Diseases & Conditions

Is there a health topic that you'd like to learn more about?

Knowing the facts can be a powerful tool in maintaining your health and treating disease. There are many places that you can learn more about a specific disease or condition.

Your family physician. Your family physician can answer many questions about your health concerns. He or she may also refer you to a specialist who has special training in the topic.

Your local library. Many libraries offer books and periodicals that can help you learn more about health issues. Many libraries also have public access computers where you can use the Internet to research an issue that concerns you. Find a library near you.

Your community hospital. Did you know that many hospitals have medical libraries that you can use, free of charge? Find a medical library near you.

The Internet. There are hundreds of sites on the Internet offering information on different health topics, covering a wide range of educational and institutional resources. We offer links to many of these sites.

Looking for health information online? There are many great websites that can help you learn more about any health concerns you might have. Here are some reliable sites to get you started.

• familydoctor.org Health information for the whole family from the American Academy of Family Physicians.
• HealthFinder A gateway to government and nonprofit sources online, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
• MayoClinic.com Information about diseases, conditions, and healthy living. This website is reviewed by Mayo Clinic experts.
• MedlinePlus.gov A collection of websites, selected by the National Library of Medicine. Helpful for both healthcare consumers and professionals.

Want to be sure that what you are reading online is accurate and safe for your health? Find out more.