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<HTML><HEAD><TITLE></TITLE></HEAD> <BODY BGCOLOR="#ffffff"><CENTER> <a name="top"><IMG SRC="gifs/hmhd.gif" ALIGN="BOTTOM"></a></CENTER> <HR> <CENTER><IMG SRC="gifs/alpha1.gif" ALIGN="TOP" usemap="#alpha" border=0></CENTER> "Self" Magazine's Breast Cancer Handbook <A HREF="http://nysernet.org/bcic/self">http://nysernet.org/bcic/self</A> Women can learn to do a breast self-exam, discover their cancer risks, and get mammogram facts here, as well as find out more about breast lumps. There is a glossary, along with an article on breast cancer prevention. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: health education , women's health "The Share Guide" <A HREF="http://www.shareguide.com/mag">http://www.shareguide.com/mag</A> A holistic journal, the Guide devotes each issue to a theme; recent themes have included retreats, bodywork, and education. If you are searching for an aura photographer, a channeler, a shaman, or a counselor, you can find what you're looking for in the Holistic Health Directory. Some New Age disciplines represented include polarity therapy, somatics, and vibrational healing. The Guide's links include the Alternative Medicine Network, AngelNet, Arcana Celestia, and the Lightworks. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Magazines Keywords: holistic healing , New Age <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="a">ADA</a> Online / American Dental Association <A HREF="http://www.ada.org">http://www.ada.org</A> Anyone with teeth should visit the American Dental Association's Web page. This site is a mega-resource for dental information, with online publications like Dental News Digest and Dental Advocate offering consumers extensive data concerning recent developments, procedures, and health tips. Information on dental products and services is featured, and a huge selection of additional links is provided. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Publications E-Zines Keywords: consumer tips , dentistry , teeth Aesclepian Chronicles <A HREF="http://www.forthrt.com/~chronicl/homepage.html">http://www.forthrt.com/~chronicl/homepage.html</A> In Greek mythology, Aesclepius, son of Apollo, the god of healing, was a famous physician. This monthly journal, which takes its name from this mythological figure, examines all aspects of alternative medicine and its relationship to conventional medicine. Healing through motion, synergistic methods and psychology are addressed along with informative book reviews, classes and an archive of previous articles. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Care Health Resources Psychology Publications Keywords: book reviews , herbs , shamanism , synergistic methods Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry <A HREF="http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/atsdrhome.html">http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/atsdrhome.html</A> Created to assess the presence and nature of health hazards at specific locations, ATSDR strives to reduce further exposure and the associated illnesses that result from such exposures. The home page is full of links to other health-related Web sites, in addition to offering an agency profile, case studies, and agency announcements. Other Categories: Health Care Keywords: ATSDR , disease , illness , public health , toxic substances AIDS Information Newsletter <A HREF="http://www.cmpharm.ucsf.edu/~troyer/safesex/vanews">http://www.cmpharm.ucsf.edu/~troyer/safesex/vanews</A> This newsletter is geared to health care professionals, educators, and librarians. Included are such topics as safer sex, women and HIV, AIDS in the health care environment, and tuberculosis. Back issues are available through the NIAID gopher. Information is also provided on the San Francisco VA Medical Center, who sponsors this site. Other Categories: Health Care Newsletters Psychology Keywords: counseling , safe sex , Veterans Administration Medical Center Alternative and Complementary Medicine Home Page <A HREF="http://galen.med.virginia.edu/~pjb3s/ComplementaryHomePage.html">http://galen.med.virginia.edu/~pjb3s/ComplementaryHomePage.html</A> This Web site compiles a comprehensive list of resources from the world of alternative medicine. Acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic, flower remedies, music therapy, rolfing, and reflexology are just a few of the categories offered. Current research topics include medical billing, insurance issues, cost effectiveness, and credentialing. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Care Keywords: acupuncture , chiropractic , healing arts , reflexology , rolfing Alternative Medicine <A HREF="http://www.pitt.edu/~cbw/altm.html">http://www.pitt.edu/~cbw/altm.html</A> This page offers a good starting place for information on unconventional, unorthodox, or alternative therapies. Some of the therapies listed here include the following: folk medicine, herbal medicine, diet fads, homeopathy, faith healing, new age healing, chiropractic, acupuncture, naturopathy, massage, and music therapy. Links are also provided to other sources of alternate healing such as: commercial databases, mailing lists, and newsgroups. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Care Keywords: acupuncture , alternative therapies , chiropractic medicine , homeopathy , massage Alternative Medicine, Natural Health Resources <A HREF="http://www.healthsource.com">http://www.healthsource.com</A> Those interested in alternative medicine techniques who would like to learn more about the subject, might want to check out this site. Directories providing a wealth of information are the main focus, with subjects like health food restaurants, magazines, retailers, distributors, and manufacturers, all involved in alternative and natural medicine. A glossary of medical terms is provided, and users can also contact the many schools and organizations featured at this page. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: homeopathic medicine Amanda's page for Hodgkin's <A HREF="http://www.dircon.co.uk/adastra/amanda/amanda1.html">http://www.dircon.co.uk/adastra/amanda/amanda1.html</A> This page by a patient suffering from Hodgkin's disease provides a resource for cancer and Hodgkin's sufferers. Besides documenting her illness and treatment, her page provides useful links for Hodgkin's and cancer, stories from patients, Hodgkin's support resources and organizations, an outline of Hodgkin's disease, useful tips for cancer sufferers, and more. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: cancer , Hodgkin's disease American Cancer Society <A HREF="http://www.cancer.org">http://www.cancer.org</A> These are the home page for the American Cancer Society (ACS), the most important organization created to address the "symptoms, treatment, and prevention of cancer." This site contains a background for this all-important organization, and provides a list of FDA regulations. Users may also access a series of ACS publications, and will find a link to the Breast Cancer Network. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Keywords: breast cancer , FDA , leukemia American Red Cross <A HREF="http://www.crossnet.org">http://www.crossnet.org</A> Want to lend aid when the next (inevitable) disaster strikes? Wondering where to donate blood? The American Red Cross gives this information in a searchable database of local chapters. One can also find out general Red Cross information and news, as well as follow current relief efforts going on around the world. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Keywords: charity , disaster relief , volunteerism American Water Works Association <A HREF="http://www.awwa.org">http://www.awwa.org</A> The American Water Works Association (AWWA) provides an extensive directory of information about drinking water. AWWA is a nonprofit organization formed by professionals working in the water supply industry. It deals with issues about the quality and supply of drinking water. This site offers news, forums, contacts, statistical databases, and links to resources such as the U.S. government. Other Categories: Health Resources Nonprofit Organizations Science Resources Keywords: drinking water , government An interview with Dr. Frederick A. Murphy about the Ebola Virus <A HREF="http://www.gene.com:80/ae/WN/NM/interview_murphy.html">http://www.gene.com:80/ae/WN/NM/interview_murphy.html</A> Dr. Frederick A. Murphy, Dean of the School of Veterianry Medicine at the University of California in Davis, is considered one of the world's authorities on viruses. Dr. Murphy was the first to look at the Ebola virus through an electron microscope while he was director of the National Center for Infectious Diseases. This Web site is a question and answer session with Dr. Murphy, accompanied by his extensive bibliography that provides further access to information about viruses on the Internet. Other Categories: Health Resources Universities Veterinary Science Keywords: disease , viruses Anesthesiology: World Wide Web Virtual Library <A HREF="http://gasnet.med.nyu.edu/index.html">http://gasnet.med.nyu.edu/index.html</A> This Web site is a directory that links to various Anesthesiology organizations around the world. Anesthesiology is a specialized medical practice, and the links include information related to doctors, nurses, hospitals, and medical technology. Highlights from the newsletter, Anesthesiology News, are offered along with an online forum. The links are categorized by information, organizations, and educational departments. Other Categories: Health Care Publications Web Resources Keywords: doctors , hospitals Aneurysm Information Project <A HREF="http://www.columbia.edu/~mdt1">http://www.columbia.edu/~mdt1</A> The Aneurysm Information Project at Columbia University is dedicated to providing information to both laypersons and scientists on the subject of aneurysms. The files on this page include answers to FAQs, a lecture on the causes of aneurysms, references to scientific work in the field, an outline of a project to prevent aneurysm disease, and more. Other Categories: Disease Health Care Health Resources Keywords: illness Answers <A HREF="http://www.service.com/answers/cover.html">http://www.service.com/answers/cover.html</A> "Answers" is a magazine written for anyone caring for an aging adult. Most adult children are unprepared when their parents become ill or sick, and this page is designed to help such individuals. Included at this site are sample articles such as "Health Insurance," "Emergency Response Systems," and "No More Guilt." With a paid subscription, six issues a year will be delivered. Other Categories: Health Resources Magazines Keywords: aging , geriatrics , gerontology Apple Computer's Worldwide Disability Solutions Group <A HREF="http://www.apple.com/disability/welcome.html">http://www.apple.com/disability/welcome.html</A> In Apple Computer's Worldwide Disability Solutions Group page, a variety of helpful applications and utility programs for the disabled are available for downloading. In addition to information on their own software, Apple includes links to several third-party pages of companies producing related products. Also available is a list of "Internet Disability Resources," with links to sites such as Deaf Gopher, Handicap Resource Information from Japan, and Facilitated Communication Institute (Syracuse Univ.). Other Categories: Health Resources Macintosh Keywords: handicap resources Army Dental Health Care System <A HREF="http://www.dencom.army.mil">http://www.dencom.army.mil</A> Users seeking details on the Army's dental benefits should browse through this Web site. Features include information on financial aid for dental students, the history of the service, eligibility, and a telephone directory of Army officers with more information. Also presented are several links to related sites, as well as past issues of the Dental Command Newsletter. Other Categories: Health Care Military Keywords: orthodontics , surgery Association of Academic Physiatrists <A HREF="http://a1.com/aap">http://a1.com/aap</A> Physiatrists treat individuals whose functional abilities have been reduced by injury or disease. Specializing in rehabilitative medicine, leading practitioners have formed the Association of Academic Physiatrists. Their professional association promotes research and education in the fields of Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. Visitors can access news, meeting information, training directories, newsletters, medical school admission guidelines, and information about this medical specialty. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Science Resources Keywords: injury , physical medicine , rehabilitation Attention Deficit Disorder Web Archive <A HREF="http://www.seas.upenn.edu/~mengwong/add">http://www.seas.upenn.edu/~mengwong/add</A> The Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Web Archive is a list of links to pages related to ADD, or pages that have articles that speak about ADD. Included are excerpts from books, mail lists, tips, and FAQs regarding ADD. There are also a few links to other pages with a number of links to ADD sites. Other Categories: Disease Health Resources Keywords: hyperactivity , mental disorders , minimal brain dysfunction , syndromes <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="b">Balance <A HREF="http://tito.hyperlink.com/balance">http://tito.hyperlink.com/balance</A> >From this monthly lifestyle magazine, learn about all aspects of fitness and health. In addition to a rounded offering of topics on weight training, swimming, running, nutrition, and training injuries, the magazine offers a segment Just for Women that addresses the specific concerns of women's health. Visitors to this Web magazine will enjoy the ease of use from the home page and the great assortment of pertinent and informative articles. Other Categories: Health Care Publications E-Zines Keywords: fitness , health care , nutrition , sports , weight training , women's health Bay Area Model Mugging <A HREF="http://www.ugcs.caltech.edu/~rachel/bamm.html">http://www.ugcs.caltech.edu/~rachel/bamm.html</A> Users will find information on Bay Area Model Mugging (BAMM) at this site. BAMM is a self-defense organization for women and is a member of IMPACT International. Classes for kids and corporate groups are also available. Other Categories: Fitness Organizations Keywords: martial arts , self-defense , women's resources Bike Helmet Safety <A HREF="http://www.bhsi.org:80">http://www.bhsi.org:80</A> The Bike Helmet Safety page presented by Washington Area Bicyclist Association, provides information for cyclists about helmet and other safety issues. A consumers' guide to bicycle helmets is featured along with articles on new helmets and standards, publications and newsletters, plus FAQs, and links to other sources for cyclists. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Keywords: cycyclists , safety Breast Cancer Information Clearinghouse <A HREF="http://nysernet.org/bcic">http://nysernet.org/bcic</A> For a wealth of information on prevention and treatment of breast cancer, stop by the Breast Cancer Information Clearinghouse. Links to topics such as detecting breast cancer, questions and answers about cancer, and information for health professionals provide in-depth coverage and explanations. In addition, connections are provided to other medical servers and the New York State Education and Research Network, which maintains this page. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Keywords: medical , support groups <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="c">Carolina</a> Godiva Track Club <A HREF="http://www.cs.duke.edu/~ola/godiva.html">http://www.cs.duke.edu/~ola/godiva.html</A> This is the home page for an organization that serves runners in the Triangle Area: Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh, North Carolina. Runners and racers will enjoy links to Godiva's race calendar and newsletter, the WebRunner Running Page, and all connections to the Hash-House Harrier home pages. In addition, links to Track and Field's rankings and results, "Ultramarathon World," and email addresses to Godiva's officers are provided. Other Categories: Fitness Organizations Outdoor Sports Keywords: Chapel Hill , Durham , Raleigh , running , track Center for AIDS Prevention Studies <A HREF="http://www.caps.ucsf.edu/capsweb">http://www.caps.ucsf.edu/capsweb</A> The virtual home of the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies explains, in great detail, what the organization is doing to help combat AIDS. In addition to general information about HIV prevention and safe sex practices, the page offers a selection of the Center's publications, information on job opportunities within the organization, and a vast collection of pertinent links. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Organizations Keywords: HIV , safe sex Chicago Tribune Nursing News <A HREF="http://www.chicago.tribune.com/articles/n_news/index.html">http://www.chicago.tribune.com/articles/n_news/index.html</A> Nurses on the Web who wish to access the latest news and views of their field will find the Chicago Tribune's Nursing News a welcome site. The home page is quite literally split down the middle into two sections: First Person and Professionally Speaking. While First Person offers detailed human interest features in nursing, Professionally Speaking is a Q & A section written by three noted nurses which deals with current issues and opportunities. A link to "The Chicago Tribune" is provided. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: nursing , the Chicago Tribune CHIRO-WEB Homepage <A HREF="http://pages.prodigy.com/CT/doc/doc.html">http://pages.prodigy.com/CT/doc/doc.html</A> This site serves as a gateway to Chiropractic Resources on the Web and Internet. Information includes a list of chiropractic colleges, a history of early chiropractics, the magazine Chiropractic Online Today, and a comprehensive list of foreign chiropractic associations. Links to chiropractic research documents include the Spinal Manipulation Research Group, Effectiveness of Chiropractic Management of Low Back Pain, and New Jersey Chiropractic Page. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Magazines Keywords: back pain , chiropractic , holistic health Chiropractic Online Today <A HREF="http://www.panix.com/~tonto1/dc.html">http://www.panix.com/~tonto1/dc.html</A> The first chiropractic adjustment was given one hundred years ago, and the profession has grown tremendously since then. This home page is devoted to chiropractic medicine, and is designed for doctors as well as patients. This rather clinically designed Web site offers information about headaches, sports medicine and publications. Users will also find a directory of chiropractors. Other Categories: Health Care Keywords: chiropractors , headaches , sports medicine CHIROWEB <A HREF="http://www.chiroweb.com">http://www.chiroweb.com</A> Web surfers with aching backs, stiff necks, or creaking joints will want to hobble and limp over to this site. CHIROWEB is a site devoted to providing information on and for chiropractors. Users in dire need of an adjustment can find a nearby professional by entering their city, state, and/or zip code in the space provided. Other links include All About Chiropractic, products available at the Feel Better Store, and For Chiros Only. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Care Keywords: chiropractic care , chiropractors Corporate Angel Network <A HREF="http://oncolink.upenn.edu/psycho_stuff/corp_angel.html">http://oncolink.upenn.edu/psycho_stuff/corp_angel.html</A> This page is part of OncoLink, a resource for cancer patients and their families. Corporate Angel Network flies cancer patients to and from hospitals, as needed for treatment. Using empty seats on corporate jets, Corporate Angel Network, a non-profit group, arranges free transportation for the patient and a family member. Other Categories: Health Resources Nonprofit Organizations Keywords: aviation , charities Cross Country Analysis <A HREF="http://www.cs.uml.edu/~phoffman/xc.html">http://www.cs.uml.edu/~phoffman/xc.html</A> Mixing brains with brawn, this Web site takes a look at the future of cross country, its training, and racing from a high-tech angle. According to the home page, the system contained at this site will one day analyze cross country team and race data by calculating course difficulty factors and using that information to calculate performances. Links to a series of detailed, multi-colored graphs allow the Web user to take a glimpse at this system. Further technical information, additional links to other running-related Web sites, and a link to the University of Massachusetts--Lowell are all provided. Other Categories: Fitness Outdoor Sports Universities Keywords: cross country , race analysis , University of Massachusetts Lowell <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="d">Deaf</a> Gopher (Deafness Resources) <A HREF="http://web.cal.msu.edu/deaf/deafintro.html">http://web.cal.msu.edu/deaf/deafintro.html</A> This Web page presents numerous Internet resources for the hearing impaired, particularly those in Michigan. Electronic deafness resources, such as a sign language and linguistics mailing list can be found. Educational deafness resources and current research articles are also provided. A magazine for deaf people is accessible here. Read government policies affecting the deaf. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Social Groups Keywords: hearing impaired , online magazines , physically challenged , sign language Dental-X-Change <A HREF="http://odont.com/index.htm">http://odont.com/index.htm</A> The Dental-X-Change site offers a wide variety of helpful resources for dentists and their patients. Although it appears to be geared mainly towards professionals in this field, the list of patient resources is generous. Visitors may browse through the Ask an Oral Surgeon page, learn about Fluoride Issues, or see the Tooth Fairy's Home Page. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: dentistry , oral surgery , orthodontics Dentistry On-Line <A HREF="http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/dent.htm">http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/dent.htm</A> Dental information abounds at the this site. In addition to the current month's professional pages, an archive of past professional pages is provided. There is also a selection of patient pages, which offer discussions of everything from surgery to toothbrushes. A collection of related sites is included. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Publications E-Zines Keywords: oral surgery , toothbrushes Diseases and Disorders <A HREF="http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/index.html">http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/index.html</A> For an extraordinarily comprehensive resource on diseases and disorders of all classifications, as well as symptoms and treatments for many of the ailments, visit this Web site. Explore topics like mood disorders, respiratory tract diseases, geriatrics, and nervous system disorders. Links to additional pages for each topic are listed, and data concerning surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and medication is compiled as well. Other Categories: Disease Health Resources Keywords: illness , medication , symptoms Doctor's Guide to the Internet <A HREF="http://www.pslgroup.com/docguide.htm">http://www.pslgroup.com/docguide.htm</A> Busy doctors will find the latest medical news and developments gleaned from news sources, journals, conferences and the Internet on The Doctor's Guide to the Internet. Physicians can access a database of conferences, searchable by subject area, date, or city. In the Consultants' Corner, questions submitted by doctors are answered by specialists, and the Doctor's Guide to New Drugs or Indications reports on new drug approvals around the world. A comprehensive set of medical links is currently under construction. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Organizations Web Resources Keywords: medical resources , pharmaceutical resources Down Syndrome <A HREF="http://www.nas.com/downsyn/information.html">http://www.nas.com/downsyn/information.html</A> The Down Syndrome page is a visitor's introduction to diagnosing and living with this illness. The page provides support for both the patients and their families, with divisions like Parent Matching and Support Groups and Organizations Worldwide. In addition to a selection of Down Syndrome articles, a medical checklist presents facts about the disease, and an extensive list of Web resources is included. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Keywords: genetic disorders , heredity , illness <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="e">Emergency</a> Medical Services <A HREF="http://galaxy.einet.net/galaxy/Community/Health/Emergency-Medicine/fritz-nordengren/ems.html">http://galaxy.einet.net/galaxy/Community/Health/Emergency-Medicine/fritz-nordengren/ems.html</A> This spot is a fantastic starting point for online medical research. Find out how to handle emergencies, link to medical sites, get quick first aid tips, or head to "ER''s home page. There is also a wealth of emergency medical service data, as well as information about trauma and suicide. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: suicide , trauma Emotional Support <A HREF="http://asa.ugl.lib.umich.edu:80/chdocs/support/emotion.html">http://asa.ugl.lib.umich.edu:80/chdocs/support/emotion.html</A> This Web site is a resource for users who have suffered physical loss, chronic illness, or are experiencing bereavement. Links are provided to caregiver resources and support groups and illness resources for cancer, cerebral palsy, autism, stroke, diabetes, polio, and others. Other Categories: Health Resources Psychology Keywords: bereavement , caregiving , chronic illness , physical loss End the Drug War! <A HREF="http://web.kaleida.com/u/hopkins/prohibition">http://web.kaleida.com/u/hopkins/prohibition</A> The Coalition for National Drug Policy Change hosts this site to offer information about drug use as well as drug testing. Several articles that speak against drug testing are listed on the home page. Links lead to resources and Web sites that support the legalization of drugs. Other Categories: Health Resources Organizations Politics Keywords: hemp initiative , legalize drugs , marijuana <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="f">Female</a> Bodybuilders <A HREF="http://www.ama.caltech.edu/~mrm/body.html#good_stuff">http://www.ama.caltech.edu/~mrm/body.html#good_stuff</A> This page is about female bodybuilding, including some pictures of female bodybuilders posing and working out. The site links with separate home pages of several standout female bodybuilders. All women devoted to exercise or lifting weights are welcome to share their experiences at this site. Other Categories: Fitness Women's Studies Keywords: bodybuilding , weight-lifting Fermilab Neutron Therapy Facility - Home Page <A HREF="http://adwww.fnal.gov/www/ntf/ntf_home.html">http://adwww.fnal.gov/www/ntf/ntf_home.html</A> The Fermilab Neutron Therapy Facility uses a beam of high energy neutrons to treat malignant tumors. Links to more information about Fermilab's Neutron Therapy Facility including information about referrals are provided. Clinical information, results with prostate patients, and a semiannual newsletter (of particular interest to physicians) can be found easily from this page. Other Categories: Health Care Keywords: cancer , physicians , prostate First Aid Online <A HREF="http://www.symnet.net/Users/afoster/safety">http://www.symnet.net/Users/afoster/safety</A> Statistics tell us that most accidents occur in the home. First Aid Online provides a Web source to help individuals treat minor injuries and the accompanying pain. Topics like animal bites, food poisoning, blisters, burns, and puncture wounds are covered, just to name a few. The respective organizations that should be contacted for more severe cases, as well as links to additional medical home pages, are also available. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: accidents , burns , poisoning <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="g">General</a> Complementary Medicine <A HREF="http://www.forthrt.com/~chronicl/archiv.htm">http://www.forthrt.com/~chronicl/archiv.htm</A> This site provides information and excellent links to topics complementing medical studies and healing. Focuses include holistic and alternative medicine, but there are several links to traditional medical sites such as the AMA. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Care Publications Keywords: natural medicine , spirit focused medicine General Practice On-Line <A HREF="http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/gp.htm">http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/gp.htm</A> General Practice On-Line, provided by PLE Ltd., is an electronic journal of medicine. This site presents ideas, news, general articles, personal opinion pieces, brief reports or scientific papers of particular interest to physicians in general practice. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Publications Keywords: journal , medicine GNN Health & Medicine <A HREF="http://nearnet.gnn.com/gnn/wic/med.toc.html">http://nearnet.gnn.com/gnn/wic/med.toc.html</A> This is a direct link to the Health and Medicine section provided by Global Network Navigator (GNN) as part of their Internet service. GNN offers a host of useful links around the Internet on alternative medicine, disabilities, diseases, mental health, and nutrition. Other Categories: Health Care Internet Resources Web Resources Keywords: diseases , nutrition Good Medicine Journal <A HREF="http://none.coolware.com/health/good_med/ThisIssue.html">http://none.coolware.com/health/good_med/ThisIssue.html</A> This is a quarterly electronic publication on preventive medicine for better health. Traditional and holistic medicine are not viewed as two separate practices, but work together and together are viewed as "medicine." Each approach to good health is acknowledged as having made valid contributions and as having respected places in science and medicine. Other Categories: Health Care Internet Services Publications Keywords: coolware , ezine , holistic <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="h">Health</a> & Medicine <A HREF="http://www.gnn.com/gnn/wic/med.toc.html">http://www.gnn.com/gnn/wic/med.toc.html</A> A comprehensive directory of health and medical resources on the Internet is offered at this site. The categories listed are alternative medicine, disabilities, diseases, mental health, nutrition, substance abuse, health organizations, and veterinary medicine. Each category has several links, making this site a useful place to begin health and medical research on the Internet. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Disease Health Care Internet Resources Veterinary Science Health Issues <A HREF="http://198.150.8.9/healthissues.html">http://198.150.8.9/healthissues.html</A> Superior student research papers on different health topics such as prostate cancer, acupuncture, hydrocephalus, basketball injuries, steroids, hunting dangers, and tennis-elbow make up this elementary school site. The papers are lengthy, thorough, authoritative, and well written. Other Categories: Health Resources K-12 Schools Keywords: acupuncture , injuries , prostate cancer HealthNet Home Page <A HREF="http://www.hwc.ca:80/healthnet">http://www.hwc.ca:80/healthnet</A> This site represents the HealthNet WWW Demonstration Project, which is a product of HealthNet and the Canadian government in , and attempts to produce an easier accessibility to health-care resources on the Internet. It does this by providing hyperlinks to current health and medical resouces on the Internet, and demonstrations of future medical applications of the Internet. They provide a search engine that is capable of complex searches. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: Canada HealthSeek <A HREF="http://www.healthseek.com">http://www.healthseek.com</A> Medical professionals, students, and health consumers will find a comprehensive but badly jumbled list of resources. Physicians will appreciate the medical databases, including the Cambridge Medical Library, BioMedNet, BONES, MEDSTUFF, MediSource, and DRUG INFONET, as well as the professional organizations online. Students' resources include the Visible Human Project, The Residency Page, and the Interactive Medical Student Lounge. Health consumers can research diseases, refer to pharmaceutical references, and access health organizations including the American Diabetes Association, and the Parkinson's Association. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: medical resources , pharmaceutical resources Heart Preview Gallery <A HREF="http://sln.fi.edu/tfi/preview/heartpreview.html">http://sln.fi.edu/tfi/preview/heartpreview.html</A> The Heart Preview Gallery acts as a "foyer" in the Tour of the Heart. It gives visitors an idea of what they will see, hear, do, and learn on the tour. Some of the features include video clips of open heart surgery and an echocardiogram in action. Get inside arteries through animation, and watch an animation of a beating heart. The American Heart Association gives ideas for a heart-healthy diet and exercise. In addition, there are many links to medical resources. Other Categories: Fitness Health Care Teaching Tools Keywords: anatomy , health education , lifestyle modification Horizon Quest <A HREF="http://floralsnw.ark.com/health.html">http://floralsnw.ark.com/health.html</A> Pure pollen extract is the primary product distributed by Horizon Quest. Farmed and collected in Sweden, and combined with other natural herbs, these products are designed to increase digestive ability, energy and vitality, weight loss, stress reduction, and hair gain. Order through the Web site, by email or fax. This is a valuable site for anyone interested in a range of nutritional supplements. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Botany Health Care Health Resources Keywords: bee pollen , herbs <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="i">IBIS,</a> the Interactive BodyMind Information System <A HREF="http://www.teleport.com/~ibis">http://www.teleport.com/~ibis</A> The IBIS standard reference online encyclopedia for health care professionals is to natural medicine what the Merck Manual and the PDR are to conventional medicine. Along with the impressive links to alternative and natural healing Web sites, databanks, professional journals, and coming events, there are various approaches to the monumental IBIS contents, which took more than a hundred health professionals over four years to complete. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Health Resources Keywords: homeopathy , natural healing Idea Nurse <A HREF="http://www.silcom.com/~peter/nurse.html">http://www.silcom.com/~peter/nurse.html</A> The Idea Nurse brings together multimedia, education, social concerns, the Internet, and nursing. This ambitious undertaking is by Peter Ramme, a professional nurse and computer consultant, who in putting together this meta-catalog of resources hopes to merge the potential of multimedia and the needs of the medical community. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: multimedia , nursing InfoNet <A HREF="http://infonet.welch.jhu.edu">http://infonet.welch.jhu.edu</A> InfoNet is intended as a resource for patients and medical personnel at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions. Of general interest, however, is the list of patient advocacy groups. The list includes phone numbers of groups like the National Council on Aging, the American Council on Alcoholism, and the American Association of Disabled Persons. The information specific to Johns Hopkins includes special programs, medical faculty listings, health personnel training courses, research directories, maps of the campus, campus shuttles, and available libraries. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Universities Keywords: medical centers , medical databases Interlude <A HREF="http://www.teleport.com/~interlud">http://www.teleport.com/~interlud</A> The makers of this home page hope to bring a few moments of relaxation and peace to your Internet experience. Those who choose to stop and smell the roses, will be treated to a thought-for-the-day, a meditation-of-the-week, prayers, and selections of poetry. Many links to spirituality-related sites are presented, along with pointers to health and wellness home pages on the Web. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Hobbies New Age Poetry Keywords: meditation , prayers , spirituality International Child Health Nursing Alliance <A HREF="http://www.ido.gmu.edu:80/~rfeeg/ichna">http://www.ido.gmu.edu:80/~rfeeg/ichna</A> The International Child Health Nursing Alliance (ICHNA) is a network of nurses and other health professionals who care for children and their families around the world. Important links to the ICHNA's Task Force Report Document, Steering Committee membership and participants, the International Pediatric Conference Program, and International Child Health Nursing Connections are included at this colorful home page. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: child health care , international health care , nursing International Hair Transplant Center <A HREF="http://www.ispace.com/hair">http://www.ispace.com/hair</A> This site presents the practice of Dr. Michael Alea, a hair transplant specialist in Florida. Included in his presentation are hair loss classifications (and diagrams), an introduction to the procedures he performs, a FAQ section, and case studies. Contact with satisfied clients is provided. Visitors interested in investigating baldness and surgical treatments will find one opinion here. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Keywords: baldness International Myeloma Foundation <A HREF="http://www.comed.com/IMF/imf.html">http://www.comed.com/IMF/imf.html</A> Visitors to the International Myeloma Foundation are provided with an introduction to this nonprofit organization, dedicated to "improving the quality of life for multiple myeloma patients and ultimately to preventing and curing myeloma." The site contains invaluable information about this bone marrow disease, such as a hotline, treatment details, additional Internet resources, and an online newsletter. Patients and healthcare providers alike should bookmark this content-rich Web site. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Nonprofit Organizations Keywords: bone marrow , cancer International Rett Syndrome Association <A HREF="http://www.paltech.com/irsa/irsa.htm">http://www.paltech.com/irsa/irsa.htm</A> The International Rett Syndrome Association concerns itself with 'orphan diseases,' those diseases so rare that getting funding for research is extremely difficult. This site for Rett Syndrome, a neurological disease affecting only girls, provides public education and awareness, as well as a resource for parents and doctors. There are links to medical databases, such as MedNexus. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Keywords: parenting , support groups <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="j">Jacksonville</a> Track Club <A HREF="http://jax.jaxnet.com/~llawless/jtchome.html">http://jax.jaxnet.com/~llawless/jtchome.html</A> Located in Jacksonville, Florida, this running, jogging, and walking club has been in existence for over 20 years. Information about races, club activities, links to related Jacksonville Web sites, and links to other great running sites is provided. This is an active group, linking the browser to the vast running resources in Florida and around the Net. Enthusiasts should be pleased. Membership information is available. Other Categories: Fitness Health Resources Keywords: jogging , marathons , running , walking Journal of Nurse Jocularity <A HREF="http://www.neta.com/~laffinrn/index.html">http://www.neta.com/~laffinrn/index.html</A> A quarterly publication for nurses and other health professionals, the "Journal of Nurse Jocularity" is filled with satire, true stories, cartoons, and anything else on the lighter side of nursing and health care. In addition to the latest issue of the Journal, this site includes the Jocularity Catalog, the book Whinorrhea and Other Nursing Diagnoses, the upcoming workshop Humor Skills for the Health Professional, and information about the Jocularity Cruise. Other Categories: Health Care Humor Magazines Keywords: cartoons , nursing , satire <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="m">Magical</a> Places <A HREF="http://www.teleport.com/~jtucker/index.html">http://www.teleport.com/~jtucker/index.html</A> The pages found here seek to spark creativity and celebrate pleasure. Magical Places is a compilation of Web sites that inspire playfulness and fantasy. Visitors will find links to music, art, spiritual sites, and healing art resources. Celtic music, horoscopes, herbal connections, tarot readings, and yoga information are a few of the paths which users may explore. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Hobbies New Age Keywords: healing arts , herbs , horoscopes , spirituality , yoga Martial Arts <A HREF="http://www.middlebury.edu/~jswan/martial.arts/ma.html">http://www.middlebury.edu/~jswan/martial.arts/ma.html</A> Once users wade through the author's personal information, there are a great many useful martial arts links here. General links include the Martial Arts Menu, The Martial Arts Clearinghouse, and the Martial Arts Resource Site. Different disciplines, such as judo, Japanese Karate, Akido, Jujitsu, have separate sections. Some of the lesser-known martial arts are represented as well. In addition, there are pointers to Usenet groups and mailing lists. Other Categories: Fitness Hobbies Indoor Sports Keywords: judo , karate MedComm <A HREF="http://www.med.com">http://www.med.com</A> MedComm, in and effort to facilitate access to information for health care professionals, searches the Web for the most current medical information, knowledge, research, and literature available. Besides presenting pointers to other resources, MedComm also provides a calendar of events, and information on its subscription services. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Keywords: medicine Medicine On Line <A HREF="http://meds.com">http://meds.com</A> Medicine On Line, a health information service provided by UltiTech, Inc, offers education, forums, and links to other medical resources. Medicine On Line's emphasis is on cancer treatment. This site will be of interest to both those in the medical and the general public alike. This page also features a cancer FAQ, and the Physicians Guide to the Internet, among others. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: cancer , medicine , Oncology Medscape - The Online Resource For Better Patient Care <A HREF="http://www.medscape.com">http://www.medscape.com</A> The Online Resource For Better Patient Care is a free Web site for health professionals and consumers. The information is not limited to patient care; there is also a list of medical topics. The topics covered on the home page include infectious diseases, AIDS, urology, surgery, and managed health care. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: AIDS , infectious diseases , physicians , surgery , urology Midwife info <A HREF="http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk:8000/midwifery.html">http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk:8000/midwifery.html</A> For information on midwifery, home birth, and other issues related to raising and birthing children, this site is a great starting point to satisfy any user's searching needs. This site offers links to information on home birth, water birth, planned parenthood, breast feeding, women's health, pregnancy, and links to other sites. Most of the sites are academic in nature, from conferences to academic institutions, but also contains pointers to Usenet groups. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine Children's Resources Health Care Keywords: birth , midwifery , parenting Mood Disorder Resources <A HREF="http://avocado.pc.helsinki.fi/~janne/mood/mood.html">http://avocado.pc.helsinki.fi/~janne/mood/mood.html</A> Aimed at consumers more than mental health professionals, this site has Depression FAQs, information about SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and manic depression. In addition, manufacturers of antidepressants, such as Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, and others, post information on their drugs. Plus, there are links to articles on these medications, as well as a link to PharmInfoNet. Visitors will find links to Ps psychology magazines and mental health resources available on the Internet. Other Categories: Health Resources Psychology Keywords: depression , mental health Multimedia Medical Reference Library <A HREF="http://www.tiac.net/users/jtward/index.html">http://www.tiac.net/users/jtward/index.html</A> Consumers, medical students, and physicians will find this page a comprehensive resource for medical and health information. Consumers will find a large medical reference,, sorted by disease, with treatment and therapy information. Of interest to students is its anatomy section, its image and movie section with cardiology, pathology, and radiology images, the medical reference containing disease and treatment information, as well as medical school home pages. Doctors can access all this, plus medical software and research journals. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Libraries Keywords: AIDS , medical research , medical schools <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="n">National</a> Emergency Medicine Association <A HREF="http://www.npvillage.com/nema/nema.html">http://www.npvillage.com/nema/nema.html</A> Founded in 1982, the National Emergency Medicine Association is a nonprofit group committed to trauma prevention and the delivery of quality emergency medical services. This important home page features links to the National Heart Council, the National Stroke Council, and the Children's Emergency Fund. Web users who click on The Heart of the Matter can read recent transcripts of this radio information program. Other Categories: Disease Fitness Health Care Health Resources Organizations Keywords: Children's Emergency Fund , emergency medicine , National Heart Council , National Stroke Council , trauma care NURSE <A HREF="http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk:8000">http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk:8000</A> This site provides nurses and other interested users with access to a list of related Web and Gopher sites. Users may search NURSE WWW or NURSE Gopher by file content or title, or may link to sites dealing with everything from midwifery and continuing education courses to jobs and nursing specialists. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: NURSE Gopher , NURSE WWW , nursing Nursing Services at Duke University Medical Center <A HREF="http://nursing-www.mc.duke.edu/nursing/nshomepg.htm">http://nursing-www.mc.duke.edu/nursing/nshomepg.htm</A> The home page for Nursing Services at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, provides links to nursing, hospital, and health care sites, as well as pointers to professional opportunities and statewide resources. Back issues of "Nursing Connections," the department's quarterly newsletter, can be accessed here. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: education , research Nursing Sites <A HREF="http://innet.com/~kathiw/nurse.html">http://innet.com/~kathiw/nurse.html</A> Linked to the medical home page The Webster, this site provides the user with a healthy number of avenues to everything and anything in the field of nursing. Recipient of the Pharmacists Information Project's Favorite Web Resource Award, Nursing Sites includes links to dozens of general nursing sites, specialties, and resources. Web nurses can click on the PowWow Nursing Listing, an email listing of others in their profession. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: nurse lists , nurse resources , nursing <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="o">OPHTHALMOLOGY</a> IN CYBERSPACE <A HREF="http://www.web-xpress.com/athens">http://www.web-xpress.com/athens</A> Here's a site for sore eyes. The Opthalmology in Cyberspace home page is not only a resource for professionals in the eyecare business, but is also useful for the general Web user. This site links to many other opthalmology sites on the Internet and provides doctors with images of the eye and its mechanics (look for a great shot of a normal optic nerve). For the lay user, there is an optical test and a section outlining diseases of the eye. As a bonus, since this site originates from Greece, users can access information about things Hellenic. Other Categories: Health Care Keywords: eyecare , Greece Orchid Mania -- HIV and AIDS Charity Support <A HREF="http://www.orchids.org">http://www.orchids.org</A> This Web site offers details about the efforts of Orchid Mania, an organization dedicated to the relief and prevention of AIDS. Proceeds generated through garage sales are donated to a number of nationwide programs with similar intentions. In addition to providing AIDS news, this site presents tips on growing orchids, as well as details of how users can provide support for Orchid Mania. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Keywords: AIDS education , charity , prevention tips <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="p">Parkinson's</a> Web <A HREF="http://neuro-chief-e.mgh.harvard.edu/parkinsonsweb/Main/PDmain.html">http://neuro-chief-e.mgh.harvard.edu/parkinsonsweb/Main/PDmain.html</A> Patients with Parkinson's Disease and their families will find a comprehensive listing of news, medical research and treatment options. There is a primer about the disease, help for coping with Parkinsons, as well as links to support groups, a forum where questions can be posted. and an article on diagnosing the disease. In addition, patients can find bibliographies, publications, and a glossary. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: medical research PharmInfoNet <A HREF="http://pharminfo.com/phrmlink.html">http://pharminfo.com/phrmlink.html</A> The Pharmaceutical Information Network maintains a large list of links to related data. There are links to pharmaceutical newsgroups, mailing lists, Web servers, and listservs. Users will find links to pharmaceutical companies such as Lilly, Searle, Genentech, and Pfizer. In addition, find links to medical information on the Web, such as the Multimedia Medical Reference Library and Medical Matrix, a searchable medical database. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Keywords: pharmaceutical resources Physician's Guide to the Internet <A HREF="http://saturn.netrep.com:80/home/pgi">http://saturn.netrep.com:80/home/pgi</A> This resource of physicians offers links to online reference services, pharmaceutical databases, National Institute of Health Clinical Alerts, and CancerNet. Doctors can access AIDS newsletters from Harvard and the National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Disease. In addition, there are links to information sorted by medical specialty, including EiNet and The Medical Matrix. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Web Resources Keywords: medical resources , pharmaceutical databases Physicians' Online <A HREF="http://www.po.com/hyper.html">http://www.po.com/hyper.html</A> Physicians' Online, a site "by physicians for physicians," offers a variety of resources to the practicing physician. Information on Drug Interactions, Associations and Societies, New Medicines in Development, Disease Centers, and more are all readily accessible. Updates related to diseases like AIDS and cancer are also available. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: drug interactions Planned Parenthood On-line Newsletter <A HREF="http://www.ppca.org">http://www.ppca.org</A> The venerable--sometimes controversial--organization, Planned Parenthood, offers a newsletter geared to women's' health care. Recent articles have focused on coping with PMS, stress and how to minimize it, and the detection of breast cancer. There is also information about birth control and sexually transmitted diseases. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Newsletters Women's Studies Keywords: birth control , PMS , STDs Podiatry Management Publication <A HREF="http://www.podiatrymanagement.com">http://www.podiatrymanagement.com</A> Come check out what's under-foot at this podiatry Web site. Users will find an informative newsletter directed towards the foot doctors of the world, as well as those looking for foot info. Letters to the editor, a list of advertisers, and a preview of next month's issue are a few of its divisions, but the main highlight of the site is the Features section. It offers data about how to deal with a difficult patient, patient selection, and billing details. Links to other foot-friendly sites are available. Other Categories: Health Care Publications E-Zines Keywords: doctors , feet Poisons Information Database <A HREF="http://biomed.nus.sg/PID/PID.html">http://biomed.nus.sg/PID/PID.html</A> This database maintains links to information on plant, snake, and animal toxins, as well as directories of links to anti-venoms, toxicologists, and poison control centers around the world. The information is given in both English and Chinese. Other Categories: Disease Health Care Keywords: anti-venoms , poison control , toxicology , venoms Population Studies Center, University of Michigan <A HREF="http://www.psc.lsa.umich.edu">http://www.psc.lsa.umich.edu</A> Founded in 1962, the Population Studies Center is a demographic research center funded by several national and private agencies. Visitors can access information on worldwide health, labor force, migration, and fertility studies as they impact population. Publications, a calendar of events, a data archive, and a staff directory are available. Other population resources on the Web are highlighted, such as the National Institute of Health, and the U.S. Census Bureau. Other Categories: Health Resources Keywords: demographics , migration , population studies <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="r">Radiation</a> and Health Physics <A HREF="http://www.umich.edu/~bbusby">http://www.umich.edu/~bbusby</A> The general public, students, and health-care workers can find information about radiation. This extensive resource features press releases, a glossary, essays, information on nuclear testing, regulatory information, links to research and medical resources, and many more sites which relate to radiation and heath issues. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Science Resources Keywords: health care , raitation research Radiological Society of North America <A HREF="http://www.rsna.org:80">http://www.rsna.org:80</A> This site provides information specific to radiology. The information includes research and educational opportunities. From here there are links to a variety of medical sites, as well as many non-medical pages. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Science Resources Keywords: education , medicine , radiology Rehabilitation: Spinal Cord Injury Update <A HREF="http://weber.u.washington.edu/~rehab/sci/sciu.html">http://weber.u.washington.edu/~rehab/sci/sciu.html</A> "Rehabilitation: Spinal Cord Injury Update" is a newsletter targeted to health care professionals and consumers from the University of Washington. Visitors can read the last two issues online, as well as get subscription information. In addition, readers can access the Northwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury SystSystem (NRSCIS) and the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington. The NRSCIS provides state-of-the-art research and medical care for spinal cord injuries. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: medical centers , medical research Reproductive Rights Home Page <A HREF="http://northshore.shore.net/~betsys/choice.html">http://northshore.shore.net/~betsys/choice.html</A> The Reproductive Rights Page is an index of Pro-Choice sites and resources available on the Internet. Links to California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League (CARAL) and the Abortion Rights Activist Home Page are available. Details on current developments in Men's Issues and links to Pro-Life pages are provided. Users can also connect to civil rights and political pages, as well as a broad spectrum of feminist links. Other Categories: Health Resources Women's Studies Keywords: abortion , feminism , men's issues , pro-choice , pro-life Reproductive Rights home page <A HREF="http://www.shore.net/~betsys/choice.html">http://www.shore.net/~betsys/choice.html</A> Admittedly from a feminist viewpoint, this terminus includes not only the Abortion Activist's home page with links to Women in Science and Women's Health and Safety, but grants equal time to the "pro-life" argument. You can scan chapters in civil liberties and human rights; election activism; political, legal, and government background; a section on men's issues and more. Among the links you'll find the Internet Wiretap Gopher, Mother Jones "Mother Jones" magazine, and more top-notch controversial potpourri. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Women's Studies Keywords: abortion activism , girls' activities , reproductive rights <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="s">Saccharomyces</a> (Yeast) Genomic Information Resource <A HREF="http://genome-gopher.stanford.edux">http://genome-gopher.stanford.edux</A> One of the most valuable services that the Internet provides is making medical and scientific data available world wide. The Department of Genetics at the School of Medicine, Stanford University, makes the latest in Saccharomyces (Yeast) Genomic Information Resource accessible at this Web site. The databases alone are an invaluable resource for research, and the links provided here are extensive. Other Categories: Health Resources Science Resources Keywords: dna , genetics , research Schizophrenia <A HREF="http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/schizo.htm">http://www.cityscape.co.uk/users/ad88/schizo.htm</A> For details of the chronic psychotic disorder schizophrenia, visit this comprehensive Web page. Information on diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, and the many different forms of schizophrenia are discussed; and sample case histories are also provided. Users can link to an online dictionary, providing descriptions for many of the confusing terms. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Keywords: mental disorders , psychiatry Specifica: Web Links for Medical and Mental Health Problems <A HREF="http://www.realtime.net/~mmjw">http://www.realtime.net/~mmjw</A> Here's a useful Medical and Mental Health site, full of links. Visitors can access information on HIV, AIDS and cancer. Under the General Health header, find medical referrals, an extensive medical reference library, as well as a pharmaceutical reference. The Mental Health section offers information on specific mental disorders. Most of the specific disorder sections contain definitions, current treatments, and medication information. It is worth repeating that this information is not to take the place of proper medical diagnosis and supervision. Other Categories: Disease Health Care Health Resources Keywords: drug reference , medical reference Stretching and Flexibility <A HREF="http://www.ntf.ca/NTF/papers/rma/stretching_toc.html">http://www.ntf.ca/NTF/papers/rma/stretching_toc.html</A> Here is a scholarly tome about stretching and flexibility. Users can view the table of contents, and link directly to the topic of interest. Some of the subjects covered include When to Stretch, Stretching With a Partner, Overstretching, and The Elements of a Good Stretch. Other Categories: Fitness Health Resources Keywords: exercise <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="t">The</a> Cyber-Psychic <A HREF="http://www.quantum.net/cyber-psychic">http://www.quantum.net/cyber-psychic</A> The Cyber-Psychic offers online readings for a fee. However, the seeker will find information on astrology, Tarot, meditation, positive thinking and other New Age disciplines. In the Dream section, visitors can find out how to recall and use dreams, and learn more about lucid dreaming, dream analysis, and dream journals. In addition, the Cyber-Psychic offers links to related sites. Other Categories: Alternative Medicine New Age Keywords: astrology , New Age The Global Health Network <A HREF="http://info.pitt.edu/HOME/GHNet/GHNet.html">http://info.pitt.edu/HOME/GHNet/GHNet.html</A> A public-health resource with a global outlook, the Global Health Network contains links for public health organizations and agencies, information on worldwide disease and disease-monitoring programs, global health-care, as well as disaster and emergency issues. There are links to other health-related networks on the Internet. Some of these include the World Health Organization, U.N. Information Services, and the AIDS Pathfinder. In addition, there are links for specific diseases and health issues, including CancerNet, Oncolink, tuberculosis, environmental health threats, nutrition, and hunger. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Keywords: epidemics , health research , public health Toxicology and Poison Control <A HREF="http://www.pitt.edu/~martint/welcome.htm">http://www.pitt.edu/~martint/welcome.htm</A> Sponsored by the Toxicology Treatment Center at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, this site presents an array of links to toxicology centers and resources. The links are divided into drug abuse, occupational toxicology, pharmacology, poison information, and environmental toxicology, among others. For prospective students, there is data on the Pittsburgh program. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Resources Universities Keywords: medical schools , University of Pittsburgh TraumaNET <A HREF="http://www.trauma.lsumc.edu">http://www.trauma.lsumc.edu</A> This is just the site for the latest news, views, and research in the world of emergency medicine. Maintained by the LSU Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, and recipient of Point Survey's Top 5% Of All Web Sites, this colorful page offers links to TraumaNET GOPHER, Critical Care on the Internet, the PEEP Society home page, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Other links include Case Presentations, EPICENTER: Emergency Preparedness Center, and Orthopedic Trauma. Other Categories: Health Care Keywords: emergency medicine , emergency preparedness , LSU Medical Center , trauma care <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="u">United</a> Scleroderma Foundation <A HREF="http://www.w2.com/docs2/d2/pss.html">http://www.w2.com/docs2/d2/pss.html</A> Founded in 1975, the United Scleroderma Foundation is an organization of over 20,000 members, including 60 support groups throughout the U.S. and Canada. Through an active program of patient support, public education and research funding, the USF is working toward finding a cure and to help patients cope with this disease. Email and regular mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and a brief overview of USF publications are provided at this helpful site. Other Categories: Disease Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Keywords: scleroderma , United Scleroderma Foundation Unofficial Massachusetts EMS Web Site <A HREF="http://www.ici.net/cust_pages/jdemtd/home.html">http://www.ici.net/cust_pages/jdemtd/home.html</A> This is a very helpful site for any Web user interested in the field of emergency medicine. Though local in scope, this colorful, well-designed home page features a variety of links to EMS (Emergency Medical Service) Web sites, EMS Gopher and FTP sites, Online EMS magazines, EMS FAQs, and an Emergency Medical Technican job description. In addition, unrelated Cool Sites and gateways to a host of regional Massachusetts information are available. Other Categories: Health Care States Keywords: Emergency Medical Service (EMS) , Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) , Massachusetts , trauma care <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="v">Vision</a> Correcting Procedures <A HREF="http://www.ozarksol.com/medsourcex">http://www.ozarksol.com/medsourcex</A> A fascinating description of the eye and how it works or doesn't work is found here. Several surgical procedures now exist to reshape the cornea to correct near-sightedness, far-sightedness and astigmatisms. This visualily appealing site is complete with precise illustrations showing how and why we have the vision problems that we do, and offers advice about what can be done to correct it. Overall, it may not be 20/20, but this is a pretty good eye site. Other Categories: Health & Medical Organizations Health Care Health Resources Keywords: eyesight , opthamology , radial keratotomy <a href="#top">Top</a> <a name="w">Window</a> to the Bio-Med World <A HREF="http://biomed.nus.sg">http://biomed.nus.sg</A> The National University of Singapore brings together a comprehensive collection of medical servers. Biomedical servers located in Singapore and throughout the world connect the user to sites like the World Health Organization and Harvard Biological Laboratories home page. CancerNet and the Poisons Information Database are two others visitors will find. In addition, the site presents Singapore-specific information on culture, government, education, and shopping. Other Categories: Health Resources Travel N-Z Keywords: biomedical , Singapore Women's Medical Health Page <A HREF="http://www.best.com/~sirlou/wmhp.html">http://www.best.com/~sirlou/wmhp.html</A> The Women's Medical Health Page provides information about current medical issues, publications, and news which has an impact on women's health. This site hosts an archive of articles, plus mailing lists, and other important information relating to women's health. The material presented here will interest women, medical health workers, or anyone with an interest in women's health. Other Categories: Health Care Health Resources Women's Studies Keywords: AIDS , women's health World Health Organization Acute Respiratory Infections, Diarrhea & Cholera Page <A HREF="http://cdrwww.who.ch/default.htm">http://cdrwww.who.ch/default.htm</A> Brought to the Web by the World Health Organization as a public service, this Web site contains information on the two leading killers of children in the world, diarrhea and acute respiratory nfections. Important for the parent and child care specialist, many resources are provided as an educational tool to aid in the treatment and early diagnosis of these conditions. Publications, illness management suggestions, and cholera information for travelers are offered. Other Categories: Disease Health Care Keywords: child illnesses , cholera , diarrhea , illness management World Health Organization-Global Programme on AIDS <A HREF="http://gpawww.who.ch">http://gpawww.who.ch</A> The World Health Organization presents this page to help disseminate information and statistics on the AIDS epidemic. Through the use of graphics, tables and charts this page shows the number of cases reported by country. It is estimated that over 4.5 million AIDS cases in adults and children have occurred worldwide since the epidemic began. Other Categories: Disease Government Resources Health Care Organizations Keywords: AIDS WWW Virtual Library - Biotechnology <A HREF="http://www.cato.com/interweb/cato/biotech">http://www.cato.com/interweb/cato/biotech</A> The Biotechnology server houses an inclusive index of pharmaceutical developments, genetic engineering, medical-device development, and related biotech fields such as pharmacology and toxicology resources on the Internet. This page also includes medical- and health-care-delivery references and information. Other Categories: Health Resources Science Resources Web Resources Keywords: genetics , pharmacology , Web Index <a href="#top">Top</a> <hr><CENTER><H9 ALIGN="CENTER">Copyright 1995 by Luckman Interactive, Inc. 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