Immunization – American Academy of Pediatrics
Health and Medical Sciences, Preventive Medicine, Women's Health
Immunization – American Academy of Pediatrics
The AAP’s webpage on vaccines and immunizations contains information on immunization schedules, vaccine safety, best practices and guidelines for pediatricians and more.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Preventive Medicine
Cancer Australia
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Cancer Australia
“In July 2011, National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) and Cancer Australia amalgamated to form a single national agency to provide leadership in cancer control and improve outcomes for Australians affected by cancer.” Find here many free resources to due with breast and ovarian cancer, geared towards both the public and to professionals.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
Cancer Australia Connect
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Cancer Australia Connect
This is the newsletter for Cancer Australia. Issues include articles on research, diet, diagnosis, treatment, mammograms, prevention and other issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
9/11 Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
9/11 Health
Established by the government of New York City, this website provides scientific information and resources for people whose health was affected by the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Recent research about physical and mental health problems is provided, as well as information about healthcare services such as counseling, medical screening, and treatment. T …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
The National Coalition for LGBT Health
Men's Health, Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
The National Coalition for LGBT Health
Health resources with the purpose of eliminating disparities in the health outcomes of LGBT populations based upon sexual orientation or gender presentation. The coalition seeks to increase participation by the LGBT community in advocacy for public and private sector policies affecting the delivery of healthcare to LGBT clients.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Public Health & Prevention
Health and Medical Sciences, Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Women's Health
Public Health & Prevention
This Medscape site features “Resources Centers” on numerous topics including: addiction, depression, geriatrics, hepatitis C, sports medicine, etc. Other resources here include continuing medical education, conference coverage, patient education, library of free journals, and discussion boards.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Preventive Medicine
Physical Activity and Health: A Report of the Surgeon General
Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Physical Activity and Health: A Report of the Surgeon General
This “first report of the Surgeon General on physical activity and health,” was released in 1996. Summaries of the information are available in the at-a-glance section. The report provides suggestions and statistics on physical activity, and each part can be read online or downloaded.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness
Health.gov
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Health.gov
Directory of health sites from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. There are sections for general health information, health news, special initiatives, and federal agencies.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
healthfinder.gov
Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Women's Health
healthfinder.gov
Comprehensive information on preventing disease, maintaining a healthy diet, exercise, and much more!
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness; Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Preventive Medicine
Healthy People 2020
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Healthy People 2020
“Healthy People provides science-based, 10-year national objectives for improving the health of all Americans.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences News, Public Health, Women's Health
Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)
Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report is a CDC publication which includes provisional data “based on weekly reports to CDC by state health departments.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Center for Excellence
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Center for Excellence
General information on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and information about the federal government???s efforts to combat FAS.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
What You Need To Know About??? Cervical Cancer – National Cancer Institute
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
What You Need To Know About??? Cervical Cancer – National Cancer Institute
This is a National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet about cervical cancer.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Reproductive System Diseases
Travelers’ Health Podcasts
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Travelers’ Health Podcasts
Updates on world health issues for people traveling abroad
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health
HIV/AIDS and Men Who Have Sex With Men
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
HIV/AIDS and Men Who Have Sex With Men
The Center for Disease Control provides information in English and Spanish about HIV and AIDS risk prevention strategies for men who have sexual relations with men. The CDC offers groups that teach interventions specifically for populations most at risk for HIV and other STD transmission.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–AIDS; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
BabyCentre: Caffeine and Fertility
Nutrition and Diet, Vitamins and Minerals, Women's Health
BabyCentre: Caffeine and Fertility
This site gives information about how caffeine affects fertility and lists the caffeine content of various food items.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet–Caffeine; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Breastfeeding – Introduction
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Breastfeeding – Introduction
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hosts this site on breastfeeding, which includes information regarding how diseases and specific conditions affect human milk, proper handling and storage information for human milk, how specific vaccinations affect a woman???s milk supply, travel recommendations for the nursing mother and more. The s …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS)
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS)
According to the BRFSS, “The BRFSS, the world?s largest telephone survey, tracks health risks in the United States. Information from the survey is used to improve the health of the American people.” The surveys track behavioral patterns that have negative health consequences.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
European History, Health and Medical Sciences, Historical Documents, Injuries, Political Science, Public Health, Women's Health
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
From the CDC’s NCIPC website: “The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) works?? to reduce morbidity, disability, mortality, and costs associated with injuries.” Information available on this site includes: injury fact sheets, the Web-based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS), injury maps, and downloadable …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Injuries
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Information Page
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Information Page
This page is provided by the Centers for Disease Control ( Department of Health and Human Services) National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD), and provides information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. The site offers fact sheets, FAQs, publications, educational materials, and other resources. It can also be accessed in …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Vaccines.gov – your best shot at good health
Blogs, Health and Medical Sciences, Preventive Medicine, Women's Health
Vaccines.gov – your best shot at good health
Managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this is “the federal gateway to information on vaccines and immunization for infants, children, teenagers, adults, and seniors.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Preventive Medicine
Facts About Blood
Blogs, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Facts About Blood
This site provides answers to all your questions about blood donation. Topics include facts about blood donation, who should donate, what to expect when donating, how blood is screened and processed, and other information related to transfusions.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Donors And Transplants
The Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA)
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
The Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA)
“HMBANA is a non-profit association of donor human milk banks established in 1985 to set standards for and to facilitate establishment and operation of milk banks in North America.” This site also contains information about donor milk processing, the history of milk banking, and a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) about milk banking.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Birth Control: Medline Plus
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Birth Control: Medline Plus
An excellent starting point for getting accurate information on various forms of birth control or contraception.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality–Contraception
Circumcision Information Resource Centre
Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
Circumcision Information Resource Centre
“The Circumcision Information Resource Centre is a non-profit organisation located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada which provides information about non-religious infant circumcision and related topics.” The site is available in French or English and contains links to articles and other web sites as well as information about ethical and religious aspec …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
U.S. Health Policy Gateway
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
U.S. Health Policy Gateway
Professor at the Duke Center for Health Policy maintains this web portal which is intended for the U.S. health policy community, media and general public. It includes five components: What’s What In Health Policy, Who’s Who in Health Policy, Area Health Profiles/Comparisons, Health Policy Reference Desk, and Key Health Policy Issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health And Medical Sciences Blogs; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
NCBI Bookshelf
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
NCBI Bookshelf
The National Center for Biotechnology Information’s Bookshelf “provides free access to over 700 texts in life science and healthcare,” all of which are authored and edited by medical professionals. Users can browse, retrieve, and read Bookshelf’s content, as well as discover related information and research.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
Medherb.com from Medical Herbalism
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Medherb.com from Medical Herbalism
This large and valuable site includes a great span of material, from discussion boards to journals to school listings and anatomy sites. Also in the medical herbalism site is a fine page giving links to brief histories of herbalism. Sections include, North America, Classic Herbals, Western Medicine, Chinese, Ayurvedic.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Pulsus Group Inc.
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Pulsus Group Inc.
The publisher of journals on Canadian and international medical research offers access to many of its publications, including the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology, the Canadian Respiratory Journal and Pediatrics and Child Health.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Surgery; Health & Medical Sciences–Specializations–Cardiology; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Pain Treatment & Management; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics
Radiographic Anatomy of the Skeleton
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Radiographic Anatomy of the Skeleton
Anatomy modules and radiographs from the University of Washington’s Radiology Department that show skeletal bones in the human body.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
NIH Consensus Development Program
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Women's Health
NIH Consensus Development Program
“The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Consensus Development Program is the premier health technology assessment and transfer program in American medicine. Under this program, NIH organizes major conferences that produce consensus statements resolving controversial issues in medicine important to health care providers, patients, and the general p …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues
SciCentral
Health and Medical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences News, Science and Technology News, Women's Health
SciCentral
An open-access gateway to scientific research news from some of the most reputable and reliable sources. Covers news in the areas of biological sciences, health science, physics & chemistry, earth and space sciences, and engineering.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News; Science & Technology–Science & Technology News
Reuters Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences News, Women's Health
Reuters Health
Daily updates of health-related news from around the world, directed at consumers and health care professionals. “Health E-line” content for consumers is freely available and searchable in the site’s archives.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News
Recovery Month
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Recovery Month
National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is an observance day that educates Americans about the importance of behavioral health in achieving a healthy and rewarding life, and applauds those who have successfully sought addiction treatment and mental health services toward that end.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
NHS Choices
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
NHS Choices
The website for the National Health System (NHS) in the UK provides information on health topics ranging from health and fitness to health conditions, as well as health news, support and information for carers, and information on choosing health services in the UK. Information comes in many forms, from articles to videos and podcasts. Searchable.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
BioNews
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
BioNews
“BioNews, published by the Progress Educational Trust (PET) – a registered charity (number 1011897) whose Patron is Baroness Mary Warnock – provides accurate, balanced and timely news and comment on genetics, assisted conception, embryo/stem cell research and related areas.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Science & Technology–Life Sciences–Genetics
Dealing with Stress: A Web-based Educational Series
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Dealing with Stress: A Web-based Educational Series
Articles and multimedia resources on stress management. Includes general stress resources, agriculture-specific stress resources, general health and nutrition resources, and resources for educators.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Stress Resource Center
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Stress Resource Center
“In a world bursting with situations that can cause stress — such as traffic jams, layoffs, illness, and money woes — it’s not surprising that many people are feeling stressed out. This online resource center will help you to understand the ways in which daily stress affects your body and how you can reduce these damaging effects.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Stress – Topic Guide
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Stress – Topic Guide
Stress management resources from Helpguide.org. Includes articles on stress relief, relaxation techniques, preventing burnout, and other topics.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Street Watch: Notes of a Paramedic
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Street Watch: Notes of a Paramedic
The blog details Peter’s daily life as a paramedic at a local hospital.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences Blogs–Medical Personnel Blogs
Telecare Aware
Aging, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Telecare Aware
“Telecare Aware is a news service about the technology, products, equipment and services (called telecare and telehealth) that help older and disabled people remain independent at home for longer.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Aging; Science & Technology; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities; Health & Medical Sciences Blogs–Disability/Accessibility Blogs; Science & Technology Blogs
Diversity Health Institute Clearinghouse
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Diversity Health Institute Clearinghouse
A central access point for multicultural health information sponsored by the Australian government but covers other countries as well. Covers topics such as refugee health, nutrition, ageing, mental health and many others. Also has links to international listservs.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
MEDLINEplus
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
MEDLINEplus
“MedlinePlus has extensive information from the National Institutes of Health and other trusted sources on over 700 diseases and conditions. There are also lists of hospitals and physicians, a medical encyclopedia and a medical dictionary, health information in Spanish, extensive information on prescription and nonprescription drugs, health informa …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
POPLINE: Your connection to the world’s reproductive health literature
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
POPLINE: Your connection to the world’s reproductive health literature
???POPLINE is the world’s largest bibliographic database of family planning and related health and development issues.??? Although most of the articles are not for free, more than 13,000 links to full text articles are available, and there is full bibliographic information for all entries. The list of popular topics is provided for instant searche …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
National Institute of Mental Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
National Institute of Mental Health
“The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health.” Site includes a Health & Outreach section featuring mental health topics, publications, and statistics. Also featur …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
RxList
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
RxList
Searchable database for converting generic drug names to trade names and vice versa.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals
SafeMedication
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
SafeMedication
Database of information on 650 drugs, with information on how to take medicines, potential side effects, storage recommendations, and precautions, discussed in easy-to-understand language. “Information here is designed to supplement the information provided by your physician and the pharmacist who dispenses your prescriptions.” Also contains info …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals
Seeing, Hearing and Smelling the World
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Seeing, Hearing and Smelling the World
Discover how your brain, eyes, and other senses work through this interactive website from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
DrGreene.com: Caring for the Next Generation
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
DrGreene.com: Caring for the Next Generation
Extensive pediatric information, advice and resources advocating healthy choices are provided by Dr. Green. Free newsletter, pediatric wiki, forums, pediatric encyclopedia, topic discussions, chat with/ask Dr. Greene, general pediatric health topics and Care Guides are available within this website.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics
FDA Drug Safety Podcasts
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
FDA Drug Safety Podcasts
Podcasts providing information and warnings about drugs
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health
Johns Hopkins PodMed – Weekly Health News Podcasts
Health and Medical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences News, Women's Health
Johns Hopkins PodMed – Weekly Health News Podcasts
A weekly podcast from Johns Hopkins on news in the world of health
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News; Health
MedNews: Health and Medical News
Health and Medical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences News, Women's Health
MedNews: Health and Medical News
Give it to me straight, doctor! Medical professionals, researchers and consumers alike can find the latest reports from medical journals and conferences at MedNews.com. After free registration you can “customize your news by topic,” leave comments and email articles.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health And Medical Sciences Blogs; Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News
The New Medicine
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Science and Technology News, Women's Health
The New Medicine
A site based on the PBS documentary by the same name, it focuses on integrative medicine and includes video interviews on health issues, a free online health planner, and a history of integrative medicine.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
LASIK Eye Surgery
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
LASIK Eye Surgery
This government site provides users whose interest in LASIK eye surgery ranges from casual curiosity to serious consideration with thorough information about what it is, whether or not it is right for them, what the risks are, what a patient who has LASIK can expect, and even a listing of lasers that are approved by the FDA. A glossary and FAQs ar …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Surgery
MedlinePlus: Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
MedlinePlus: Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Health
Provides links to information on gay, lesbian and transgender health issues including related links to research, statistics, journal articles, HIV/AIDS, health organizations, clinical trials and sexual stereotypes of children.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health
Food Safety and Nutrition Information
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Food Safety and Nutrition Information
Contains information about nutrition at various staages of life and other food/nutrition related issues, such as food allergies, sweetners, and food additives.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Jo???s Trust
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Women's Health
Jo???s Trust
“Jo’s Trust is an online information and counselling service dedicated to women with cervical cancer, their family and friends.” The site offers free, confidential medical advice from experts and counselors. It also includes general information, news, events, frequently asked questions, and bulletin boards.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
MedHist: The Guide to History of Medicine Resources on the Internet
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
MedHist: The Guide to History of Medicine Resources on the Internet
This directory of Internet sites relating to the history of medicine and medical sciences can be browsed by subject or searched.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–History Of Medicine
Reproductive Health Gateway
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Reproductive Health Gateway
“Reproductive Health (RH) Gateway gives you quick access to relevant, accurate information about reproductive health on the World Wide Web. RH Gateway lets you search a group of websites carefully selected for accuracy, authority, and relevance… The ready-to-use search function currently searches through more than 20,000 pages on over 130 websit …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality–Contraception; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
ShopWell
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
ShopWell
ShopWell offers “easy-to-understand nutrition information and customized product scores” that you can personalize to meet your individual nutrition needs.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Natural Health Guide
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Natural Health Guide
The goal of the Natural Health Guide is to “provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to improve your health through natural methods.” Includes meal plans, recipes, and healthy eating tips.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Lifeline to Modern Medicine
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Lifeline to Modern Medicine
Sponsored by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, this site provides information on the field of anesthesiology, types of anesthesia, pre-surgery Q&A, patient stories, anesthesia news and more.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Surgery; Health & Medical Sciences–Pain Treatment & Management
Motherhood Cafe
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Motherhood Cafe
Read articles written by Dr. Stephanie Knaak about motherhood. Includes discussions of identity, adjusting to motherhood, postpartum depression, parenting, a public forum (so some non-expert information here), and more. Also links to several free resources for mothers.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding; Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Women’s Healthcare Topics
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Women’s Healthcare Topics
Women’s Healthcare Topics is dedicated to “providing
accurate and up-to-date information on a variety of women’s healthcare topics (with an emphasis on pregnancy).”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
Just the Facts: Baby
Experts and How-To, Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Just the Facts: Baby
Provides information for new and expecting parents. Contains sections about baby care, pregnancy, and parenting. Site features include a panel of experts answering common questions, a due date calculator, and pregnancy birth plan.
Subject: Reference–Experts & How-To; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Parenting Science
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Parenting Science
Looks at parenting from an anthropological view. Articles referring to research about parenting and child behavior. Meant to serve as a guide so parents can make decisions based on scientific facts.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics
NC Health and Wellness
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
NC Health and Wellness
Get tips and advice on how to maintain a healthier lifestyle, including nutrition and diet information, fitness exercises, how to stay tobacco-free, and join a community of others working towards being the healthiest they can be.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness
The Backrubs FAQ
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Backrubs FAQ
The six sections of this FAQ are divided into administrivia and acknowledgements, general questions, basics of massage, novice questions, professional massage, and other sources of information. It includes definitions of different types of massage and bodywork.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
YourTotalHealth
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
YourTotalHealth
Features articles on a wide range of health topics, including cancer, depression, sexual health, and sleep disorders. There are also health news items, a section of interactive online tools, and an ask the expert section where users send in questions for various practitioners to answer.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
MedHunt
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
MedHunt
“A search engine plus catalog for Web sites and documents related to health and medicine. Some sites are picked by hand, others are chosen by a robot..” This site also available in French.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Ask Dr. Weil
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Ask Dr. Weil
An interactive site that features daily health questions from users. Old questions are archived by date or subject. The site also has a searchable directory of local holistic practitioners and a vitamin adviser that takes users through a series of online questions before making recommendations about the kinds of vitamins from which they may ben …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet–Vitamins & Minerals; Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Men’s Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
Men’s Health
This site that focuses on men’s health issues has sections on fitness; sex and relationships; food, nutrition, and recipes; money, career, and style. There’s also daily tips and selected articles from the print Men’s Health Magazine.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
The Caregiver’s Handbook
Aging, Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Caregiver’s Handbook
A complete online guide for caregivers of the elderly. It’s often recommended for those take care of Alzheimer’s patients but can be useful for others as well. “This book is directed primarily at the caregiver. This is not a how to book focused on problems of the ill patient. Rather, it offers practical approaches to common caregiver problems. S …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Aging; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Alzheimer’s
Colposcopy Unit Sunnybrook Health Science Centre
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Colposcopy Unit Sunnybrook Health Science Centre
An informational site that describes the procedures of colposcopy (“a means of viewing your cervix, vagina and/or vulva with a microscope”) and pap tests. It explains how they are done and what abnormal results might mean.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
OBGYN.net
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
OBGYN.net
Information on health conditions that effect women, including cancer, eating disorders, menstruation, menopause, migraines, and sexuality. There’s a section on medical procedures, such as hysterectomy and mammograms. An annotated list of other health related links is also available.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
The Testicular Cancer Resource Center
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
The Testicular Cancer Resource Center
A resource for information and support about testicular cancer. It includes information on doing a self-exam and a glossary of testicular cancer terms as well as descriptions of various treatments.”We provide accurate and timely information about these tumors and their treatment to anyone and everyone interested. We have information for patients, …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Reproductive System Diseases; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
The Cycles Page
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
The Cycles Page
“The Cycles Page is a web-based application to help you track your monthly menstrual cycle. Because the dates it generates are based on statistics from previous months, it becomes more useful the more you use it… Please keep in mind that this program was written as a general tool to assist you in recording and forecasting your menstrual cycle, th …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Menstruation
Dr. Pribut’s Running Injuries Page
Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Injuries, Women's Health
Dr. Pribut’s Running Injuries Page
This page consists of an index of articles written by Dr. Stephen Pribut about all aspects of running. He covers training styles, equipment needs, and related injuries. There is also a list of podiatric links. Users may e-mail Dr. Pribut with specific running questions.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness; Health & Medical Sciences–Specializations–Sports Medicine; Health & Medical Sciences–Injuries
Aging Well Village
Aging, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Aging Well Village
Health and wellness information for those fifty and over. Includes information on health & safety, nutrition, fitness, healing, and medications.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Aging
World Health Organization Statistical Information System
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Public Health, Women's Health
World Health Organization Statistical Information System
The WHOSIS Web site (WHO Statistical Information System) provides core health statistics and epidemiological data as well as information presently available in the World Health Organization. More than 70 indicators, along with their definitions, can be accessed via a quick search.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues
Johns Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Public Health, Women's Health
Johns Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs
Part of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, this site promotes worldwide health communication in the area of reproductive health. Find over 450 reproductive health, population and development organizations; the POPLINE database of citations on population, family planning, and related health information; and full text articles on th …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality–Contraception; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues
All Health Topics at WEGO Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
All Health Topics at WEGO Health
Web Directory. Experts collect sites related to health, health care, diseases, weight loss, and many other topics from across the web and gather them into categories related to users’ interests.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Breastfeeding.com – Everything for the New Mom
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Breastfeeding.com – Everything for the New Mom
Comprehensive site offering resources on breastfeeding and other infant parenting issues, especially directed towards new parents. Lactation consultants staff an “Ask an Expert” section. Sponsors a separate community for healthcare professionals to discuss lactation issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Highlight Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Highlight Health
Promotes health literacy through providing “intelligent and engaging” articles about various healthcare topics. Discusses unique content and provides links to all sources. Site is intended to “support, not replace, the relationship between patient and physician”.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health And Medical Sciences Blogs; Health & Medical Sciences Blogs
Gay Men’s Health Crisis
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
Gay Men’s Health Crisis
GMHC provides direct services for care and support of people HIV and AIDS and publishes information in English and Spanish about HIV/AIDS and health. GMHC sponsors the David Geffin Center for HIV Prevention and Health Education as well as the Institute for Gay Men’s Health. They advocate at the city, state, and federal levels, for fair and effect …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–AIDS; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Lesbian Health – Womenshealth.gov
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Lesbian Health – Womenshealth.gov
Answers to frequently asked medical questions and key health information for lesbians and bisexual women, produced by the National Women’s Health Information Center of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health
Food Safety at Home
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Food Safety at Home
Advice on how to prepare food safely, including updates on issues and information for holidays
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health
Mayo Clinic Podcasts
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Mayo Clinic Podcasts
Information on a variety of health topics from the Mayo Clinic
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health
The World’s Global Health Podcast
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The World’s Global Health Podcast
News about health from all over the world
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health
International Journal of Medical Sciences
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
International Journal of Medical Sciences
International Journal of Medical Sciences is a peer-reviewed journal publishing papers of significance in all areas of medical sciences. Articles include original research papers, reviews and short research communications.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
ARUP Consult
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
ARUP Consult
ARUP Consult is a physician???s guide to laboratory test selection and interpretation, which offers health care providers access to diagnostic advice regarding test selection and interpretation. “Topics include clinical background information, test ordering suggestions, and concise diagnostic advice.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
Reference.MD
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Reference.MD
Intended for medical professionals and researchers. References medical information from the National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings, the National Institutes of Health Unified Medical Language System (UMLS), Drugs@FDA, and the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals
Find Counseling.com
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Find Counseling.com
Provides background and contact information for mental health professionals nation-wide. Therapists are searchable by specialty, zip code, gender, patient age group and more. Find key terms in the medical glossary, psychology news briefs, and links to mental health organizations.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
World Health Organization World Health Organization Search Portal
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
World Health Organization World Health Organization Search Portal
Allows access to a database that “contains the trial registration data sets provided by Primary Registers.??? Users can retrieve information of each trial including inclusion and exclusion criteria and outcomes.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
Anatomy Atlases
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Anatomy Atlases
Anatomy atlases is a digital library containing six different anatomy texts. These include the Atlas of Human Anatomy, Atlas of Human Anatomy in Cross Section, Atlas of Microscopic Anatomy – A Functional Approach, Anatomy of First Aid – A Case Study Approach, Illustrated Encyclopedia of Human Anatomic Variation and Lessons From a Bone Box.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
A starting point for “finding every type of national, international, model and online self-help support group that is available.” Groups are available in a searchable database that can also be browsed by topic.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Dr. Deb
Health and Medical Sciences, Psychology, Women's Health
Dr. Deb
From the blog: “I am a psychologist who specializes in trauma and depression. Current issues and articles that impact the human psyche will be presented here. To be used for educational purposes only.” Dr. Serani also responds to comments to her posts.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health And Medical Sciences Blogs; Health & Medical Sciences Blogs
The Health Care Blog
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Health Care Blog
“One of the most respected independent voices in the healthcare industry”, The Health Care Blog is authored by a group of medical professionals. Entries are added daily about the drug industry, the medical profession???s use of the Internet, insurance, policy, doctors, and other topics.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health And Medical Sciences Blogs; Health & Medical Sciences Blogs
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
First Aid, Health and Medical Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety, Women's Health
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Government resources to support a safe working environment including Comliance Assitance, Laws and Regualtions, statistics and health topics.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–First Aid; Health & Medical Sciences–Occupational Health & Safety
Finding Out-Of-Print Books
Books, Entertainment and Leisure, Travel and Tourism, Women's Health
Finding Out-Of-Print Books
Can’t find that book you loved as a child in the bookstore? This site will help you navigate the world of out-of-print books. It includes advice on the steps to take to find these books, what to do if you don’t remember the title or author, and even information on various used book dealers.
Subject: Entertainment & Leisure–Books
Susan G. Komen for the Cure: About Breast Cancer
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Susan G. Komen for the Cure: About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer-related health information and news. “Here, you’ll find the latest information on diagnosis and treatment, risk factors and screening, including our Breast Cancer Risk Factors Table, and a host of other topics???like complementary therapies, life after treatment, and quality medical care.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
Women For Sobriety, Inc.
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Women For Sobriety, Inc.
Women For Sobriety, Inc., “a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women overcome alcoholism and other addictions,??? identifies local chapters, links to related materials, provides text of articles by the founder, and provides information on becoming a moderator.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Addictions
Healthline
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Healthline
Healthline is both a health search engine and a provider of its own articles on medical topics. This information clearinghouse offers its own doctor reviewed articles and searches other sites that its on-staff doctors and medical experts consider to be “the top health sites on the Web.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Mobility-Advisor.com
Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Mobility-Advisor.com
Serves as “an educational guide on wheel chair options, mobility aids, disability resources, and recreational outlets that enhance the lives of individuals of all ages who need mobility assistance.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Breastfeeding: Best for Baby. Best for Mom.
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Breastfeeding: Best for Baby. Best for Mom.
This site is hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services at WomensHealth.gov. It contains a wealth of information, from common questions and answers about breastfeeding, benefits of breastfeeding, and information about the National Breastfeeding Campaign, including a radio interview with Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona. This sit …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Webvision
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Webvision
Do you have any questions about the eye or human vision? This site has everything you need to know about the eye, with an abundance of information on the structure and functioning of the retina. Packed with helpful images to supplement the text, as well as a few short videos that require Quicktime. From the John Moran Eye Center at the Universit …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
Artist’s Toolkit
Art, Music and Museums, Arts and Crafts, Health and Medical Sciences, Museums, Science Museums, Women's Health
Artist’s Toolkit
Use the Artists CoolKit to explore the basic elements and principles of visual art including rhythm, line, shape, color, space, and balance while creating your own visual pieces.
Subject: Fun Stuff–Arts & Crafts; Art, Music & Museums–Art
Seoul Metropolitan Government
Asia, Regional and Country Information, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Vietnam, Women's Health
Seoul Metropolitan Government
This is the official site of Seoul, the capital of South Korea. It provides comprehensive information on Seoul, inlcuding its history, culture, sightseeings, maps, transportations, policies, statistics, local regulations, and public release.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Asia–Korea
Medical Technology Business Europe
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Medical Technology Business Europe
Medical Technology Business Europe is ???the first publication to focus on developments in medical technology from a European perspective???. The new archives provide information covering the latest developments in medical technology.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Technology
Pregnancy Guide to Fetal Development
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Pregnancy Guide to Fetal Development
The University of Maryland Medical Center created this site which allows you to get an ???insider???s view of a baby in the making??? from its conception all the way to term. You can watch the entire development or freeze the images week by week to see how the fetus changes and grows over time.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
VBAC.com
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
VBAC.com
This site provides mothers-to-be and maternity care professionals access to research-based information, resources, continuing education and support for VBAC* (vaginal birth after cesarean).
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Pregnancy.org
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Pregnancy.org
This site contains information regarding preconception, pregnancy and early childhood. Full of interesting tools, it includes a customizable pregnancy calendar, baby name finder, bulletin boards to chat with other expectant moms, a video library, and articles and essays all about fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth
The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth seeks to prepare pregnant women and their partners for a well-informed, natural birth experience through a series of 12 classes. This method of childbirth education is also called ???Husband-Coached Childbirth.??? This site contains information on diet for pregnancy and a directory of certified Bradley Met …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
AskDrSears.com
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
AskDrSears.com
This comprehensive site contains information on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, family nutrition, fussy babies, sleep problems, childhood illnesses, bottlefeeding and more.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
myMidwife.org
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
myMidwife.org
Created by the American College of Nurse Midwives, this site contains information on midwifery, pregnancy, and family centered care. Find out what midwives do, information on prenatal, gynecological, and infant care, or find a certified midwife.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding–Birth
PSI: Postpartum Support International
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
PSI: Postpartum Support International
Find out what postpartum depression/mood disorders are and their symptoms, in addition to locating postpartum resources for moms and their families, resources for fathers, and information on finding support groups in your area.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health–Depression; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Kellymom.com: Breastfeeding and Parenting
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Women's Health
Kellymom.com: Breastfeeding and Parenting
Kellymom.com offers breastfeeding support and information, including free, downloadable handouts. The site also includes information on parenting, when to start solid foods, nutrition for mom and baby, and post-partum depression. Searchable.
Subject: Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Parenting & Family Life; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breastfeeding
Foot Web
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Foot Web
“Resource for finding information about foot related health care problems, foot care providers, as well as footcare products.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Specializations
March of Dimes: Caffeine in Pregnancy
Nutrition and Diet, Vitamins and Minerals, Women's Health
March of Dimes: Caffeine in Pregnancy
This site gives information on the effects of caffeine on fertility, fetal development, nursing newborns and infants and gives a listing of the amount of caffeine in different food and beverages.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet–Caffeine; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Get Body Smart: An Online Examination of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Get Body Smart: An Online Examination of Human Anatomy and Physiology
A collection of images of and quizzes on human anatomy. Allows the user to, ???visually learn about the human body using??? interactive ???Flash??? animations.???
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
American Pregnancy Association
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
American Pregnancy Association
The American Pregnancy Association is a national health organization committed to promoting reproductive and pregnancy wellness through education, research, advocacy, and community awareness.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
Women’s Health Zone
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Women’s Health Zone
This site provides women of all ages with timely, relevant information covering a wide range of health topics from diet and exercise to pregnancy and preventive care.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
CCRN-CEN Central.com: Caring for Critically Ill People
Health and Medical Sciences, Nursing, Women's Health
CCRN-CEN Central.com: Caring for Critically Ill People
Registered Nurses can expand their professional status and salary expectations by acquiring certification in critical care. This site provides easy access to information and practice questions for the two examinations: CCRN (Certification for Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal Critical Care Nurses) and CEN (Certification for Emergency Nursing). The a …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nursing; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
The Gift of a Lifetime: Organ & Tissue Transplantation in America
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Gift of a Lifetime: Organ & Tissue Transplantation in America
Information about organ and tissue donation, including educational links, a web documentary, and the stories of people who have received or are waiting for donations, and their families. Also provides information on organ systems and the history of transplantation in medicine.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Donors And Transplants
Infinitec.org
Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Infinitec.org
Infinitec.org, “Infinite Potential Through Assistive Technology,” is a collaborative project from the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Chicago and the United Cerebral Palsy Associations that seeks to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities through technology. The site offers extensive librar …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
eMedicine Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
eMedicine Health
eMedicine Health is dedicated to providing consumer health information. “With more than 5500 pages of health content, the site contains articles written by physicians for patients and consumers. Each article is reviewed by 2 physicians and a PharmD. Current medical information is available in the Health Resource, First Aid and Emergencies, and Lif …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Center for AIDS Prevention Studies
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Center for AIDS Prevention Studies
This page, published by the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies at University of Califoria, San Francisco, provides links to fact sheets (both html and pdf) on various topics about HIV/AIDS. Many of the fact sheets are also available in Spanish and Kiswahili.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–AIDS
The Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group (ON DPG)
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
The Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group (ON DPG)
“The Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group or ON DPG is a dietetic practice group of the American Dietetic Association or ADA.” This site provides links to a database of resources for both professionals and patients, a newsletter, and recent research.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Consumer Health Resources on the Internet
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Consumer Health Resources on the Internet
This page is a publication of the University of Connecticut Health Center and includes links to a variety of consumer health information topics including: Directories and Meta Indexes; Full-text Publications; Medical Journals; News Services; Disease, Medical Conditions, General Health; Environmental Health, Quackery and Health Fraud, as well as res …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
NetWellness: Consumer Health Information
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
NetWellness: Consumer Health Information
“Netwellness provides the highest quality health information and education services created and evaluated by the faculty at the University of Cincinnati, The Ohio State University, and Case Western University.” This site includes a library and a list of clinical trials ongoing in the state of Ohio.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
Health Information: Office of Dietary Supplements
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Health Information: Office of Dietary Supplements
The Office of Dietary Supplements is part of the National Institute of Health. This page includes links to information about dietary supplements. Topics include: Background about Claims and Labeling, Informed Decision-Making, Consumer Safety, and Nutrient Recommendation Reports & Tables (DRIs & RDAs).
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet–Vitamins & Minerals; Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals
National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
This is the homepage of the National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) is an institute of the National Institutes of Health which is “dedicated to exploring complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, training complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) researchers, and disseminating au …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet; Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine; Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals
Health Information– National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Health Information– National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
This page is part of the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) website. The page contains links to information for consumers on specific alternative medical treatments. Information is organized under the following headings: Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Alerts and …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Web Sites You Can Trust, The CAPHIS Top 100 List
Ethnicity; Culture; and Race, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Web Sites You Can Trust, The CAPHIS Top 100 List
The Consumer and Patient Health Information Section (CAPHIS), an interest section of the Medical Library Association, offers links to websites “CAPHIS members and other librarians with a resource to use in their daily practice and teaching.” Topic areas include general, men’s, women’s, and senior health.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Consumer Consortium on Assisted Living (CCAL)
Aging, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Consumer Consortium on Assisted Living (CCAL)
CCAL is “is the only national consumer education and advocacy organization” devoted to the needs of consumers of assisted living services and their families.” This site provides information on assisted living and finding assisted living facilities.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Aging
Choosing a Doctor or Health Care Service
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Women's Health
Choosing a Doctor or Health Care Service
This page is part of the MedlinePlus website maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine and includes links to information on choosing a hospital, doctor, specialist, mental health provider, as well as links to research about consumer health issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues–Physicians And Hospitals; Health & Medical Sciences
The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
Online version of one of the most widely used medical texts in the world. Covers symptoms and treatments for an extremely broad range of diseases, disorders, and other medical conditions. Emphasis and tone is aimed at medical professionals, but laypersons will find much of use here as well.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
Ovid
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Ovid
A catalog of world-class book, journal, and database resources, innovative information search and discovery tools, and customized services for the scientific and healthcare community.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
Prostatitis Foundation
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
Prostatitis Foundation
Resources for diagnosis and treatment of prostatitis; extensive links to related resources.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Prostatitis; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Workout America!
Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Online Fitness Coaches
ModernFit is focusing on redefining weight management by encouraging increased physical activity and healthy eating for all Americans. You can find information on healthy weight management, including diet and exercise.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness
The Blonz Guide: Nutrition, Food and Health Resources
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
The Blonz Guide: Nutrition, Food and Health Resources
Web sites and other Internet resources relating to nutrition and food science, compiled by a renowned expert whose aim is to present reliable health information objectively.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Everyday Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Everyday Health
Health portal that provides information about popular health topics, medical conditions, prescription drugs, fitness, wellness, and mental health. The site has a medical expert index to search for questions and answers by condition and doctors’ names. Index of health videos available for viewing.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
“An international listing of clinical research trials. You can use this listing to search for clinicaltrials, find out information about physicians and medical centers performing clinical research, and to learn about drug therapies newly approved by the Foodand Drug Administration. You may also sign up for an E-mail notification service, which will …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
EyesOnThePrize.org
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
EyesOnThePrize.org
EyesOnThePrize.org is an online support and information website for women with gynecological cancers including: cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal, vulvar, and gestational. Features include extensive links and FAQ sections and an “ask the pros” service (submit questions to obstetricians, oncologists, and nurse practitioners.)
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Cervical Dysplasia; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Ovarian Cancer
History of Medicine Division
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
History of Medicine Division
From the National Library of Medicine website: “The History of Medicine Division (HMD) holds all National Library of Medicine (NLM) monographic material printed before 1914, including books, manuscripts, pamphlets, and dissertations, and all journals prior to 1871. In addition, HMD holds NLM’s post-1914 pamphlets and dissertations, the Modern Manu …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–History Of Medicine
Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) Web-Based Encyclopedia
Health and Medical Sciences, Injuries, Public Health, Women's Health
Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) Web-Based Encyclopedia
The FARS webpage features a chart of national motor vehicle traffic crash data from 1994-2002. In addition, users may down load NHTSA statistical reports and query the FARS database.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Injuries
The National Health Policy Forum (NHPF)
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Public Health, Women's Health
The National Health Policy Forum (NHPF)
From the NHPF homepage: The National Health Policy Forum is a participant-driven, nonpartisan information exchange program that works to foster more informed government decision making.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues
Injury Prevention Web
Health and Medical Sciences, Injuries, Public Health, Women's Health
Injury Prevention Web
From the Injury Prevention Web homepage: “The Injury Prevention Web hosts the Web sites of several agencies and organizations working to prevent injuries. This site contains a weekly literature update of recent journal articles and agency reports, injury data for every U.S. state, more than 1400 links to government and non-profit injury prevention …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Injuries
Body Positive: Boosting body image at any weight
Nutrition and Diet, Vitamins and Minerals, Women's Health
Body Positive: Boosting body image at any weight
“BodyPositive looks at ways we can feel
good in the bodies we have.” This site offers resources for accepting your body at whatever weight you are.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet; Health And Sexuality–Body Image & Eating Disorders
Virtual Pediatric Hospital : a digital library of pediatric information
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Virtual Pediatric Hospital : a digital library of pediatric information
Content from the award-winning Virtual Children’s Hospital, created in 1992 at the University of Iowa and shut down January 1, 2006, is still available at this digital library site, specializing in pediatric health and medicine and offering several online pediatric textbooks.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Emory University Rollins School of Public Health
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
National Association for Public Health Statistics and Information Systems
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
National Association for Public Health Statistics and Information Systems
From the NAPHSIS website: “The National Association for Public Health Statistics and Information Systems (NAPHSIS) is a national association of state vital records and public health statistics offices…
The association provides national leadership in advocating, creating, and maintaining comprehensive high quality public health information syste …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Public Health Image Library
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Public Health Image Library
This site is a searchable collection of public health related images created by the CDC.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Center for Law and the Public’s Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Center for Law and the Public’s Health
As described on its homepage the Center for Law and the Public’s Health “is a primary, national resource on public health law, ethics, and policy for public health practitioners, lawyers, legislators, judges, academics, policy-makers, and others.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
“The mission of the Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Corps is to provide highly-trained and mobile health professionals who carry out programs to promote the health of the Nation, understand and prevent disease and injury, assure safe and effective drugs and medical devices, deliver health services to Federal beneficiaries, and furnish heal …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Public Health 101
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Public Health 101
This page describes the functions and importance of public health as a social and scientific discipline.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Public Health Foundation
Health and Medical Sciences, Historical Documents, Political Science, Public Health, Women's Health
Public Health Foundation
The Public Health Foundation (PHF)website states that the PHF is “a national, non-profit organization, is dedicated to supporting, convening, and advancing efforts of local, state, and federal public health agencies and systems to promote and protect the health of people living within their respective jurisdictions.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Public Health in America
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Public Health in America
This Office of Public Health and Science website consists of a mission statement for public health and includes links to the online version of Healthy People 2010, the guideline for public health benchmarks in states and communities.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE)
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE)
From the SOPHE website: “the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) mission is to provide leadership to the profession of health education and health promotion to contribute to the health of all people through advances in health education theory and research, excellence in health education practice, and the promotion of public policies conduc …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Hawai’i Department of Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
Hawai’i Department of Health
Information, news, and events about health issues affecting Hawaiian Islands. Links for hard-to-find health-related resources pertaining to the Islands.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Handbook
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Handbook
This downloadable booklet includes information about educational needs of FAS children, a glossary of terms, list of websites, bibliographies of articles, videos, and books. PLEASE NOTE: to download this booklet you must have Adobe Acrobat.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
FAS Community Resource Center
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
FAS Community Resource Center
The FAS Community Resource Center is a resource for parents and others affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Topics covered on this site include: FAS Facts, FAS symptoms, FAS Intervention During Childhood, and many articles about how fetal alcohol exposure affects behavior.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
This page is maintained/developed by the FAS Community Resource Center (FAS-CRC). FAS-CRC ???comprises two communities: A local community in Tucson, Arizona and a virtual Internet community that reaches beyond Tucson across Arizona, all over the United States, and around the world.???
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: What are the implications for adoptive parents?
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: What are the implications for adoptive parents?
This page discusses the problem of fetal alcohol syndrome and adoption.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Social Sciences–Parenting & Family Life–Adoption; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Diagnosis, FAS Link
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Diagnosis, FAS Link
This page is a product of the Department of Health and Social Services of Alaska. It discusses Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and its diagnosis.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco, Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
NOFAS is a national advocacy group which defines its mission as: ???protecting children and families by fighting the leading known cause of mental retardation and birth defects.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alcohol, Drugs & Tobacco; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
Dittrick Medical History Center
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Dittrick Medical History Center
This website has informative online exhibits, online images, bibliographies, and articles about the history of medicine.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–History Of Medicine
BoatSafe Kids!
Fun Stuff, Sports and Recreation, Swimming, Women's Health
BoatSafe Kids!
Why is the bathroom on a boat called a head? How do life jackets work? This site answers your questions about boats and boating, plus it has instructions on how to tie knots and how to spot storms.
Subject: Sports & Recreation–Boats & Boating; Fun Stuff–Other Fun Stuff
Breast Cancer Connections
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Breast Cancer Connections
This site serves as a source of information to improve the lives of people touched by breast cancer by acting as a clearinghouse for information and support, providing volunteer opportunities for breast cancer survivors and friend dedicated to helping others with the disease, and serving as an educational resource and a community center for all who …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
Ask the Dietitian
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Ask the Dietitian
In this site, Joanne Larsen M.S., R.D. registered dietitian, advises about topics related to diet and foods. As of February 19, 1996, the database contains 346 answers covering 61 topics such as Alcohol, Caffeine, Diabetes, Exercise, Junk Foods, and Vegetarian. We can look over the three screens of topics, and if we don’t find what we want to know, …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
NurseUniverse.com
Health and Medical Sciences, Nursing, Women's Health
NurseUniverse.com
An online community for nurses that focuses on employment and training opportunities. You can search for jobs by state and speciality and look for vocational medical schools in your area. Contains information on continuing education opportunities along with other aspects of nursing career development.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nursing
Southern California Orthopedic Institute
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Southern California Orthopedic Institute
Although a commerical site, there is plenty of useful information about orthopedics for consumers. The first screen has graphical links to the knee, shoulder, ankle, spine, hand and elbow, with each link providing anatomical information and conditions requiring medical intervention. Surgical procedures are illustrated and discussed in basic terms. …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Specializations
Brain Surgery Information Center
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Brain Surgery Information Center
Covers various information about brain surgery including brain-related disorders, up-to-date technique and expected experiences of a patient.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Specializations; Health & Medical Sciences–Surgery
Stroke: Frequently Asked Questions
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Vision and Eye Conditions, Women's Health
Stroke: Frequently Asked Questions
A overview about stroke’s effects on women. Includes descriptions, warning signs, effects, risk factors, prevention, treatment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation information.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Neurological & Neuromuscular Disorders
Testicular Cancer Information and Support
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
Testicular Cancer Information and Support
“This site has been developed for the sole purpose of education and support for patients with testicular cancer and their family members.” Includes cancer facts, sign and symptoms, self-exams, questions, chemotherapy and radiation information, links, stories, and forums.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Cancer; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Reproductive System Diseases; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Cleft Palate Foundation
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Cleft Palate Foundation
Contains advise and information for families and health professionals. The site includes general information, glossary, health care assistance, links, news, and numerous helpful fact sheets for living with a cleft palate.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Birth Defects
WellnessWeb – The Patient’s Network
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
WellnessWeb – The Patient’s Network
The Patient’s Network focuses on a “community approach to the delivery of health care information. It combines original material with links to dozens of other resources.” The Patient’s Network contains Medical Centers which are developed by patients and professionals. Medical Center departments include the Smoker’s Clinic, Women’s Health, Stress Co …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Cervix and Pap Smear Problems
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Cervix and Pap Smear Problems
Frequently Asked Questions explaining various cervical tests, conditions, effects, and treatments. The site also provides links to further educational material, related topics, and message boards.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Cervical Dysplasia; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Reproductive System Diseases
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Other Infant Death (SIDS/OID) Information Web Site
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Other Infant Death (SIDS/OID) Information Web Site
Excellent site containing a plethora of information about SIDS, from medical information to grief support. “This site is the growing collaborative effort of individuals from across the United States and around the world. This site offers up-to-date information as well as support for those who have been touched by the tragedy of SIDS/OID.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics
Merck Veterinary Manual
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Merck Veterinary Manual
“The Merck Veterinary Manual (MVM) has served veterinarians and other animal health professionals as a concise and reliable animal health reference for over 45 years.” This free online version is searchable or browsable.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Veterinary Medicine
SAMHSA’s National Mental Health Information Center
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
SAMHSA’s National Mental Health Information Center
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Mental Health Information Center website provides information about mental health programs and topics, and provides access to publications about different mental health issues.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Pregnancy Centers Online
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Pregnancy Centers Online
Email/phone help line and website with accurate information about pregnancy and abortion, including availability of free pregnancy-related medical services and tests. Does not refer clients to abortion clinics or prescribers of abortion medications.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health And Sexuality–Sex–Pregnancy
Current Controlled Trials metaRegister of Controlled Trials
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Current Controlled Trials metaRegister of Controlled Trials
“The metaRegister of Controlled Trials is a searchable, international database of ongoing randomised controlled trials in all areas of healthcare. At present, the mRCT also contains some completed trials. Offering access to more than 10,000 records, the mRCT is free.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
BMC Women’s Health
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
BMC Women’s Health
“Publishes original research articles in all aspects of the prevention, diagnosis and management of gynaecological, fertility, and breast disorders, as well as related molecular genetics, pathophysiology, and epidemiology.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
Breast Cancer Research
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Breast Cancer Research
“The journal aims to ensure that researchers and clinicians have easy access to the latest research and analysis, particularly in the areas of genetics, biochemistry and cell biology.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
“Publishes original research articles in all aspects of pregnancy and childbirth.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth
The Bones of the Skull
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Bones of the Skull
This site features a downloadable program “developed to help students learn the features and bones of the human skull.” It runs on Macintosh or Windows computers, and consists of QuickTime VR object movies and an interactive textbook. Download is free, but you must register first.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
Prevention
Nutrition and Diet, Vitamins and Minerals, Women's Health
Prevention
“Prevention helps readers stay healthy and vital. It informs nearly 12 million readers each month on new developments in nutrition, fitness, weight control, food preparation and body care; and it motivates them to take charge of their health.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Her Health Online
Alternative Medicine, Chiropractic, Women's Health
Her Health Online
A holistic health magazine for women. Departments include General Health; Breast Health; Nutrition; Fitness; Sex; and The Natural Women.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
The Compleat Mother Magazine
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Women's Health
The Compleat Mother Magazine
“Pregnancy, Childbirth and Breastfeeding issues–artiles, letters, humor on the radical side.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Parenting & Family Life
Before Birth and Beyond
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Women's Health
Before Birth and Beyond
“The StorkNet community newsletter spotlighting articles on pregnancy, infant/child health, reader tips, freebies, and info of interest to parents and those who work in the areas of pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, parenting, and pediatrics.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Parenting & Family Life
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability
Disabilities, Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability
NCPAD (National Center on Physical Activity and Disability) promotes resources that enable persons with disabilities to be physically active. Their web site includes directories of organizations, programs, fact sheets, discussion groups, and online presentations.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness; Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
PubMed
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
PubMed
“PubMed provides access to bibliographic information which includes MEDLINE as well as additional life science journals. MEDLINE is the National Library of Medicine’s (NLM) premier bibliographic database covering the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the health care system, and the preclinical sciences.
“PubMed also p …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Science & Technology–Life Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research
Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.
The Planned Parenthood health site provides information on sexual and reproductive health, resources about the Planned Parenthood organizational activities, and a list of Frequently Asked Questions about health. They also offer a version of their site, including health information, in Spanish.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality; Health & Medical Sciences–Sexuality–Contraception; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health And Sexuality–Sex
InteliHealth
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
InteliHealth
Consumer health web site that provides “credible information and useful tools from the most trusted sources, including Harvard Medical School and University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Established in 1996, InteliHealth has become one of the leading online health information companies in the world. InteliHealth is a subsidiary of Aetn …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
The Fertility Race
Health and Medical Sciences, Men's Health, Women's Health
The Fertility Race
“In the late 1990s, Minnesota Public Radio broadcast this series on infertility and the social issues related to advanced reproductive technologies. Listen to the original audio, or explore insightful articles on the history of American attitudes toward infertility, surrogate motherhood, the vast and profitable fertility industry, a generation of t …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy & Birth; Health & Medical Sciences–Men’s Health
Lamaze International
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Lamaze International
Resources about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. For anyone considering pregnancy to those who have a newborn infant. Searchable.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding–Birth; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Parenting & Family Life
Immunization Info
Health and Medical Sciences, Preventive Medicine, Women's Health
Immunization Info
“NNii’s mission is to provide the best possible science-based information to everyone who needs to know the facts about immunization. NNii believes that immunization is one of the most important ways to protect against serious infectious diseases.” Immunization information, daily immunization-related news, resources for parents, and searchable data …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Preventive Medicine
Alternative Mental Health Online
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Alternative Mental Health Online
“The mission of Safe Harbor is to assist and promote non-harmful, alternative (non-psychiatric) methods and practitioners for helping the mentally disturbed.” The site includes links to articles about various mental health problems, events & seminars, local chapter information, a support group listserv, and much more.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine; Health & Medical Sciences–Mental Health
Iyengar Yoga Resources
Exercise and Fitness, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Iyengar Yoga Resources
Serves as a “comprehensive website for Iyengar yoga.” Directory of yoga-related resources, including listings of associations, books, other yoga sites, study materials, workshops, and a guide to yoga centers worldwide. Users may submit additional resources to the site.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Exercise & Fitness
The Mayday Pain Project
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Mayday Pain Project
“The major goal of The Mayday Pain Project is to increase awareness and provide objective information concerning the treatment of pain. This web site is set up to be an index for visitors and contains carefully chosen Internet links and resources. We hope that everyone from pain sufferers to family members and care givers to medical professionals w …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pain Treatment & Management; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
The National Women’s Health Information Center
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The National Women’s Health Information Center
“The NWHIC provides a gateway to the vast array of Federal and other women??s health information resources. Our site on the World Wide Web can help you link to, read, and download a wide variety of women’s health-related material developed by the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Defense, other Federal agencies, and private …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health
Medicdirect
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Medicdirect
“medicdirect is an innovative health website hosted by some of the leading medical consultants in the United Kingdom, providing a comprehensive health information website written by recognised experts in their particular field of medicine.” This site provides a comprehensive guide for health and medical information. Includes areas dealing with co …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
BreastCancer.org
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
BreastCancer.org
Women’s health resources centering around the topic of breast health, including breast cancer prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and side effects. Provides updates on research news and support systems like lifestyle tips, chat rooms, and discussion forums for women dealing with breast cancer.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Breast Cancer
World Health Organization Mediacentre
Health and Medical Sciences, Health Care Issues, Public Health, Women's Health
World Health Organization Mediacentre
Provides “access to all the latest news, press releases, fact sheets, and multimedia content from the WHO,” updated daily.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Health & Medical Sciences–Health Care Issues
MagPortal.com: Magazine Articles on Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
MagPortal.com: Magazine Articles on Health
A searchable, browsable directory of magazine articles related to health topics that are available online. Topics covered include: Diet & Nutrition; Exercise & Fitness; Illness, Injury & Treatments. Updated every few days.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Retina Reference
Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Retina Reference
Scientific and mathematical discussion of the retina. Information about molecular and cellular structure. Includes a bibliography of vision-related articles, diagrams, mathematical equations, and sections on the retinal neuron and the anatomy of eye.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Anatomy & Physiology
National Deaf Education Network and Clearinghouse
Disabilities, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
National Deaf Education Network and Clearinghouse
“Info to Go collects, develops, and disseminates information on deafness, hearing loss, and services and programs related to children with hearing loss from birth to age 21.” Resources include links to publications, conferences, and psychological and social resources.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Disabilities
The Merck Manual of Medical Information – Home Edition
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
The Merck Manual of Medical Information – Home Edition
“Merck & Co., Inc.’s online version of the home edition of their celebrated medical reference text. Based on The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, the home edition is a new publication from Merck geared for the layperson but still containing searchable ‘information about diseases, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.'” The manua …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medications & Pharmaceuticals; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
burnsurgery.com
Health and Medical Sciences, Injuries, Women's Health
burnsurgery.com
“Burnsurgery.com is designed to provide comprehensive, up-to-date educational tools for burn care professionals throughout the world. As the science and clinical care of burn patients rapidly evolves, we hope that this site will provide an additional tool for burn care professionals to disseminate improvements in burn care.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Injuries
Herbal Bookworm
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Herbal Bookworm
This fun book review site focuses primarilly on works of medical herbalism. There are so many books on herbalism, and many of them are of questionable quality. Use this fine site as a guide to separate the wheat from the chaff.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Rocky Mountain Herbal Institute
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Rocky Mountain Herbal Institute
“RMHI, a private educational and research organization, has offered professional training in Chinese herbal sciences since 1987 (since 1992 in Hot Springs, Montana).” This site has great articles on Chinese and Western herbalism, as well as free access to their online Traditional Chinese Medicine database and library.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
American Botanical Council Online
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
American Botanical Council Online
“The American Botanical Council (ABC) was incorporated in November 1988 as a nonprofit education organization. ABC’s goals are to educate the public about beneficial herbs and plants and to promote the safe and effective use of medicinal plants.” This site provides a nice Herbal FAQ section, as well as links to related sites.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Christopher Hobbs – Herbal Website
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Christopher Hobbs – Herbal Website
This is a classy, but useful, herbalism site, with a nice bundle of articles on individual herbs and actions, a short history of herbalism, and short descriptions of herbs and remedies for common symptoms.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Michael Tierra’s Planetary Herbology
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Michael Tierra’s Planetary Herbology
One can find great articles by Tierra on this site, as well as extensive links to excellent resources on the practice and history of herbalism.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Howie Brounstein’s Home Page
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Howie Brounstein’s Home Page
Amongst other interesting herbal treats, this site has much information on Wildcrafting herbs (This is a respectful and ecologically aware practice and approach to harvesting herbs). There are also many links to botanical databases.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Richters Herbs – Medicinal, Culinary, Aromatic – Plants & Seeds
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Richters Herbs – Medicinal, Culinary, Aromatic – Plants & Seeds
This place has a nice “Education and Events” section, including an online seminar on planting seeds and a lecture series that is posted on the site. Also, in the “News and Info” section, the Richters HerbLetter is a great up-to-date news letter on the herbalism scene.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
Henriette’s Herbal Homepage
Alternative Medicine, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Henriette’s Herbal Homepage
This is one of the best herbalism sites on the Internet. The large amounts of data include, FAQs about the medical and culinary use of herbs, mailing lists and alt.folklore.herbs archives, and a huge collection of her favorite herbalism links.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Alternative Medicine
NIH Consensus Statements
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
NIH Consensus Statements
An NIH Consensus Statement is a report evaluating state-of-the-art scientific information on a given biomedical technology with the purpose of resolving a particular controversial issue in clinical practice. Each NIH Consensus Statement answers a series of four to six questions concerning efficacy, risk, and clinical applications, and recommends di …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes
National Institutes of Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Public Health, Women's Health
National Institutes of Health
“The NIH mission is to uncover new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone. NIH works toward that mission by: conducting research in its own laboratories; supporting the research of non-Federal scientists in universities, medical schools, hospitals, and research institutions throughout the country and abroad; helping in the training …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health
MEDLINEplus: Menopause News and Information
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
MEDLINEplus: Menopause News and Information
This page is part of the National Institutes of Health MedlinePlus. It provides links to information on menopause including symptoms, treatment, clinical trials, alternative therapy, coping strategies and the lastest news.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Menopause
Children with Spina Bifida
Diseases, Disorders and Syndromes, Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Children with Spina Bifida
An informative and useful site for parents and professionals who deal with children with spina bifida. The site contain information in six categories: Spina Bifida (organizations, links); Related Diagnosis; Learning Issues; Family Support; Tests, Surgeries, and Treatments; and Miscellaneous.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Neurological & Neuromuscular Disorders; Health & Medical Sciences–Diseases, Disorders & Syndromes–Birth Defects
Discovery Health
Health and Medical Sciences, Women's Health
Discovery Health
A comprehensive resource for health information. Features include health news, a nutrition guide, health info for people of all different ages, a reference room, and “Ask a Doc.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences
Eat Well, Live Well
Health and Medical Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health
Eat Well, Live Well
“Providing up-to-date, reliable food and nutrition information to students, the general public, health professionals and kids. Includes general info, monthly newsletter, on-line surveys and resources, dietary assessment, research bibliography, etc.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Nutrition & Diet
Center for Endometriosis Care
Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding, Women's Health
Center for Endometriosis Care
A site developed by a treatment center that contain basic information about endometriosis, a question and answer index, and links to other women’s health-related Web sites.
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Women’s Health–Endometriosis