American Association of Retired Persons
The American Association of Retired Persons Web site contains information on research, volunteer and community programs, issues and advocacy, and member benefits for retired persons.
Citizen Advocacy Center
A training, research, conferences, and networking Web site for health care institutions' public members and consumer representatives.
Healthnavigator
This Consumer Health Information Services site provides resource guides on a variety of health topics, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, hormone replacement therapy, cancers in men, nutrition, back pain, depression, and naturopathic medicine. General information is given for each topic, as well as organization information and print and electronic resources.
International Food Information Council
This site includes food safety and nutrition information, information for reporters, publications, educators, and additional resources.
International Lactation Consultant Association
A worldwide network of lactation professionals dedicated to advancing the profession of lactation consulting worldwide through leadership, advocacy, professional development and research.
KidsHealth
KidsHealth is one of the largest sites on the Internet providing expert health information about children from before birth through adolescence. Created by The Nemours Foundation Center for Children's Health Media, KidsHealth has separate areas for kids, teens, and parents - each with its own focus, tone, and design.
Mayo Health
Mayo Health O@sis is a source of reliable health information from Mayo Clinic. The Web site is a natural extension of Mayo's long-standing commitment to provide health education to its patients and the general public. You'll find easy-to-read, relevant information for a healthier life. You'll discover a growing database of explanations on how to treat common and not-so-common illnesses, as well as information on disease prevention.
National Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE)
NCPIE is a coalition of over 125 diverse organizations whose mission is to stimulate and improve communication of information on appropriate medicine use to consumers and healthcare professionals. NCPIE is the nation's leading authority for informing the general public and health care professionals on safe medicine use through better communication. Better medicine communication can lead to better health outcomes and improved quality of life.
OncoLink
OncoLink was founded in 1994 by University of Pennsylvania cancer specialists with a mission to help cancer patients, families, health care professionals and the general public get accurate cancer-related information at no charge. Through OncoLink you can get comprehensive information about specific types of cancer, updates on cancer treatments and news about research advances.
Planned Parenthood Federation
The Planned Parenthood Federation Web site is a resource for sexual and reproductive health information. It includes topics such as birth control, sexually transmitted infections, abortion, teen issues, and tips for parents, as well as a history and description of Planned Parenthood. Job listings for the national office, affiliates, and clinics nationwide are updated regularly. The site also refers users to local clinic locations, services, etc., through a zip-code indicator.
South Carolina Hospital Association
On this site you can download The Universal Medication Form tool developed for the consumer to keep track of all of the prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, and herbal supplements that a person takes when they are at home. You can get these forms from many places such as hospitals, physician offices, pharmacies, and health fairs. Take the form with you and give copies to each of your doctors, your pharmacist, and your dentist. Have them help you update the form if your medications change.