We've selected the following websites because they offer reliable information and useful features.
They are sponsored by reputable organizations and are for the most part non-commercial.
As you explore health topics via the internet, please keep in mind that many websites are not
reliable, and that no website is a substitute for the advice of licensed medical professionals.
Family Doctor
Self-care guide, body mass index calculator, "search by symptom," self-care, when to see a doctor,
drug information, website reviews and a family practitioner directory. From the American Academy of
Family Physicians.
For College Women
"A gateway to reliable, comprehensive, non-commerical health information...Developed by Brandeis
University college students for college students everywhere."
Go Ask Alice!
Health question and answer service by the Health Promotion Program at Health Services, Columbia University.
HealthFinder
Alphabetical health topics, "check-ups" to assess health and practices, medical dictionaries, encyclopedia,
journals, directory of health organizations from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
InteliHealth
Discussion boards, drug resource center, health headlines and alphabetical health topics. From Aetna, Inc. &
Harvard Medical School.
Mayo Clinic
Alphabetical health topics, information about treatment decisions, drugs and supplements,
assessments, calculators for BMI, calories and target heart rate.
Medical Library Association
Recommends health websites, some by topic, and offers guidelines for evaluating websites.
Medem Network
Create a free iHealthRecord, a confidential interactive record that allows you to store, update and
share health information with your physician or in an emergency situation.
Merck Source
Virtual body tours, Merck Manual for health disorders, health encyclopedia, tips for working with
your doctor, forms for keeping your own records, plus register to receive the Harvard Health e-Newsletter
or customized news based on your interests. Provided by Merck Pharmaceutical.
MyStudentBody
Interactive program for college students to reduce risks
associated with drinking.
MyPyramid.gov
Personalized food guide pyramid and helps you track dietary and physical activity.
National Women's Health Information Center
A gateway to women's health information resources, with alphabetical health topics, in both English
and Spanish, calculators, immunization information, on-line screenings.
SafeMedication.com
Instructions for administering medicines, form for keeping track of your medications, from the
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
UM Taubman Medical Library
A fantastic collection of electronic health resources, some of which you need a UM
Kerberos password to access.
WebMD
Alphabetical health topics, "symptom checker", drug and herb look-up, newsletters, quizzes,
calculators, self-assessments and guides to help you manage your health.
Your Disease Risk
Calculate your risk for cancer, diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and stroke, sponsored by the Harvard School of Public Health.
