Looking for answers to your health questions? Perhaps you'd like to learn more about healthy eating habits, how to relieve stress or even a procedure that your doctor might be recommending. Click on the link below to take you to a collection of informative and educational articles on a wide variety of health and medical topics. In addition, below are links to sites that provide useful health information. These websites have been recommended by our medical librarians. Clicking on any link will take you directly to that organization's web site.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse |
| Alcoholics Anonymous |
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This site includes information for adults and teens, as well as family members and friends of someone with a drinking problem. |
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| Common Drugs of Abuse |
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Includes information on anabolic steroids and club drugs. |
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| Hazelden |
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Hazelden publisher offers an inspirational thought of the day online or via e-mail. Many articles are also offered free on their website. |
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| QuitNet |
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Free online resource to help smokers quit. |
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| Straight Facts about Drugs and Alcohol |
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Available in print or audio files. The audio files require an audio capable media player. |
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Allergy and Asthma |
| All About Allergies |
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Topics include symptoms and treatment of allergies in children. |
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| Asthma & Allergy Prevention |
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Information on allergy triggers and prevention. |
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| Tips To Remember Brochures |
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Public education tip sheets covering various topics in asthma, allergy and immunology. |
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| Tips to Remember: Prevention of allergies and asthma in children |
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Describes steps a family with a history of allergic disease can take that may delay or reduce the occurrence of allergies in their infants. |
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Alzheimer's |
| Alzheimer's Association |
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This national organization provides information for individuals with Alzheimer's and their families caregivers and friends.
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| FAQ |
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Common questions answered by the American Health Assistance Foundation. |
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Arthritis |
| Arthritis Foundation |
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This national organization site has information on arthritis and related musculoskeletal diseases.
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| Arthritis from About.com |
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Arthritis news, information, and support. |
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| Do I have Arthritis? |
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Easy-to-read brochure describing arthritis and what you can do to feel better.
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| How to Care for Yourself |
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Arthritis Foundation tips on how to improve your health, outlook, and pain level or make life with arthritis a little easier. |
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Back Pain |
| Avoiding a painful back! |
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On the job back injury prevention tips from the University of Virginia. |
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Biological Threats and Disasters |
| Anthrax |
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This site contains news, overviews, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and more of anthrax exposure. |
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| Biological and Chemical Weapons |
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From the National Library of Medicine this site is a starting point to understanding health aspects of biological and chemical weapons. |
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| Helping the Public Better Understand Biological Threats |
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Summaries addressing the most important potential biological threats (anthrax, botulism toxin, plague, smallpox, and tularemia). Each topic contains easy to understand information about what it is, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and preventative steps. |
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| Talking About Disaster: Guide |
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This guide productd by a coalition of organization contains topics such as Family Disaster Plan, Chemical Emergency and Winter Storm. |
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| The Trauma Center |
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This Center comprises a series of articles, fact sheets, and resources to help people understand and manage both the physical and psychological effects of these tragic events. |
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Brain and Nervous System |
| Mental Retardation |
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This fact sheet defines mental retardation and discusses its incidence, symptoms, characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment options. |
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| National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke |
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Information and resources from the National Institute covering disorders of the brain and nervous system. Disorders include Cerbral Palsy, Epilepsy and Multiple Sclerosis. |
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Burn and Injury Prevention |
| National Safety Council |
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The National Safety Council has programs that focus on safety, health and the environment in the home and in the community. Some information can be accessed free on their website. Topics include Falls in the Home and Sun Dafety. |
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| SAFEKIDS |
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Injury prevention is the #1 goal of the National Safekids Campaign. Full text fact sheets and product recalls are included. |
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| U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
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The CPSC helps keep American families safe by reducing the risk of injury or death from consumer products. Safety publications include baby walker safety to preventing window falls. |
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Cancer |
| Ask NOAH: Cancer Basics |
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NOAH provides full-text links to high quality resources on the Internet. Cancer information is arranged by types of cancer, and care and treatment. |
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| Cancer.gov |
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Includes information on types of cancer, treatment options and support services. From the National Cancer Institute Information Center. |
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| Complementary and Alternative Therapies |
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The terms "alternative" or "complementary" are used to refer to non-traditional methods of diagnosing, preventing, or treating cancer. Many cancer patients find that these therapies relieve symptoms or side effects, ease pain, and enhance their lives during treatment. This information is presented from the American Cancer Society. |
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| OncoLink, The University of Pennsylvania Cancer Resource |
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For adult and pediatric cancers. OncoLink has news, general and specific information, support, preventive information and more. From the University of Pennsylvania. |
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| The Leukemia & Lympoma Socitey |
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The society provides up-to-date sources of information on leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other blood cancers as well as patient and family support features. |
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| What You Need To Know About™ Prostate Cancer |
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This National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet contains important information about cancer of the prostate. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men in the United States (other than skin cancer). This booklet mentions some possible causes of prostate cancer. It also describes symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and followup care. It has information to help men with prostate cancer and their families cope with the disease. |
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Consumer Health Information Megasites |
| drkoop.com |
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Topics on the site include health news and information on conditions and concerns. Health tools are available to calculate ideal weight and a sleep calculator. |
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| healthfinder |
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From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this site is a comprehensive resource for consumer health Internet resources. |
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| InteliHealth |
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Featuring Harvard Medical School's consumer health information. |
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| MEDLINEplus |
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Up-to-date, quality health care information from the world’s largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine. |
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| MEDLINEplus Guide to Healthy Web Surfing |
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What should you look for when evaluating the quality of health information on web sites? Here are some suggestions from the National Library of Medicine. |
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Diabetes |
| Diabetes |
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Online publications from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). |
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| InteliHealth: Diabetes |
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Brief articles on Diabetes topics.
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Digestive System |
| Digestive Diseases |
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Online brochures on topics include Crohn's Disease, Gallstones and Peptic Ulcers. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). |
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| Digestive Disorders Patient Information |
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Adapted articles from physician content to help patients and their families understand their medical condition and treatment options. From UpToDate.com
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Drug Information |
| Drug Facts |
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Drug Facts contains more than 4,000 trade and generic drug names. Each monograph describes the use, precautions, side effects, and guidelines for use. For patients and providers. |
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| Drug Information |
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A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) in the USP DI® and Advice for the Patient®. |
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| FDA Drug Information - Consumer |
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Drug information sheets about newly approved prescription drugs.
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| Over-The-Counter Drug Know-How |
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Lists more than 340 frequently used over-the-counter remedies. Gives dosing and food and drug interactions. Medical Economics.
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| Pharmacy and You |
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Consumer oriented pharmacy and medication information. American Pharmaceutical Association. |
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Fitness |
| Health Calculators |
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What is your body mass index (BMI), target heart rate, or calorie burn rate? You can find out these and more using online calculators from HealthScout |
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Headache |
| Migraine Patient Resources |
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Information and news links from the Doctor's Guide website.
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Heart |
| American Heart Association |
| Cardiovascular Information |
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Subjects include high blood pressure, cholesterol and obesity. National Heart Lung and Blood Institute. |
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| Heart and Stroke A-Z Guide |
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The official web site of the American Heart Association contains extensive information on heart disease and strokes. Also included is information on exercise and nutrition. |
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| Heart Surgery Forum |
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Information with images of common cardiovascular diseases. |
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| Take Wellness to Heart |
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Website that specifically addresses the issue of cardiovascular diseases in women. The site includes facts on women's heart disease and stroke, including risks, lifestyle changes, prevention, and nutrition. |
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High Blood Pressure |
| Protect Your Heart! Prevent High Blood Pressure |
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Online booklet on high blood pressure, its treatment and prevention. From the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and Office of Research on Minority Health. |
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| What is High Blood Pressure? |
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Get the facts on high blood pressure and how to live a more heart-healthy life. |
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Home Health Care |
| What is Home Care? |
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Describes the types of services generally provided under home health care.
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| What Types of Services Do Home Care Providers Deliver? |
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Home care providers deliver a wide variety of health care and supportive services. This page defines the roles of particular providers.
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Long Term Care |
| A Family Guide: Making The Transition To Nursing Facility Life |
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Information for family members to assist the resident's transition to long term care.
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| Myths And Realities Of Living In A Nursing Facility |
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Information to help residents and their families to know the difference between the myths and the realities of life in a nursing facility.
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| Planning for Long-Term Care |
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Helpsheet from the National Institute on Aging.
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Mental Health |
| American Psychological Association |
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Public information from the APA on mental health and psychological issues. A title is "What You Should Know About Women and Depression". |
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| Anxiety Disorders |
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Brief introduction to anxiety disorders including Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
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| Ask NOAH About: Mental Health |
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Mental health problems, care and treatment, and resources are provided by New York Online Access to Health (NOAH). |
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| Depression |
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Provides a definition of and discusses the causes and treatment of depression.
uses and treatment of depression. |
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| Depression: How Medicine Can Help |
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A general overview is presented on the use of medication for treatment of depression.
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| How to get help for anxiety disorders and/or depression |
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Discusses use of a health-care professional to determine if the symptoms are due to an anxiety disorder and/or depression, some other medical condition, or both. |
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| Internet Mental Health |
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Includes information on disorders, medications and diagnosis for mental health. |
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| Mental Health Net |
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Covers information on disorders and treatments for problems such as anxiety, depression and sleep disorders. |
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Muscular and Skeletal |
| Amputee Coalition of America |
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National consumer educational organization. ACA is the publisher if inMotion and the free online newsletter NPN Communicator.
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| Amputee Information Resource Center |
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Site contains links and information on amputation, amputees and prosthetics. |
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| Myasthnia Gravis Association of Western PA |
Occupational Health |
| Ergonomics |
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Tips on healthy computing from the ergonomics program at the University of California, Berkeley. |
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| Managing Daily Life When Dealing With Chronic Pain |
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Describes the benefit of using occupational therapy to manage chronic pain. |
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| Occupational Safety and Health Administration |
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Fact sheets covering employees in the workplace. |
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Orthopedics |
| Encyclopedia |
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Browse the categories of orthopedic conditions for information and illustrations. |
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| Fact Sheets |
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Including topics on calcium, prevention and warning signs. |
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| Your Orthopedic Connection |
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Select an icon such as foot or knee to view online brouchures and diagrams.
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Osteoporosis |
| National Osteoporosis Foundation |
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Patient information and news about osteoporosis for women and men.
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| Osteoporosis |
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Articles adapted from physician content to help patients and their families understand their medical condition and treatment options. From UpToDate.com.
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| Osteoporosis Brochure |
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Describes causes and treatment of osteoporosis. Includes color diagrams. |
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Pain Management |
| American Pain Foundation |
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Online resource center for people with pain, their families, friends and caregivers |
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| The Management of Pain |
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American Society of Anesthesiologists. |
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| Understanding Cancer Pain Management |
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American College of Physicians. |
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Pediatrics |
| Bright Futures |
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Contains developmental information on birth through adolescence. |
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| healthfinder kids |
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Contains information on topics of interest to kids. Topics include alcohol and other drugs, feelings and smoking. Also includes safe web surfing tips for kids. |
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| KidsHealth |
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For parents, kids and teens from The Nemours Foundation.
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| PediHeart |
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A place for kids with heart disease and a place for parents. Learn about the normal heart and heart defects. |
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Rehabilitation |
| American Physical Therapy Association Public Information |
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This site provides information about physical therapy, and illustrated brochures covering various topics such as Balance and Falls, Knees and Neck Pain.
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Seniors |
| Aging with Ease |
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A positive approach to pain management. |
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| Elderly Safety |
| Health & Wellness from AARP |
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Online articles include legislative, insurance and caregiver issues.
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| Home Modification and Repair |
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Discusses how home modification and repairs can promote independence and prevent accidents. |
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| Preventing Falls Among Seniors |
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Tips on what you can do to prevent falls.
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| Seniors' Health (General) |
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Full-text information and link resources selected by the National Library of Medicine. |
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| Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging |
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Resources and advocacy information for regional seniors. |
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Sleep Disorders |
| National Center on Sleep Disorders Research |
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Facts about sleep problems and a sleep I.Q. quiz. |
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| When You Can't Sleep |
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Handout on sleep insomnia. |
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Stroke |
| A Patient's Guide to Stroke |
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From the Heart Information Network. |
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| American Stroke Association |
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A guide to stroke, the warning signs, and resources for life after a stroke. |
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| Stroke |
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Stroke basics and related topics from Intelihealth |
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| Stroke Information Page |
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Stroke Information Page Information and links from The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. |
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| Stroke Rehabilitation |
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Factsheet from the American Academy of Family Physicians on the effects of and rehabilitation from a stroke. |
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| Stroke Risk Factors |
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Discuses risk factors for stroke and provides links to related issues. |
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Surgery |
| YourSurgery.Com |
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Diagrams, photos and animation of operative procedures designed to educate patients and families about their surgeries.
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Trauma and Burn Injury |
| American Burn Association |
| Burn Survivors Online |
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Online resource providing information and support for burn survivors and their families. |
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| Preventing Falls Among Seniors - |
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Tips on what you can do to prevent falls.
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| What You Should Know about Traumatic Brain Injury |
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Discusses prevention and common symptoms of concussion in children and adults. |
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Women's Health |
| National Women's Health Information Center |
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From the Office on Women's Health in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. |
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| Take Wellness to Heart! |
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Website that specifically addresses the issue of cardiovascular diseases in women. The site includes facts on women's heart disease and stroke, including risks, lifestyle changes, prevention, and nutrition. |
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| Working Hearts |
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Working Hearts provides information about women's heart health and tips for heart health improvement. |
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