MEDICAL WEB SITES

keep men's health and children's health records

www.aapcc.org - The American Association of Poison Control Centers. Can also call at (800) 222-1222

www.cdc.gov  - For information on immunization requirements.

www.Medlineplus.gov - A goldmine of good health information from the world's largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine.

www.Merckhomeedition.com - A free condensed version of the reference book. Medical professionals have relied on this book for years for information about different medical health issues! Now you can, too.  

www.Healthfinder.gov - A gateway to reliable consumer health and human services information developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. If you have questions about men’s health, women’s health, child health or specific health information, this is a good place to begin your quest.

www.Rxlist.com - A great site if you’d like to see information on the most regularly prescribed drugs, their side effects, drug interactions, dosage, usage, warnings and precautions.

www.nih.gov - Provides data from the 27 branches of the National Institutes of Health, including the National Cancer Institute and National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. This site is an excellent research tool to help you fill in the holes in your personal health history and family history.  If, for example, you learn that your family health history includes different types of cancers, you may benefit from research on this site to study up on symptoms, treatments, statistical data and more.

www.MayoClinic.com - Find answers to everyday questions. Provides interactive programs to help with weight loss, exercise, and smoking cessation. These everyday health issues are faced by millions of Americans, but don’t have to be. With the right education about these health risks, you don’t have to be a statistic. You can take control of your personal health and take control of your life.

www.4women.gov - Reliable health information for women everywhere. Special sections on topics like heart disease, disabilities and pregnancy, as well as many other women’s health issues.

www.Medscape.com - All medical and health topics from A to Z. This is one of the most up-to-date and complete medical sites around. Used by physicians and medical professionals in all areas of medicine, the site contains the latest research finding, symposium notes, information about medical conditions and more. When you need any health information, log on and be prepared to stay awhile.

www.americanheart.org - The American Heart Association website

www.cancer.org – The official website of the American Cancer Society. If you are seeking information about any cancer topic, this is a good place to start.

www.fda.gov - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration website