This guide, written by medical librarians, provides consumer tips on how to search for and evaluate online health information.
Review Date: February 15, 2013
Medical Library Association
Every time you talk with a doctor, nurse, or pharmacist, use the Ask Me 3 questions to better understand your health. Review this helpful checklist before you visit your doctor.
Review Date: September 15, 2010
Partnership for Clear Health Communication
This page provides instructions for a skin self-exam. If you notice a mole that is different from others, or that changes, itches or bleeds (even if it is small), you should see a dermatologist immediately.
Review Date: March 13, 2013
American Academy of Dermatology
CancerCare Connect Education Workshops offer easy ways for people all over the country to get up-to-date information about cancer and cancer related topics from the experts over the phone. Read the FAQ to learn about the workshops and how you can participate.
Review Date: March 15, 2013
Cancer Care
The Consumer and Patient Health Information Section (CAPHIS) of the Medical Library Association has reviewed and approved this list of health web sites for consumers researching health care information.
Review Date: December 23, 2012
Medical Library Association
CardioSmart is a patient education site of the American College of Cardiology. This site offers accurate information to engage, inform, and empower patients to better prepare them for participation in their own care.
Review Date: March 29, 2013
American College of Cardiology
This document provides questions patients should ask before they decide if a doctor and a dermatologic surgery procedure are right for them.
Review Date: November 16, 2012
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
This page has information on how coping helps to reduce the negative impact of an illness such as cancer. It also lists coping strategies that are helpful for cancer patients and their families.
Review Date: February 20, 2013
Family Care Research Program
Use this online resource to locate a diabetes educator near you. You may search for an AADE member by selecting a state from the map, or search by provider name, city or zip code.
Review Date: April 07, 2011
American Association of Diabetes Educators
Search this web site to locate a Lamaze certified childbirth educator and class in your area.
Review Date: October 30, 2012
Lamaze International
Find a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) in your state who provides high-quality healthcare services similar to those of a doctor and helps patients make wise health and lifestyle choices.
Review Date: December 23, 2012
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
This fact sheet offers suggestions for choosing a physician and facility for cancer treatment.
Review Date: February 11, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Screening tests can find diseases early, when they’re easiest to treat. Find out which preventive medical tests you need to stay healthy.
Review Date: November 02, 2012
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Merck Manual of Medical Information - Home Edition is designed for use by consumers. Users can either consult the appendix devoted to Resources for Help and Information or perform a simple or advanced search for more personalized information.
Review Date: March 25, 2013
Commercial Entity--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
The Medical Library Association provides this selection of "most useful" web sites to assist consumers who are researching health information.
Review Date: December 23, 2012
Medical Library Association
Anytime a person is taking five or more medications, the chances that he or she will experience a harmful drug interaction are very high. Learn how you can lessen the chance of a harmful drug interaction.
Review Date: June 27, 2012
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
When you call PALS, you’ll establish a one-on-one connection with a dedicated PALS Associate. Your PALS Associate can provide you with the most current information about the disease, treatment options,specialists, clinical trials, support groups, diet, nutrition and much more.
Review Date: June 08, 2012
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Here are some tips to help you and your doctor establish a good working relationship so that you can become partners in improving your health care.
Review Date: February 04, 2013
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Skin self-examination can alert you to changes in your skin and aid in the early detection of skin cancer. Learn how to do it and what to look for.
Review Date: March 13, 2013
Skin Cancer Foundation
