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General Resources
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Diseases Database 
 This site features "a cross-referenced index of human disease, medications, symptoms, signs, abnormal investigation findings etc. This site provides a medical textbook-like index and search portal." Provides definitions, causes of diseases, links to Web sites on the topics, and related resources. Includes search tips and a FAQ. Browsable and searchable. From i-medicine.info. http://www.diseasesdatabase.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Jul 13, 2005 Diseases, Disorders and Related Topics
Sweden's Karolinska Institute Library and Information Center provides an extensive collection of Web sites related to diseases, health conditions, and disorders. The topic list is based on MeSH (the Medical Subject Headings), but you can use a keyword search using everyday terms. http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Jul 13, 2005 Healthtalkonline
This British site contains a "database of personal and patient experiences through in-depth qualitative research into over 40 different illnesses and health conditions." Some of the information is specific to the British healthcare system. Sponsored by the DIPEx Research Group at the University of Oxford as well as other public and private organizations. http://www.healthtalkonline.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Nov 13, 2008 Next Steps After Your Diagnosis: Finding Information and Support
This document "offers general advice for people with almost any disease or condition. And it has tips to help you learn more about your specific problem and how it can be treated." Includes sections on taking time to examine your options, getting support, talking with your doctor, seeking out information, and deciding on a treatment plan. Also available in Spanish. From the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). http://www.ahrq.gov/CONSUMER/diaginfo.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Sep 23, 2008 WebMD: Health A-Z
Easy-to-understand information on hundreds of diseases and conditions. Each topic includes description, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and related articles. http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/common-topics/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Dec 2, 2007 |
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