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Publisher: U.S. National Library of Medicine Education, Careers, and Outreach in Environmental Health and Toxicology 
 Collection of resources on toxicology and environmental health for those interested in careers in these fields. The site covers education, career options, continuing education, accreditation boards, and professional societies. Also includes resources for K-12 education and links to international organizations. From the National Library of Medicine. http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro/edcotox.html Topics: Education, Environment, Health & Medical Disciplines, Public Health & Safety Last updated Jun 15, 2005 MEDLINEplus: Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
Links to the latest information on SARS. Includes news, general overviews, graphics, and statistics on SARS cases. Also provides contacts for organizations, adoption information, and links to MEDLINE searches for research articles on SARS or related issues. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/severeacuterespiratorysyndrome.html Topics: Health, Infectious Diseases, Statistics Last updated Jun 9, 2003 MedlinePlus: Parathyroid Disorders
Collection of links to websites about parathyroid disorders such as hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, hypercalcemia, and parathyroid cancer. Includes links to sites on diagnosis, treatment (including a video of minimally invasive radioguided parathyroid surgery), anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system, clinical trials, and more. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/parathyroiddisorders.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Apr 4, 2006 MedlinePlus: Disaster Preparation and Recovery
Provides links to overviews of family and citizen emergency preparedness, coping information, law and policy, and pages for emergency management for children and seniors. Also available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Electrical Energy, Energy, Environment, Home & Housing, Hurricane Katrina, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Senior Health, Technology, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Mar 3, 2006 Osteoarthritis
Information about osteoarthritis, "one of the oldest and most common types of arthritis ... characterized by the breakdown of the joint's cartilage." Find news, diagnoses, treatments, alternative treatments, specific conditions, disease management, representative research articles, and more. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/osteoarthritis.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Nov 12, 2004 Dream Anatomy
A browsable exhibit of annotated images of prints from 1500 to the present representing human anatomy, both real and imagined. This site organizes and presents "anatomical imagery ... detailed and informative but also whimsical, surreal, beautiful, and grotesque — a dream anatomy that reveals as much about the outer world as it does the inner self." Also includes lesson plans. From the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/dreamanatomy/ Topics: Lesson Plans, The Human Body Last updated Mar 22, 2004 MEDLINEplus Health Information: Biodefense and Bioterrorism
High-quality information about biological weapons, including anthrax, botulism, mustard gas, plague, smallpox, and tularemia. Also includes news and general resources about bioterrorism. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/biodefenseandbioterrorism.html Topics: Biology, Infectious Diseases, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weapons Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Spinal Cord Injuries
A compilation of links to information about injuries to the spine and to the spinal cord. Features an overview, information about anatomy and physiology, clinical trials, specific conditions, treatment, research, and more. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spinalcordinjuries.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, The Human Body Last updated Oct 12, 2004 MedlinePlus: Male Breast Cancer
A compilation of links to information about male breast cancer. Topics include diagnosis and symptoms, treatment, clinical trials, research, and genetics. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/malebreastcancer.html Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, People, The Human Body Last updated Oct 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Men's Health Topics
This site is a directory of compilations of links on topics relating to men's health. Topics addressed include prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, infertility, vasectomy, male menopause, and male breast cancer. Selected topics address issues related to boys and women. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/menshealth.html Topics: Cancer, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, People, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated Oct 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Chemical Emergencies
High-quality information about chemical weapon and other chemical hazard health issues, including latest news, overviews, specific conditions, and related links. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/chemicalemergencies.html Topics: Health, Health, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weapons Last updated Dec 12, 2008 MEDLINEplus: Clinical Trials
"A clinical trial is a research study conducted to evaluate new treatments in people." This site has background information and guides to understanding numerous clinical trial concepts. It includes related news, directories, research, statistics, a glossary of clinical terms, an interactive tutorial, sound files, and other resources. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/clinicaltrials.html Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Hormone Replacement Therapy
Links to news and information about post-menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Includes reports of clinical trials and other research into the use of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone; fact sheets on HRT; information on alternative therapy; and links to related organizations. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/hormonereplacementtherapy.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Senior Health, Women's Health Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Staphylococcal Infections
A compilation of links to information about Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (often called "staph"), which can live harmlessly on many skin surfaces but which can cause infection when the skin is punctured. Features an overview, news, and information about clinical trials, specific conditions, prevention and screening, research, and more. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/staphylococcalinfections.html Topics: Drugs, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 3, 2004 MedlinePlus: Uterine Fibroids
Compilation of links to information about uterine fibroid tumors. Topics include anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment options (including embolization), clinical trials, and statistics. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/uterinefibroids.html Topics: Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 22, 2004 Arctic Health
This National Library of Medicine site provides "a central source of information on diverse aspects of the Arctic environment and the health of Northern peoples. It provides access to evaluated health information from hundreds of local, state, national, and international agencies, as well as from professional societies and universities." Features a searchable directory of health topics, sections for telemedicine and traditional medicine, and information on the Arctic Council. http://www.arctichealth.org/ Topics: Environment, Public Health & Safety, Regions of the World, Technology Last updated Oct 28, 2007 Medline Plus: Eye Wear
Provides links to resources on eyeglasses and contact lenses. Covers topics such as reading an eyeglasses prescription, selecting eyeglass frames for your face type, buying contact lenses on the Internet, selecting sunglasses and sports eye protectors, and what to do with old glasses. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/eyewear.html Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices, The Human Body Last updated Mar 30, 2004 Medline Plus: Women's Health Topics
A collection of high-quality information resources on women's health issues, including domestic violence, menopause, pregnancy, and vaginal diseases. From the MEDLINE database, National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/womenshealth.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Senior Health, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jun 15, 2005 Greek Medicine
Online exhibit about "Greek medicine from the gods to Galen." Describes highlights from Greek mythology, as well as provides overviews of the medical theories and accomplishments of Hippocrates, Aristotle, Galen, and other Greek physicians. From the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/hmd/greek/ Topics: Health, History By Place, Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Jun 10, 2003 Haz-Map
"Occupational toxicology database designed to link jobs to hazardous job tasks which are linked to occupational diseases and their symptoms. It is a relational database of chemicals, jobs and diseases." Search by hazardous agents, diseases, occupations, and symptoms (see More Searches to search by job tasks, processes, symptoms, findings, and more). Many areas browsable. Includes a glossary. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Pollutants & Toxic Substances Last updated Sep 4, 2002 MedlinePlus: Pneumonia
Collection of links to information about the disease, including diagnosis, prevention, research, and statistics. Covers specific conditions such as walking pneumonia, and related issues such as HIV/AIDS and lung disease. Some information available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pneumonia.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 12, 2005 MEDLINEplus: Drug Information
"Information on thousands of prescription and over-the-counter medications is provided through two drug resources -- MedMaster , a product of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), and the USP DI Advice for the Patient , a product of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)." Browse by generic or brand name of the drug from an alphabetical index. The results include warnings and side effects of the drug. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginformation.html Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2004 Cesarean Section: A Brief History
An illustrated history of this surgical birth process from ancient times to the 20th century. Includes a bibliography. The material is taken from a brochure that accompanied a 1993 exhibit at the National Library of Medicine. Produced by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/cesarean/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Aug 22, 2008 MedlinePlus: Interactive Health Tutorials
"Using animated graphics each tutorial explains a procedure or condition in easy-to-read language. You can also listen to the tutorial." Includes tutorials on diseases and conditions, tests and diagnostic procedures, surgery and treatment procedures, and prevention and wellness. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorial.html Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2004 Lymphogranuloma Venereum
Fact sheet on lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV), "a sexually-transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis that causes inflammation and drainage of certain lymph nodes, and destruction and scarring of surrounding tissue." From MedlinePlus. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000634.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Infectious Diseases, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Dec 28, 2004 MedlinePlus: Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
A compilation of links to information about plastic and cosmetic surgery. Topics include pictures and diagrams, specific conditions, coping, rehabilitation, statistics, and surgery for children and teens. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/plasticandcosmeticsurgery.html Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Oct 28, 2004 MedlinePlus: End of Life Issues
Includes information on coping, advanced care planning, feeding tubes and ventilators, health care choices, palliative care, finances, funeral arrangements, and "What To Do Before and After the Moment of Death." Some material in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/endoflifeissues.html Topics: Death & Dying, Long-term Care Last updated May 15, 2005 Profiles in Science: The Albert Szent-Gyorgyi Papers
Biography of "Albert Imre Szent-Gyorgyi (1893-1986), a Hungarian-born biochemist, [who] was the first to isolate vitamin C, and ... [whose] research on biological oxidation provided the basis for Krebs' citric acid cycle. ... His later career was devoted to research in 'submolecular' biology. ... He was especially interested in cancer, and was one of the first to explore the connections between free radicals and cancer." Includes documents and photos. From the National Library of Medicine. http://profiles.nlm.nih.gov/WG/ Topics: Notable People Last updated Dec 7, 2005 U.S. National Library of Medicine: Chemical Information
Hundreds of thousands of chemicals, plus "synonyms, structures, regulatory list information, and links to other databases." The "ChemIDplus Lite" feature allows searching by chemical name or registry number; with "ChemIDplus Advanced," users "search and display ... registry number, chemical name, molecular formula, structure, physical and toxicological properties plus locator and classification data." Also includes links to additional databases and resources. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemical.html Topics: Environment, Health & Medical Disciplines, Public Health & Safety, Science Last updated Feb 15, 2006 Visible Proofs: Forensic Views of the Body
Companion to a 2006-2008 exhibition that teaches about the history of forensic medicine, items in a forensic laboratory, and recent developments in forensic science. Features galleries of significant cases (such as the autopsy of President Lincoln), technologies, biographies of prominent scientists, and artifacts. Also includes lesson plans and other material for educators. Many of the descriptions are not for the faint-hearted. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/visibleproofs/ Topics: Crime, Health & Medical Disciplines Last updated Feb 21, 2006 Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed)
This site provides a "peer-reviewed and fully referenced database of drugs to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. Among the data included are maternal and infant levels of drugs, possible effects on breastfed infants and on lactation, and alternate drugs to consider." Searchable by drug name. Part of the National Library of Medicine Toxicology Data Network (ToxNet). http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT Topics: Drugs, Women's Health Last updated Apr 18, 2006 ToxMystery
This interactive site from the U.S. National Library of medicine explains potential environmental health hazards found in the home to children ages 7-10. Toxie the cat leads them on a tour through the house and helps them find and learn about hazardous substances such as carbon monoxide from furnaces, used motor oil, metal cans sealed with lead, and pesticides sprayed on houseplants. The site has resources for parents and teachers as well. http://toxmystery.nlm.nih.gov Topics: Environment, Health, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Public Health & Safety Last updated Jun 8, 2009 Toxmap
This is a geographic information system (GIS) that uses U.S. maps to pinpoint the location of toxic and hazardous materials listed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) and Superfund Program. It allows users to create local maps showing the location of facilities that release toxic substances (into the air, ground, or water) and identifies both the substances released and the facilities releasing them. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://toxmap.nlm.nih.gov Topics: Geography, Pollutants & Toxic Substances Last updated May 18, 2007 Do Mandrakes Really Scream? Magic and Medicine in Harry Potter
Website accompanying a 2007 exhibition about medicine and magical lore in J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series of books. Articles and images of historical books and drawings explore alchemy, historical figures (such as Nicholas Flamel, a scholar and scribe who died in 1417), unicorns, mandrakes, potion-making, and related themes from the series. From the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/mandrakes/ Topics: Health Last updated Nov 27, 2007 MedlinePlus: Pulmonary Fibrosis
Collection of links to resources about this disease that "harms the tissues deep in your lungs. The air sacs ... become inflamed and scarred. If scarring progresses, it makes your lungs thick and stiff. That makes it hard for you to catch your breath, and your blood may not get enough oxygen." Covers diagnosis and symptoms, disease management, research, and related areas. From U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pulmonaryfibrosis.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Dec 5, 2007 MedlinePlus: Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Fish Oil, Alpha-Linolenic Acid
Background about dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which "include fish oil and certain plant/nut oils. Fish oil contains both docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), while some nuts... and vegetable oils ... contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)." Includes a detailed chart with recommended preventative uses (based on scientific evidence) of these items for specific diseases and conditions. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-fishoil.html Topics: Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Jan 28, 2008 Resources for Albinism
Collection of links to resources on albinism, a genetic defect of melanin production that results in little or no pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes. Includes links to introductory material, book sections and chapters about albinism and genetics, recent scientific articles, and links to resources for screening, genetic testing, and directories of specialists. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/ga?disorder=Albinism Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Apr 24, 2008 Historical Anatomies on the Web
Images from historical anatomical atlases from the 16th through 19th centuries. "Each atlas is linked to a brief Author & Title Description, which offers an historical discussion of the work, its author, the artists, and the illustration technique. The Bibliographic Information link provides a bibliographical description of the atlas." Includes links to related sites. From the History of Medicine Division of the National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/historicalanatomies/ Topics: The Human Body Last updated Aug 20, 2008 MedlinePlus: Flu
Collection of links to material about influenza (the flu), "a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses." Provides overviews, news, journal articles, statistics, and pages on diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and related topics such as the flu vaccine and egg allergies. Includes links to material for specific groups: children, teenagers, pregnant women, and seniors. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/flu.html Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Nov 4, 2008 Against the Odds: Making a Difference in Global Health
Companion to an exhibit about communities that, "in collaboration with scientists, advocates, governments, and international organizations, are taking up the challenge to prevent disease and improve quality of life." Features an online exhibit, games, lesson plans and "Educator's Guide to Hosting a Global Health Conference," monthly guest column, ways to get involved in global health discussions, and details about the physical exhibit (2008-2010) in Washington, D.C. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://apps.nlm.nih.gov/againsttheodds/ Topics: Health, Public Health & Safety Last updated Nov 26, 2008 MedlinePlus: Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
Compilation of links to websites about multiple births, which "are way up in the United States. ... More women are having babies after age 30 and more are taking fertility drugs. Both boost the chance of carrying more than one baby." Find resources on preparation for births, parenting, breastfeeding, statistics, clinical trials, and other topics related to twins, triplets, and other multiple births. From The National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/twinstripletsmultiplebirths.html Topics: Families Last updated Feb 2, 2009 Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine
Companion to a traveling exhibition "created to explore the link between Harry Potter and the history of science." Site features illustrated essays comparing Harry Potter's world with the history of science in the areas of potions, monsters, herbology, magical creatures, fantastic beasts, and immortality. Also includes lesson plans, online activities, and a bibliography. The tour will begin in the fall of 2009. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/harrypottersworld/index.html Topics: Literature: Fiction, Science Last updated May 14, 2009 MedlinePlus: Organ Donation
Collection of links to information about the donation of "healthy organs and tissues from one person for transplantation into another." Some of the topics include organ donation basics, requirements for being an organ donor, living donation types, organ donation and ethnic minorities, and U.S. organ donation organizations. A Spanish version of the page is available. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/organdonation.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 13, 2009 Enviro-Health Links: 2009 H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
Collection of links to all of the major information sources, national and international, about swine flu. Topics include federal response to the spring 2009 outbreak (such as information on antiviral medications and travel alerts), international resources, genetic sequence information, maps, veterinary resources, and information in Spanish. Also includes suggested searches in the National Library of Medicine. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/enviro/swineflu.html Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated May 18, 2009 |
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