HEALTH TOPICS
Visit these web sites provided by the federal government, state and local agencies, non-profit groups, healthcare providers, and others.
General Health Topics
- MedlinePlus – Health Topics
Check this site, created by the National Library of Medicine, for diagnosis and treatment info, news, clinical studies and links to related associations and statistics. (En Español) - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The CDC, administered by the Department of Health & Human Services, provides info on diseases and conditions, health promotion, vaccinations and more. (En Español) - Familydoctor.org
Put together by the American Academy of Family Physicians, this site contains info on health conditions, as well as health tools and a “smart patient guide”. There is a link to a Spanish version from the main web page. - Healthfinder
The National Health Information Center maintains this site, which offers info on diseases, health news, alternative medicine, prescription drug info, medical dictionaries and prevention and wellness sites. - MayoClinic.com
This site, from the Mayo Clinic, contains links to disease and condition information, health and wellness sites, drug and supplement info, health assessment tools, calculators and more. - Medical Library – Medem Network
This is a website which promotes patient-physician relations. Create online health records, research health topics, track health news and search for physicians from the site. - NOAH: New York Online Access to Health
This non-profit group provides information in English and in Spanish on a wide range of health topics.
Health Information for Specific Groups
Find information specific to children (and parenting), women, men, special populations and senior citizens.
- Children
- Women
- MedlinePlus - Women's Health Issues
- National Women's Health Information Center
- National Women's Health Resource Center
- Men
- Special Populations
- Seniors
Lab Tests
Learn more about the different diagnostic tests available for a variety of health conditions.
TRAVEL HEALTH
Access information on vaccinations as well as destination-specific health concerns.
HEALTHY HOME
Learn more about emergency preparedness, first aid and environmental health.
- Emergency Preparedness Resources
- Learn CPR
- ToxTown - Toxic Chemicals and Environmental Health Risks Where You Live and Work
- U.S. Fire Administration - Home Fire Prevention
Health News
See what's current in health news.
Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Learn more about alternative treatments for a variety of conditions, find alternative medicine practitioners, and read more on herbal supplements and recent developments in alternative therapies.
Environmental Health
Learn about ways to make environmentally sound choices.
- National Library of Medicine (NLM)
- Environmental Health and Toxicology
Includes links to databases, bibliographies, tutorials, and other scientific and consumer-oriented resources. Also includes access to Toxicology Data Network (TOXNET®), an integrated system of toxicology and environmental health databases that are available free of charge.
- Environmental Health and Toxicology
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Environmental Health
Includes topics on health and the environment, a list of campaigns and programs, links to publications and data and statistics. Also has an A-Z index of Environmental Health topics.
- Environmental Health
- National Geographic Society
- The Green Guide
Includes product buying and travel guides and other simple, useful ideas “that make going green a gradual and affordable process rather than an all-or-nothing plunge.”
- The Green Guide
- Nature Conservancy
- Carbon Footprint Calculator
Measure the impact of your carbon emissions upon our climate. The calculator estimates your yearly greenhouse gas production and gives tips for reducing your energy use.
- Carbon Footprint Calculator
- Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
- Green Living
Contains the “Green Living Toolkit” with ideas for conservation, protecting your health and advice on how to save money while saving energy. Also includes a green living guide for businesses.
- Green Living
Pet Health
Learn about pet care and diseases pets and other animals can carry.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- American Animal Hospital Association
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- Pet Health
- AVMA collections – Selected articles from AVMA scientific journals that have practical application for veterinarians, their clients, and the public.
Staff of the HS/HSL have chosen quality resources based on specific selection criteria. These web sites can help you get started, but you should consult with your healthcare provider about any information obtained from the Web.
