklets, and a risk survey.
- Links to additional resources on diabetes, drug assistance, diet and exercise, and sites for kids with diabetes and their parents.
- Sponsored by Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Practical information and resources about diabetes and its management, living with diabetes at different stages in a child's life, frequently asked questions, and links to other resources.
- Sections for teens and kids address issues on living with diabetes that re of specific interest to them.
- Sponsored by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
- Information on types of diabetes, treatments, complications, statistics, clinical trials, and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
DICTIONARIES
Acronyms and Initialisms for Health Information Resources
- Acronyms for associations, websites, journals, and other health resources.
- Website links are provided for most acronyms.
- Information is provided in English and French
- Created by Marie-Lise Antourn, Shams, librarian (MSLS) and registered nurse
- Explanation of medical terms and prescription abbreviations.
- Information on how to determine if a web site contains reliable information.
- Sponsored by the Medical Library Association
DIET – see Nutrition; see Weight Management and Obesity
DIRECTORIES
-- HOSPITALS
- Comparative data for most hospitals including description, services, statistics, and average charges.
- Search by location or name of hospital.
- Sponsored by the American Hospital Directory, Inc.
- U.S. New hostpital rankings
- Search for medical specialties or narrow the search to region or state.
- Sponsored by U. S News & World Report
- Provides comparative data on hospitals in the United States.
- Searchable by hospital name or location.
- Sponsored by the Department of Health & Human Services
- Links to hospital websites are searchable by state.
- Content varies for each hospital but all include basic information on admission, patient services, patient education programs.
- Sponsored by OfficialUSA.com
-- ORGANIZATIONS & SUPPORT GROUPS
DIRLINE – Directory of Health Organizations
- Database of health care organizations, support groups, research projects, and more.
- Search by subject or the name of the organization, or select from the A to Z list of organizations.
- Information on each organization includes the name, address, phone number, email address, and brief description.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine.
-- PHYSICIANS & DENTISTS
American Medical Association – DoctorFinder
- Find a doctor by searching the doctor’s name or by searching the location and medical specialty.
- Sponsored by the American Medical Association
DRUG ABUSE – see Substance Abuse
DYSLESIA – see Learning Disorders
Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness
- Information for parents and caregivers about the types of eating disorders including causes, warning signs, treatments, consequences, and links to additional resources.
- Sections on how to approach someone who might have an eating disorder, treatment referral centers, and information for men.
- Sponsored by the Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness
- Extensive information about eating disorders, therapy, support and more.
- Sponsored by National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders.
National Eating Disorders Association
- General information about eating disorders as well as information specifically for parents, friends, males and females.
- Features a printable Eating Disorders Survival Guide, a section on insurance issues, and much more.
- Sponsored by the National Eating Disorders Association
ELDERLY – see Senior’s Health
END OF LIFE CARE
-- see also: Caregiving
Association for Death Education and Counseling
- Linsk to online information dealing with serious illnesses such as cancer and AIDS, end of life issues and grief.
- Sponsored by the Association for Death Education and Counseling
Caring Connections – End of Life Care
- Information for patients, family members and caregivers on preparing for death including hospice care, caregiving, pain management, financial issues, wills, and more.
- Sponsored by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
- End of life information including overview of issues, specific conditions, finances, and more.
- Special sections on the end of life of children and seniors.
- Includes directories, dictionaries, organizations, laws and policy.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on hospice care and other issues related to the end-of-life, grief and loss.
- Sponsored by the Hospice Foundation of America
ETHNIC MINORITIES HEALTH
NOTE: Many other sites have sections that address health issues for ethnic minority groups. Please see the sites under Start Here and the listings for the specific health issues about which you need information.
- Information on topics pertinent to the health care of recent immigrants and refugees.
- Available in Amharic, Cambodian, Chinese, Eritrean, Ethiopian, Hispanic, Oromo, Somali, Tigrean, and Vietnamese.
- Sponsored by the University of Washington
WomensHealth.gov – Minority Women’s Health
- Information on the most common health risks and concerns of minority women.
- Sections for African Americans, Hispanics and Latinas, Asian American and Pacific Islanders, American Indians and Alaska Natives.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
-- AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH
- Information on health issues of concern to African Americans.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Comprehensive health and medical information that is culturally and ethnically oriented to focus on the needs of African-Americans.
- Disease Center section provides information on the major health conditions of concern to African American.
- Also includes information on smoking cessation, a directory of African-American physicians, and other internet resources.
- Sponsored by BHC.com
-- ASIAN HEALTH
- Information on health issues of concern to Asian Americans.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Links are provided to additional resources in other languages.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
-- HISPANIC/LATINO HEALTH
- Information on health issues of concern to Hispanic Americans.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Available in Spanish and English.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
- Information focusing on Hispanic health issues includes fact sheets on health topics, helplines, and more.
- Available in Spanish and English.
- Sponsored by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health
-- NATIVE AMERICAN HEALTH
American Indian Health
- Access to information on issues affecting the health and well-being of Native Americans.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on health issues of concern to Native Americans.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Links are provided to a few sites in the Navajo language.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Resources specifically related to health concerns of the Native American.
- Includes traditional Native American healing, news articles, and audio-visual programs.
- LIsting of government sites include federal, state and tribal.
- Sponsored by Tribal Connections and the University of Washington.
EXERCISE – see Fitness
- Links to information to help Americans choose to live healthier.
- Covers physical activity, good nutrition, disease prevention, and healthy choices/avoiding risky behavior.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Information and guidance on weight management, obesity, diabetes, exercise, fitness, and healthy eating.
- Sponsored by Shape Up America
- Information on genetic diseases and family health history resources to help establish your family genetic history.
- Search genetic diseases by subject or use the alphabetical list.
- Guide to Understanding Genetics is a resource for patients and professionals.
- Sponsored by the Genetic Alliance, Inc.
- Guide to genetic conditions and the genes or chromosomes responsible for those conditions.
- Includes a handbook on genetics, a glossary, links to additional resources, and more.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
National Organization for Rare Disorders
- Information on rare diseases, those that effect fewer than 200,000 people in the United States.
- Includes an index to websites and organizations concerned with rare diseases.
- Sponsored by the National Organization for Rare Disorders
GERONTOLOGY – see Senior’s Health
American Headache Society – Patients and Public
- Information on the types of headaches including migraines and headaches in children.
- Includes tools for coping with headaches, finding a healthcare professional or support group.
- Additional resources include links to websites and online articles.
- Sponsored by the American Headache Society
HEART DISEASE
- Information on diseases and conditions of the heart including warning signs, risk awareness, treatment and prevention.
- Includes information for caregivers on maintaining their health.
- Sponsored by the American Heart Association
Congenital Heart Information Network
- Information for families of children with heart disease and heart defects as well as information on adult congenital heart defects.
- Includes online support services for patients and families, chat rooms, and more.
- Sponsored by the Congenital Heart Information Network
- Educational resources on heart disease and coping, tools for caregivers and survivors, rehabilitation, support groups, educational forums, and links to other resources
- Sponsored by Mended Hearts, Inc.
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
- Fact sheets, handbooks, interactive web sites and other resources on heart and vascular diseases such as high blood pressure, heart attacks, heart defects, asthma, cystic fibrosis, anemia, and much more.
- Includes clinical trials, tests and procedures, and risk assessment tools.
- Sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Resources
- Information on heart disease in women including heart function videos and links to more resources.
- Related topics covered include alternative medicine, healthy eating, fitness, and mental health.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease
HERBS – see Alternative Medicine
HISPANIC HEALTH – see Ethnic Minorities Health
HIV/AIDS
Aids Education Global Information System
- The world's largest database of HIV information on the Web with more than 1,000,000 articles covering 1981 to the present.
- Individual questions are answered through the Ask the Doc feature.
- Sponsored by AEGiS, a non-profit organization
- Information and resources on HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention, clinical trials, and research.
- Includes printable brochures and fact sheets.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Information on clinical trials and research about HIV and AIDS.
- Sponsored by the University of California San Francisco
The Body: An AIDS and HIV Information Resource
- Links to information about AIDS and HIV, clinical trials, living with HIV, and more.
- Interactive forums for asking questions related to specific AIDS and HIV topic areas.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by Body Health Resources Corporation
Center for AIDS Prevention Studies
- Provides AIDS fact sheets, materials for prevention programs, research findings, and current research.
- Sponsored by the University of California San Francisco
- Extensive list of links to resources about HIV/AIDS and related medical conditions includes diagnosis, prevention, treatment, clinical trials, research, nutrition, exercise. and much more.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Comprehensive, up-to-date information on HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention, and policy.
- Includes frequently asked questions, ask the experts feature, statistics, and other related topics.
- Sponsored by the Center for HIV Information, University of California San Francisco
- Information on common lab tests including how the test sample is obtained, what the results mean, and answers to commonly asked questions.
- Search by the name of the test, the condition or disease, or the patient category (infant, teen, etc.).
- Sponsored by the American Association for Clinical Chemistry
LATINO HEALTH – see Ethnic Minorities Health
LEARNING DISABILITIES
- Information and resources for parents of children with learning disorders including identification of difficulties, managing at home and school, and much more.
- Resources provided include books, videos, web sites and printable guides.
- Sponsored by the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation
International Dyslexia Association
- Information on dyslexia includes frequently asked questions, fact sheets, and discussion forums.
- Provides sections specifically for adults, college students, parents and teens.
- Sponsored by the International Dyslexia Association
Learning Disabilities Association of America
- Resources on learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and adults.
- Includes printable guides and booklets, links to online resources, and listings of state chapters.
- Sponsored by the Learning Disabilities Association of America
- Information on leaning disabilities including attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
- Provides basic and in-depth information, question and answer sections, glossary, and more.
- Special sections for educations, parents and kids.
- Find Help section includes a list organizations and web sites, books, and an Ask the Experts feature.
- Sponsored by WETA public television station in Washington, D.C.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
- Links to information about learning disabilities arranged by grade in school with a special section for parents.
- Text size on this web site can be adjusted.
- Sponsored by the National Center for Learning Disabilities
LIVER DISEASE
- Information on liver diseases covers basic description, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and a glossary of related terms.
- Education section provides printable brochures and fact sheets, information on clinical trials, and links to other online resources.
- Patient, Family and Friends page includes caregivers tips and information on support groups, organ donation, and the Transplant Fund program.
- Sponsored by the American Liver Foundation
LUNG DISEASE
- A to Z information and fact sheets on lung diseases and treatments, living with lung disease, the human respiratory system, and air quality.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the American Lung Association
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
- Fact sheets, handbooks, interactive web sites and more on heart and vascular diseases such as high blood pressure, heart attacks, heart defects, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and anemia.
- Includes clinical trials, tests and procedures, and risk assessment tools.
- Sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Resources
Buying Medicines and Medical Products Online
- Tips and warnings on buying medicine and medical products online.
- Special section on evaluating the quality of health information available on the internet.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Features drugs newly approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and those currently in clinical research.
- Sponsored by Thomson Corporation
Consumer Reports – Best Buy Drugs
- Information on medications, the medical conditions for which they are prescribed, and how to make more cost-effective prescription drug choices.
- Provided as printable brochures and searchable by drug name or disease/conditions.
- Money Saving Guides include information on generic drugs, prescription assistance programs, managing multiple medicines, splitting pills, and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Consumers Union
- Package inserts for over 3,000 FDA approved medications.
- Listed by the scientific/chemical formula name, not the common name.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on medical conditions and the medications used for treatment.
- Includes prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs, and supplements.
- Provides section on checking for drug interactions and to compare medications.
- Sponsored by Express Scripts
- A-Z drug list and information on diseases/medical conditions.
- Features includes a pill identifier, side effects and interactions checker, newly approved drugs, drugs in testing and drug clinical trials.
- Also includes a medical encyclopedia and medical dictionary.
- Sponsored by Drugsite Trust, New Zealand
FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
- Information about prescription drugs including newly approved drugs and discontinued drugs.
- Additional information includes drug safety, side effects, over-the counter drugs, and clinical trails.
- Sponsored by the Food and Drug Administration
- Facts about pharmacist and pharmacies, and what your medical record tells the pharmacist.
- Tip sheets on managing your medications such as understanding your medicines, avoiding medication errors, nonprescription medicines, kid’s guide to medicines, and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the American Pharmaceutical Association
RxList: the Internet Drug Index
- A to Z listing of medications by brand name and generic name.
- Provides extensive information including uses, dosage, interactions and side effects.
- Includes a pill identifier, new prescription drug list, and links to other sites.
- Print size can be adjusted.
- Sponsored by WebMD
- Information on medications searchable by brand or generic name.
- Tips such as safety, poison prevention, counterfeit medications, how to give ear or eye drops, and more.
- Sponsored by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
MEN’S HEALTH
- Information on medical conditions and other health topics of special concern to men.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on men's health organized by topic and category of men.
- Also searchable by subject.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Resources
- Searchable database of articles, brochures and reports of information on men’s health issues.
- Includes a guide to prostate health and information on free or low cost health care.
- Sponsored by Men’s Health Network
MENTAL HEALTH
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - Resources for Families
- Information on developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders which affect children and adolescents and on child and adolescent psychiatry, including the impact of pop culture.
- Includes sections on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, clinical trials, medications, fact sheets, and how to talk to children about violence, terrorism and other disasters.
- Fact sheets are available in English, Spanish, Arabic, Malaysian, Deutsch, Polish and Icelandic.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Search for mental health information by subject or in the list of topics.
- Contains printable brochures and links to other resources.
- Sponsored by the American Psychiatric Association
- Information on mental health issues and medications arranged by audience, topic, and disorder.
- Includes a Frequently Asked Questions section and help resources.
- Sponsored by Mental Health America (formerly the National Mental Health Association)
National Alliance on Mental Illness
- Provides a general description of mental illness and information on specific mental illnesses.
- Covers symptoms, diagnosis, causes, treatments, and medications.
- Includes educational, support and legal resources.
- Sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness
National Institute of Mental Health - Health Information
- Information on mental health topics and behavioral conditions that affect adults and children.
- Provides a subject arrangement and special sections for children and teens, older adults, men, women, coping with traumatic events, and suicide prevention.
- Includes information on clinical trials, medications, finding help, and statistics.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
- Information on mental health, substance abuse and other topics such as homelessness, HIV/AIDS, refugee wellbeing, underage drinking, and school violence.
- Search under Browse by Topic or the I Need Help With section.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
MULTILINGUAL HEALTH INFORMATION
- This is a resource for locating an interpreter in the Louisville area and is searchable by language.
- Sponsored by the City of Louisville, Kentucky.
Consumer Health Information in Many Languages Resources
- List of consumer health web sites in other languages including Arabic, Cambodian/Khmer, Chinese,
- French, German, Hmong, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Thai, & Vietnamese.
- Sponsored by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine
RHIN - Refugee Health Information Network
- Health information fact sheets and videos in multiple languages.
- Search by keyword or select from the alphabetical subject list.
- Sponsored by the Refugee Health Information Network
- Health information in Spanish arranged under 12 topics such as cancer, diabetes, nutrition.
- Features a bilingual search engine.
- Includes a Frequently Asked Questions section and links to additional resources.
- Sponsored by the University of Utah’s Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library and the National Library of Medicine
SPIRAL: Selected Patient Information Resources in Asian Languages
- Printable brochures of health information in Chinese, Cambodian/Klmer, Hmong, Korean, Laotian, Thai, Vietnamese, and English.
- Not all brochures are available in every language.
- Includes links to additional health resources on Asian Health.
- Sponsored by the South Cove Community Health Center and Tufts University
24 Languages Project – Consumer Health Brochures in Multiple Languages
- Online access to over 200 consumer health education brochures in 24 languages.
- Full text brochures are available for printing.
- Most materials are also available as sound recordings for downloading or immediate listening.
- Sponsored by the University of Utah’s Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library and others
NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS – see Stroke and Neurological Disorders
NUTRITION
- Information on food and nutrition topics including kids nutrition, weight management and more.
- Links to brochures, websites and other resources, and reviews of consumer diet and lifestyle books.
- Sponsored by the American Dietetic Association
- Information on dietary supplements, nutrition and related subjects.
- Includes a question and answer section, an overview of FDA regulations, warnings and safety information, and how to report adverse effects.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Food & Nutrition Information Center
- Links to information on food, diet, nutrition and related subjects.
- Search the A-Z topics list or browse the subject list.
- Includes resource lists on specific topics and links to databases such as the Native American Nutrition Education Database and Healthy Meals Resource Café.
- Sponsored by the National Agricultural Library
- Information on the food categories and recommended servings as illustrated in the food pyramid.
- Includes a tool to assess your food intake and physical activity, steps to a healthy weight, dietary tips, and a special section for children.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Agriculture
- Information on food, nutrition, weight management, supplements and food assistance programs.
- Includes fact sheets, safety tips, information on shopping and meal planning, government meal programs and more.
- Sponsored by the Food and Nutrition Information Center, National Agricultural Library, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
- Fact sheets, frequently asked questions and other information on various dietary supplements.
- Includes safety tips, nutrient recommendations and links to other information resources.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
- Nutrition information for vegetarians with sections for teens, family and kids.
- Includes recopies, menus, guides and more.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Vegetarian Resource Group
OBESITY – see Weight Management and Obesity
ORAL HEALTH – see Dentistry and Oral Health
ORGAN TRANSPLANTS – see Transplantation
ORGANIZATIONS – see Directories
American Chronic Pain Association
- Information, videos, and frequently asked questions on chronic pain and associated conditions.
- Links to numerous additional websites containing information on pain and pain management.
- Includes a Quality of Life Scale for assessing pain levels, a pain log, and more.
- Sponsored by the American Chronic Pain Association
- Information on pain and pain management by subject category can be found in the Pain Information Library.
- Links to more resources are located under Manage Your Pain, Pain Links and the Pain Resources Locator.
- Articles in the Pain Information Library are more appropriate for health professionals than for consumers/patients.
- Sponsored by the American Pain Foundation
- Information arranged by type of pain (back, headache, etc.) includes causes, diagnosis, treatment.
- Includes questions to ask your doctor, finding a doctor or therapist, links to support groups, and more.
- Sponsored by the National Pain Foundation
PEDIATRICS – see Children’s Health
POISONS AND TOXICOLOGY
National Capital Poison Center
- Information on poisons including household products, foods and plants.
- Covers prevention, emergency information, safety tips, and current issues.
- Sponsored by George Washington University Medical Center
- Databases on toxicology, hazardous chemicals, environmental health, household products and more.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- An entertaining introduction for children to toxic chemicals and environmental health risks that might be encountered in everyday life.
- Includes an A to Z index of toxic substances and a section for teachers.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
PSYCHIATRY = see Mental Health
RARE DISEASES = see Genetic and Rare Diseases
Administration on Aging – Elders and Families
- Information and resources for the elderly and their caregivers on a variety of topics.
- Includes information such as rights of the elderly, finding help with housing or finances, and more.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Information on services available to the elderly and their caregivers.
- Includes links to numerous websites for additional information and assistance.
- Provides fact sheets on topics such as adult day care, home health care and more.
- Most fact sheets available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Russian.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Administration on Aging
Foundation for Health in Aging
- Information for the elderly and their caregivers on medical conditions and diseases, making health care decisions, what to ask your healthcare provider and much more.
- Includes Eldercare at Home, a detailed online guide for caregivers.
- Provides links to organization and other resources as well as a physician referral service.
- Sponsored by the American Geriatrics Society
- Information on a number of medical conditions, diseases, and health issues of interest to seniors.
- Special sections for caregivers, men, and women.
- Includes articles, question and answer section, and health assessment tools.
- Sponsored by the Novartis Foundation for Gerontology
Merck Manual of Health and Aging
- The online manual contains information on againg on a wide variety of related topics of interest on seniors.
- Provides chapters on medical conditions, caring for self and others, coping with change, driving, mistreatment, and social, legal and ethical issues.
- Includes sections on generic and trade names of drugs, and links to resources for help and information.
- Sponsored by Merck & Co., Inc.
- Printable brochures on caregiving, aging, medications and supplements, medical conditions and diseases, health care planning and decision-making, clinical trials, and more.
- Includes a special section on Alzheimer’s disease
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
- Information on common medical and health problems affecting seniors including related issues such as balance problems, falls, and exercise.
- Includes information on talking with the doctor and taking medications.
- Provides adjustable print size and a talking function that reads text aloud.
- Sponsored by the National Institute on Aging, the National Library of Medicine, and the National Institues of Health
- Information on medical conditions and other health topics of special concern to seniors.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
SKIN CONDITIONS
American Academy of Dermatology – Public Center
- Alphabetical list of skin conditions provides information on the disease, causes and treatment.
- Other resources include a Find a Dermatologist directory, Parent and Kids section and sun safety section.
- Sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology
SLEEP DISORDERS
- Information on insomnia including what it is, causes and treatment, and guidelines for better sleep.
- Sponsored by the American Insomnia Association
- Information on normal sleep, poor sleep habits, sleep disorders and treatments, sleep studies, and relaxation techniques.
- Provides links to other websites on sleep disorders.
- Sponsored by the University of Maryland Medical Center
SPANISH LANGUAGE INFORMATION – see Multilingual Health Information
STROKE & NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS
- Basic stroke information, warning signs, and recovery.
- Contains a Heart & Stroke Encyclopedia and frequently asked questions section.
- Sponsored by the American Heart Association
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Information on a broad range of neurological disorders including stroke and the neurological complications of other medical diseases and conditions.
- Covers treatments, prognoses, clinical trials, and research.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Information on neurological diseases and conditions covering everything from back pain and headache to Alzheimer’s and stroke.
- Includes sections on diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions, health and wellness, caregiver resources, clinical trial information, medical insurance, and more.
- Sponsored by HealthCommunities.com
National Stroke Association (NSA)
- Basic information on stroke, risk factors, prevention, and recovery.
- Special information for survivors, caregivers, families, women, children, and African Americans.
- Sponsored by the National Stroke Association
- Information on childhood and infant stroke including what it is, causes, associated disabilities, after affects, early intervention, and rehabilitation.
- Includes support information for parents, an ask the expert feature, recommended books, and links for more resources.
- Sponsored by the Pediatric Stroke Network
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
- Links to publications on drug and alcohol abuse.
- Resources linked include a referral list, treatment facility locator, self-help groups, and more.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services and SAMHSA
National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse - Resources
- Links to federal, state, local, and international non-profit substance abuse resources.
- Sponsored by Columbia University
National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence
- Facts section provides information on alcoholism, drug dependence, and related topics such as alcohol and crime, binge drinking, impaired driving, and more.
- Features include alcohol consumption guidelines, information for parents and a section for youth.
- An extensive list of links to additional websites and resources is provided.
- Sponsored by the National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence
National Institute on Drug Abuse
- Current information on drugs of abuse with a brief description, street names, effects, additional publications on each drug, and information on related topics.
- Includes charts of commonly abused drugs and abused prescription drugs.
- Special sections for parents and teachers, students and young adults.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Health
- Information for teens on drugs, effects of drugs on the brain and more.
- Includes a question and answer section, glossary and parents section.
- Sponsored by the scientists at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
Office of National Drug Control Policy
- Provides drug facts, prevention programs and strategies, treatment and recovery information.
- Related links listed alphabetically and by category.
- Sponsored by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
- Information on mental health, substance abuse and other topics such as homelessness, HIV/AIDS, refugee wellbeing, underage drinking and school violence.
- Search under Browse by topic or use the I Need Help With feature.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
SUICIDE – see Mental Health
SURGERY
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons – Patient & Public
- Information with illustrations on colon and rectal diseases and surgical procedures.
- Includes descriptions, causes, symptoms, treatment.
- Separate sections on colorectal cancer, tips for safer surgery, and a feature for locating a surgeon.
- Sponsored by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
- Information on surgery for health conditions related to the heart, lung, esophagus, and circulatory system.
- Sections on clinical trials, locating a surgeon, terminology, and links to additional resources.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons
- Links to health and wellness websites, organizations and hotlines.
- Some resources in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Adolescent Wellness and Reproductive Education Foundation
Center for Young Women’s Health
- Information on health issues for young women aged 12-22 covering nutrition and fitness, sexuality, development, gynecology, and emotional health.
- Includes a health quiz section and a parent’s guide section.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Children’s Hospital Boston
- Health information for girls age 10-16 includes sexuality, fitness and nutrition, illness and disability, substance abuse, safety and more.
- Provides sections for parents and caregivers, and a section for educators.
- Sponsored by the Office on Women’s Health, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
- Information for teens on puberty, sex, sexually transmitted diseases, protection, and more.
- Includes a links to other websites on sexual health including a Spanish-language sister website.
- Sponsored by the American Social Health Association ;
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Practical information and resources about diabetes and its management, living with diabetes at different stages in a child's life, frequently asked questions, and links to other resources.
- Sections for teens and kids address issues of specific interest to them on living with diabetes.
- Sponsored by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Information for teens on medical conditions, substance abuse, cosmetics, sex and pregnancy, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on diet, nutrition, eating concerns, body image, weight and fitness.
- Links to additional websites and resources.
- Some information is specific to UCLA students.
- Sponsored by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Created for teens, the site provides information on body image, mental health, sexual health, food and fitness, drugs and alcohol, and diseases.
- Topics include body piercing, acne, tanning, tattoos, backpack basics, medical care and much more.
- Sponsored by the Nemours Foundation.
TOXICOLOGY – see Poisons and Toxicology
TRANSPLANTATION
- General information on organ and tissue donation and transplantation.
- Includes information on the donor network, religious views of transplantation, making decisions, talking with family, and more.
- Sponsored by the New York Organ Donor Network
- Information on being an organ or tissue donor, transplantations, associated risks, financial concerns, and life after transplantation.
- Covers how to register, who can donate and what can be donated, and types of donations.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Resources
- Information on vaccines and the diseases they prevent, immunization at various stages in life, questions and answers, and more.
- Search the vaccine/disease database and investigate requirements for school entry by searching the state-by-state database.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Immunization Action Coalition
- Information on diseases and vaccines, immunization schedules, and related issues.
- Section for parents includes vaccines for children and pregnant women.
- Sponsored by the National Network for Immunization Information
VETERANS HEALTH
- Information on medical conditions and other health topics of special concern to veterans and military personnel.
- Includes medical conditions, coping, rehabilitation, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Information on body mass for adults, teens and children including body mass calculation tools
- Provides information on nutrition, weight management, and physical activity.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Information on body mass including what it is, how to calculate it, and how it relates to your health.
- Provides information on weight management and includes recipes.
- Sponsored by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute
- Information on obesity in children covers assessment, prevention, and intervention.
- Includes links to websites for children on obesity and weight management.
- Sponsored by Childobesity.com
WIN Weight-control Information Network
- Information and tips on eating healthy, making healthy meals taste good, reading food labels, serving sizes, eating out, and goal setting.
- Includes links to resources on eating disorders, nutrition, obesity, exercise, size acceptance, and more.
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
WOMEN’S HEALTH
Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
- Information on birth control, pregnancy, menstruation, menopause, cervical cancer, and more.
- Includes printable brochures, fact sheets, videos, and links to additional resources.
- Sponsored by the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
- Information written specifically for women on health, medical conditions, diseases and related issues such as health insurance and caregiving.
- Includes diagnosis, treatment, prevention, facts to know, questions to ask, lifestyle changes, and more.
- List of resources includes information on books and organizations, and links to websites and news.
- Sponsored by the National Women's Health Resource Center
North American Menopause Society - Consumers
- Information for women on menopause and related topics such as hormone therapy and depression.
- Includes a Menopause Guidebook and Early Menopause Guidebook, as well as book reviews and website links.
- Available in English, Spanish and French.
- Sponsored by the North American Menopause Society
- Information on the diagnosis, treatment, symptoms, care, clinical trials, and research on cancers that affect women.
- Features a Risk Assessment questionnaire to aid in evaluating your risk of cancer and a Find a Doctor service.
- Sponsored by the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
- Information on medical conditions and other health topics of special concern to women.
- Includes medical conditions, prevention, nutrition, clinical trials, financial concerns, and more.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine
- Women's health information covering topics from cervical cancer and heart disease to body image and older women’s health.
- Includes frequently asked questions, printable fact sheets, booklets, and guides.
- Some information available in Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Women’s Health Information Center, Office of Women’s Health
WomensHealth.gov – Minority Women’s Health
- Information on the most common health risks and concerns of minority women.
- Provides section for African Americans, Hispanics and Latinas, Asian American and Pacific Islanders, American Indians and Alaska Natives.
- Sponsored by the U. S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
- Information on heart disease in women including heart function videos and links to more resources.
- Related topics covered include alternative medicine, healthy eating, fitness, and mental health.
- Available in English and Spanish.
- Sponsored by the National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease