FREE RELIABLE HEALTH INFORMATION AT . . .

www.medlineplus.gov

Produced by National Library of Medicine (NLM) for the National Institutes of Health (NIH),  MEDLINE PLUS is a Web-based consumer resource for up-to-date information on diseases, drugs and supplements and medical research.  Again it is FREE and NO commercial advertising.  Can be accessed through any mobile device, through electronic health records (FHRs) and patient portals via MedlinePlus Connect.   There is a wide disparity in the quality of content among medical resources on the Web and MedLine is a reliable source.  “Health Topics” on the home page leads you to information on more than 900 diseases, conditions and wellness issues, including overviews of symptoms, causes, treatments and prevention.  UPDATED REGULARLY AND OFTEN DAILY.  The “Drugs” section provides consumers with information on adverse effects, dosages and precautions for over 1,000 brand-name or generic prescription and over-the-counter drugs — provided by the American Hospital Formulary Service.  “Herbs and Supplements” section on site.  Clicking on “Videos and Cool Tools” leads to interactive tutorials that explain over 165 procedures and conditions in simple language with accompanying audio and graphics and quizzes.  Stay HEALTHY TO READ ALL THIS!!