The databases, books and websites recommended below primarily contain information about various aspects of health and wellness, including illnesses, treatments, drugs, nutrition and healthy living. Most books, DVDs or audiobooks in the Library are in the 610-619 call number range of the non-fiction section.
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Contains the licensing background and disciplinary information of physicians and other health care practitioners. From Administrators in Medicine (AIM), the national nonprofit organization for state medical and osteopathic board executives.
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The CDC is a major component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Topics on the CDC site include Diseases and Conditions, Emergencies and Disasters, Environmental Health, Healthy Living, Injury, Violence and Safety, Life Stages and Populations, Travelers' Health, and more. Available also in Spanish plus many other languages.
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A public education project on prescription medicines from Consumer Reports. Also, see other information included on different topics.
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Public health resource for DeKalb County. Includes the capability to search for DeKalb County restaurants, hotels and swimming pools--and see the results on their latest Health Inspection Reports.
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Noncommercial, evidence-based, information on drugs and herbs. Includes pill images, drug comparisons and a convenient way to check for on drug interactions, plus more. From Express Scripts, Inc. (ESI), the nation’s largest independent pharmacy benefit manager.
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From the federal agency responsible for protecting public health. This is the first place to look for information about food and product recalls. Plus other information, such as generic equivalents for your prescriptions.
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One-stop access to U.S. Government avian and pandemic flu information. Includes options for information in Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese. The site is managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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The Georgia agency that provides services to help families and individuals stay healthy and self-sufficient.
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Information from the primary state agency that has the ultimate responsibility for the health of Georgia communities and the entire state population.
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Provides assistance for persons dealing with insurance issues or complaints in Georgia. Includes a glossary of insurance terms and list of commonly asked questions with answers.
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This site is coordinated by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It also includes dietary and physical activity guidelines.
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Find out about private insurance plans and possible financial assistance available through the Health Insurance Marketplace. HealthCare.gov is a federal government website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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Find information on how well hospitals care for patients with certain medical conditions. This site was created through the efforts of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the Department of Health and Human Services, and others.
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Includes lab test descriptions, screening guides and more. Organized by the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC), this site is the product of a collaboration among professional societies representing the clinical laboratory community. Spanish-language version available plus other languages.
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From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. The mission of the site is to provide useful and up-to-date information and tools that reflect the expertise and standard of excellence of Mayo Clinic.
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The best place to start for all types of health and wellness information. Search for specific information or browse the list of topics that cover common diseases and conditions as well as exercise and nutrition. Includes information on drugs and supplements, easy-to-understand tutorials, and links to clinical trials plus more. Updated daily. From the the U. S. National Library of Medicine. Spanish-language version also available.
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From the United States Department of Agriculture, My Plate shows the five food groups that are the building blocks for a healthy diet using a familiar image—a place setting for a meal.
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There are 21 health institutes and centers including the National Cancer Institute, National Institute on Aging, and the National Institute on Mental Health. Information on current medical research is found here.
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Find information on nutrition, healthy eating, physical activity, and food safety from various agencies of the U.S. federal government. Nutrition.gov is a service of the National Agricultural Library, Department of Agriculture.
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The Library’s Senior Health subject guide focuses on health information for older adults.
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The U.S. government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services.
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The directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters. Also available in Spanish plus other languages.