| Web Site |
Summary |
| Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality |
A U.S. government Web site with a wide range of information on health topics, including quality of care, health plans, prescriptions and health conditions. |
| American Diabetes Association |
A site dedicated to patients with diabetes and those taking care of them. Includes nutritional tips, recipes and prevention recommendations for youth and adults. |
Centers for Disease Control
Centros para el Control y la Prevencion de Enfermedades
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The comprehensive site offers a wide range of health topics, including diseases and conditons; environmental health; emergency preparedness and response; travelers health and workplace safety. |
MedlinePlus
Un servicio de la Biblioteca Nacional de Medicina de EE.UU. y los Institutos Nacionales de la Salud |
Patient resources from information on medicine and supplements to an encyclopedia of health topics from A-Z. Also includes interactive tutorials and videos of surgeries. |
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
Institutio Nacional del Corazon, los Pulmones y la Sangre
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Order printed copy of bilingual publications or download. Topics include heart attacks, heart health, asthma and children’s nutrition. |
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National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
Institutio Nacional del Corazon, los Pulmones y la Sangre
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An index of illnesses and health problems relating to the heart, lungs, blood and sleep disorders.
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National Institutes of Health
Departmento de Salud y Servicios Humanos Institutos Nacionales de la Salud
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Comprehensive information on a range of health topics; medicines and supplements; interactive tutorials and health articles. |
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Departmento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos
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Detailed guidelines on nutrition, diet and the food groups. Focuses on the food pyramid. |
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