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Medical treatment and pharmaceutical handouts for patients. Consumer health brochures. Medicare booklets. Patient education materials.

Ergonomics » Medicine

Clinical practice guidelines, patient handouts on low back pain, CTS, etc.

A Patient's Guide to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome [12107] ?

A patient education fact sheet

A Patient's Guide to Low Back Pain [14166] ?

A patient education fact sheet

Patient Education Materials: Artificial Joint Replacement [12255] ?

Patient guides on joint replacement

Patient Education Materials: Foot Problems [12253] ?

Patient guides on common foot disorders

Patient Education Materials: Knee Problems [12254] ?

Patient guides on common knee disorders

Patient Education Materials: Shoulder Problems [12252] ?

Patient guides on common shoulder disorders

Health » Aging

Resources on nursing homes, eldercare, etc.

Eldercare [2889] ?

A guide for families and unions on caring for elderly family members

Health » Assessments

Online health self-evaluations and questionnaires

Nutrition Reference [16971] ?

Reference materials for patients - special medical diets as well as healthy eating

Health » Consumer Info

Health and medical resources and libraries for the general public

Consumer Information Center [1097] ?

Full text versions of federal consumer publications from the US government

Consumer Publications - Health & Medical [1099] ?

Federal consumer brochures on health, drug & health aids, medical problems, mental health

Cosmetics [1128] ?

Series of documents on cosmetic safety, FDA requirements, cosmetic labeling, etc.

Doctor-Patient Communication Tips [2569] ?

Guidance on how the patient can enhance communications with their physicians

Health Topics [12053] ?

Database of health information for consumers

InteliHealth [283] ?

Health library with over 2 million pages of health information

Health » Dental

Large number of reference materials for the dentistry profession

Dental Hygiene Information Center [7839] ?

Consumer information on oral hygiene

HIVdent [7810] ?

Guidance for dentists on recognizing, oral manifestations of HIV, infection control, etc.

Implant Information [7833] ?

Information for consumers about dental implants

Oral Health - Patient Education Fact Sheets [1809] ?

Dental health facts and topics

Oral Health Information [7866] ?

Provides guidance on oral hygiene and how to maintain a healthy smile

Oral Health Topics A-Z [2016] ?

Fact sheets and articles for dental patients

Orthodontics: Facts About Braces [7864] ?

Information for the general public from the American Association of Orthodontists

Pediatric Dentistry [7822] ?

Online pediatric dentistry topics and parental brochures

Resources for Dental Professionals [4053] ?

White papers and professional education materials

Health » Fitness

Guidelines on physical activity and health

Fitness Guide - On Your Way to Fitness [573] ?

Fitness guide provides facts and advice on how to become physically fit

Health » Medical Center Mgt

Handbooks for medical staff and patients, departmental resources

Handbook for Patients and Families [pdf] [6091] ?

Full text of a patient handbook in use by a hospital

Health » Medicare

Beneficiary and consumer info

Medicare Providers: Drugs [7798] ?

Find prescription drug plans in your state that match your required drug list

Medicare Providers: Home Health Care [7792] ?

Detailed information about every Medicare-certified home health agency in the country

Medicare Providers: Medical Equipment Suppliers [7795] ?

Contact information for suppliers that provide services or products under the Medicare program

Health » Nutrition

Food guide pyramid, nutrition guides, dietary guidelines, weight control & more

Adult Nutrition & Health Information for Educators [938] ?

Food nutrition & health information for educators

Dietary Guidelines - AHA Diet [549] ?

American Heart Association dietary guidelines for healthy adults

Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005 [1119] ?

Authoritative advice for people two years and older about good dietary habits

Food & Nutrition - Consumer Information [1098] ?

Federal consumer brochures on food and nutrition

Food and Nutrition Center [2570] ?

Reference articles and materials on the subject of diet and nutrition

Health » Wellness Programs

Workplace health promotion and wellness programs

Worksite Health Promotion [3917] ?

Guidance for companies to control the costs associated with unhealthy workers by promoting health

Human Resources » Discrimination

Fact sheets on discrimination - sex, race, age, disabilities, etc.

Fighting for the Rights of Employees with Disabilities [2888] ?

Guide for employees with disabilities to understand their workplace rights

Medicine » Cancer

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of cancer

Screening and Testing to Detect Cancer [2726] ?

Overview of Cancer Screening and Testing

Medicine » Cardiovascular

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of cardiovascular disease

Patient Guides [12477] ?

Cardiovascular disease guides for patients

Medicine » Clinical Guidelines

Full text of clinical practice guidelines for numerous specialties in medicine

Chest: Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines [8898] ?

American College of Chest Physicians clinical practice guidelines

Medicine » Dermatology

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of dermatology disorders

AcneNet [5034] ?

Information resources for patients about acne and its treatment

Dermatology Public Resource Center [5032] ?

Definitions of dermatology terms, explanation of common dermatologic conditions and procedures

Medicine » Diabetes

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of diabetes

CDC's Diabetes and Public Health Resource [3402] ?

Comprehensive guides for medical practitioners and patient handouts on diabetes

Juvenile Diabetes Information [3416] ?

Daily care and treatment, coping with emotional demands, delay complications, etc.

Patient Handouts on Diabetes [3410] ?

Over 60 patient handouts on diabetes topics

Medicine » First Aid

Full text of first aid manuals and handouts

Updated Eye Care First Aid [952] ?

First aid guidelines for various eye injuries and conditions

First Aid Kit [16969] ?

Lists contents that should be included in a first aid kit

Medicine » Mental Health

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of mental health disorders

Mental Health Disorders [3672] ?

Full text articles & resources related to mental health disorders

Medicine » Orthopedics

Clinical resources on orthopedics

Patient Education Materials [402] ?

Series of orthopedic and ergonomic medicine guides designed for patients that provide explanations & illustrations

Medicine » Patient Handouts

Full text of handouts applicable for patients

Cardiovascular Disease Conditions [548] ?

Subject matter from the American Heart Association

Consumer Versions of Clinical Practice Guidelines [16136] ?

Consumer guidelines for back problems, agina, incontinence, depression, cancer pain & more

Dental Patient Education [21704] ?

Series of dental patient handouts

Disease Reference [16965] ?

Over 4,000 medical references

Diseases & Conditions [2575] ?

Reference information on diseases and conditions

Eye Information for Patients [3422] ?

Online full text brochures for patients on various topics relating to the eye

Health Education Handouts [2098] ?

Alphabetical listing of patient handouts on various medical topics

Health Information Encyclopedia [11466] ?

Hundreds of diseases, including symptoms, prevention methods and treatment options

Information for Clinical Center Patients [3874] ?

Information for patients participating in clinical research protocols for the NIH

Information for Wheelchair Users [27964] ?

Wheelchair safety, maintenance, proper seating, etc.

National Institute of Mental Health Patient Education Materials [11695] ?

Information about the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for mental health

Orthopedics Patient Education Brochures [3615] ?

Large number of patient handouts related to orthopedic conditions and prevention

Put Prevention into Practice [2909] ?

Guides for clinical preventive services for normal-risk adults & children

Medicine » Pharmaceuticals

Clinical resources on pharmacology

Drugs and Treatments Guide [12052] ?

Database of information on medications for consumers - alphabetical by drug

FDA Drug-Specific Information [16970] ?

Database of information for patients and consumers

How to Avoid Drug Interactions in the Elderly [11488] ?

Adverse drug interactions represent one of the most important challenges facing medical professionals

US Pharmacopeia [9099] ?

Home page for USP

Medicine » Pulmonary

Clinical resources on the medical treatment of pulmonary disease

Living with Lung Disease [12625] ?

Advice for patients with lung disease

Medicine » Radiology

Clinical resources for radiology

Radiology Info [18008] ?

Patient information about radiology

Medicine » Surgery

Clinical resources on surgery

Frequently Performed Procedures [15188] ?

Series of public information brochures on specific clinical procedures

Safety » Patient Safety

Medical errors, medication errors, patient safety guidance

Drug and Medical Device Safety [16968] ?

News and reference materials related to drug and medical device safety

Medication Safety Resources [583] ?

Consumer information on the proper use of nonprescription & prescription medicines






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