YOUR Health

Disclaimer

It is not the intention of the University Library to provide medical advice, but rather to provide users with information to better understand their health and their diagnosed disorders. Please consult with a qualified physician for diagnosis and for answers to your personal questions.


Where to Start

Medline Plus

Centers for Disease Control A-Z Topics

Consumer and Patient Health Information (MLA) – 100 Websites you can trust

Evaluating Health Information

HealthFinder

Health.gov

MayoClinic.com

Medem: Medical Library

New York Online Access to Health

Online Books

A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia

Merck Manual Home Edition

Merriam Webster Online Medical Dictionary




Find Mental Health Information

MedlinePlus Guide to Mental Health Information

Mental Health Information from the American Psychiatric Association

National Institutes of Mental Health

National Alliance on Mental Illness

Find Nutrition Information

American Dietetic Association

Nutrition.gov

MedlinePlus: Food and Nutrition

CDC: Nutrition Information

MyPyramid (USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion)

Find Exercise and Fitness Information

CDC: Fitness Information

Fitness.gov

MedlinePlus: Fitness and Exercise

NY Times Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator

NY Times Calorie Calculator for Goal Weight

Find a Doctor or Hospital

AMA DoctorFinder

Directory of Family Doctors

Hospital Compare

Health E-Illinois- Medline Go Local

American Hospital Association

 

 


Your Personal Health Record

American Hospital Association: Your Health Record

Family History Initiative

National Digital Medical Archive: MyNDMA

iHealthRecord: Personal Health Record (PHR)


Financial Assistance

Medline Plus: Guide to Health Financial Assistance

Illinois All Kids

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid


Crisis Assistance

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

National Domestic Violence Hotline


Campus Resources

Counseling Center

Disability Resources and Educational Services

McKinley Health Center

OASIS at Illini Union

Sportwell Center

Student Insurance Office