HUM 115 : Critical Thinking

Diseases & Conditions - (ADHD, birth defects, cancer, diabetes, fetal alcohol syndrome, flu, hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, etc.). Healthy Living - ( topics such as food safety, bone health, immunizations, & smoking prevention). Emergency Preparedness & Response. Injury, Violence & Safety. Environmental Health - (air pollution, carbon monoxide, toxic substances, mold, etc.). Workplace Safety & Health.
Data & Statistics. Global Health - (international problems such as AIDS, malaria, and disease detection).

Guides to healthy living, such as nutrition & fitness, important screening tests, pregnancy & parenting, heart health, diabetes, public health & safety, STDs, cancer prevention. Special issues for women and the elderly. Videos and podcasts, links to agencies for services or more information, search tools to locate a doctor, dentist, health center, nursing homes or other care providers.

Search by the name of the test, the disease or condition being tested for, or the type of screening to find out how to prepare and what to expect. Learn how to better interpret your results and discuss them with your health care professional.

Similar resources to CDC and Healththfinder sites. Unique features include a search by symptoms, a section devoted to first aid, and a nationwide search for clinical trials under "Research." Information for medical professionals is separated from the consumer health sections.

A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine includes information on drugs and supplements, and a general health encyclopedia, plus videos and interactive tools. Can be searched in English or Spanish.

Nemours is one of the nation’s leading pediatric health systems, treating even the most disabling childhood conditions. Resources for prevention, specialty medical care, advanced hospitalization, applied research, and advocacy integrated with health information.

Information on common cancer types, signs and symptoms, treatment approaches and clinical trials (both open and completed). Search for physicians and sources for genetic testing.

Browse by broad topics such as eating disorders, or search by keyword. Information can also be searched based on age and gender. Resources for finding help, comparing treatment options, research underway and clinical trials. Site also offers educational materials on brain function.

Cancer types, treatment, risk and prevention, clinical trials, physicians and support (including resources for caregivers and those who have lost a loved one to cancer).

Similar to Healthfinder, but with an emphasis on women's issues.

Similar to other National Institute of Health sites, but targeted to individuals 60 years of age and older. Offers text size and contrast options to accommodate those with vision limitations.

Locate, evaluate and compare nursing facilities by location (zipcode, city or state) or search by facility name. Also offers detailed information on Medicare eligibility, benefits and costs.