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Medline on FirstSearch
A collection of current articles on health topics, many of which are full text.

• Drug Information
ConsumerLab
Results of lab tests of vitamins and nutritional supplements.
FDA Approved Drugs
Information on prescription and over the counter drugs approved by the FDA.
Mayo Clinic Drug Information
Information on drugs.
RxList
Information on drugs.

• Drug Savings
Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs.org
I-Save RX
This Illinois-sponsored site offers discounts on medications purchased outside the U.S. All Illinois residents are eligible to participate in this program. Free enrollment is required.
Illinois Benefits.org
This site covers information on the Circuit Breaker prescription program, now known as Illinois Cares Rx. It offers help with choosing supplemental Medicare drug coverage and includes screening and enrollment for other Illinois assistance available to senior, disabled and low-income citizens.

• Hospitals and Nursing Homes
Consumer Reports Nursing Home Guide
Tips on choosing a nursing home as well as a list of nursing homes likely to provide better quality care and poorer quality care.
Health-E Illinois
Directory of Illinois health care providers and services.
Hospital Compare
This government-sponsored site evaluates U.S. hospitals by their performance in particular areas of care and the quality measures they employ. Search by hospital name or location.
Leapfrog Hospital Quality Ratings
Sponsored by a group working to promote the safety, quality and affordability of healthcare.
National Center for Assisted Living
Information on choosing an assisted living facility, including ratings.
Nursing Home Compare
Information on nursing homes.
Quality Check
Read and compare quality reports on a wide variety of accredited health care providers.

• Medical Information
Diagnostic Tests
Information from Harvard Medical School Family Health Guide on common medical tests.
Family Medical Net
Excellent place to begin your search for health and wellness information.
Intelihealth
Consumer health information from many organizations.
Mayo Clinic Health
Articles and information from Mayo Clinic doctors.
MedicineNet
Extensive coverage of diseases and conditions. Supervised by board certified physicians.
Medlineplus
Information about specific diseases and conditions.
National Institutes of Health
Links to many health information sites.
National Library of Medicine Gateway
Access multiple U.S. government health resources with a single search.
PubMed
Easy access to Medline index of medical journal articles.
Rosenthal Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Resources and links to evidence-based information about CAM treatments.
WebMD
Comprehensive health site.

• Physician Directories
American Board of Medical Specialists
Listings of Board-certified doctors. Free registration is required.
American Medical Association
Listings of doctors in the U.S.
Health-E Illinois
Directory of Illinois health care providers and services.

Alternative Lifestyles: Gay and Lesbian Resources
A list of books to help gay and lesbian individuals in the various aspects of their lives.
Alternative Medicine
Find books on health care practices from a wide variety of cultures that focus on non-drug, non-surgical therapies. These methods are often used to complement traditional medical treatments.
Click On Sites for Caregivers
Practical advice, resources and support for caregivers.
Click On Health and Medicine
Find information on medications, diseases and physicians.
Click On Pregnancy and Birth
Reliable sites on fertility, prenatal care and birth options.
Click On Seniors Online
Special sites offer information on health, job opportunities, money management, travel and social services for seniors.
Click On Yoga and Meditation
Explore various yoga disciplines for fitness and well-being.
Finding Your Way through the Health Care Maze
Sources to help you choose the best health insurance, doctor and hospital, as well as information on how to spend less for prescription drugs.
What Can I Eat? Cooking for Special Diets
A listing of books and websites that have recipes for those on special diets. Find information by disease or by type of restricted foods.
We’re Having a Baby
Check out materials that offer information and guidance for your 9-month adventure.