Specialty Association Patient Education w/ Features
This is a list of more than 50 medical specialty professional associations with links to information for patients.
University of Utah Dpt of Pathology
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National Cancer Institute
Cancer.gov provides detailed information about the different types of cancer and how they are treated, with a special emphasis on cancer research. The National Cancer Institute (NCI), which is part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, publishes the website and prepares its content. Information includes About Cancer (discussing cancer in general, including causes, diagnosis, […]
American Cancer Society
Cancer.org provides information about cancer with a special focus on prevention and on resources for people with cancer. The American Cancer Society (ACS), a nonprofit organization, publishes the website. The website lists the names and qualifications of the individuals responsible for the website’s medical content. The American Society of Clinical Oncology, a professional organization, collaborates […]
Centers for Disease Control
CDC.gov provides extensive information about how to prevent illness, injury and disease. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, publishes the website and prepares its content. The CDC’s website describes its current mission. Information includes a searchable Health Topics A-Z Index selected for relevance […]
FoodSafety.gov
FoodSafety.gov provides information about how to store and handle food safely to avoid food poisoning. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services publishes the website and prepares its content. Information includes Keep Food Safe (by event/season; by type of food; and in a disaster or emergency); Food Poisoning (explaining the causes and symptoms of […]
Family Doctor
FamilyDoctor.org provides patient education about diseases, conditions, prevention and wellness for each stage of life. The American Association of Family Physicians publishes the website and prepares its content. Information includes Diseases/Conditions; Prevention and Wellness; Family Health (infants/toddlers, kids/teens, seniors, men, women, pregnancy); Resources (including a medical dictionary and immunization schedules); a Symptom Checker; Doctors’ Notes […]
American Academy of Pediatrics
HealthyChildren.org provides information about conditions that affect children or young adults. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) publishes the website, which features articles written by members of the AAP. Information includes Ages & Stages (from prenatal to young adult and including a Checkup Checklist); Healthy Living; Safety and Prevention; Health Issues; a children’s Symptom Checker; […]
American Geriatrics Society
HealthInAging.org provides information about health issues associated with aging. A non-profit foundation created by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS), a professional association, publishes the website. The AGS provides oversight and professional review. Information includes Aging and Health A-Z; Age-Friendly Healthcare; Medications and Vaccinations for older adults; Driving Safety (with an interactive driver safety questionnaire); a […]
Symptom Checker
IsabelHealthcare.com offers a free symptom checker for consumers and a subscription symptom checker for healthcare professionals. Isabel Healthcare, a commercial company, publishes the website. The website notes that the company includes a physician and a registered nurse. Tips for use:– A “How To” Guide explains in detail how to use this tool.– In symptom checker […]