- Centerwatch (http://www.centerwatch.com/)
- A clinical trials listing service that includes a summary of the research and an opportunity to apply online for most trials. You can also sign up to be notified as new trials are announced.
- Clinical Trials (http://clinicaltrials.gov/)
- This database from the National Institutes of Health will let you search for current clinical trials and apply online.
- Health Tutorials (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorial.html)
- Each tutorial explains a procedure or condition in easy-to-read
language or you can listen to the tutorial.
- Understanding Clinical Trials (http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/c/a1r/screen/PrintURL?file=resources.html&JServSessionIdcs_current=sestbjoe9g)
- This factsheet from the National Institutes of Health will explain what a clinical trial is, why you might want to become involved, questions you should ask before agreeing to participate, and just how new drugs are developed.
- AEGIS (http://www.aegis.com/)
- Overall source for AIDS and HIV related information. Compiles articles about AIDS/HIV from international news sources, medical journals, patient newsletters, and other dependable sources daily.
- AIDS/HIV (http://aids.about.com/)
- Guide Mark Cichocki, RN, presents a wealth of Internet-accessible information on topics ranging from activism to treatment options. Original articles and news are also here.
- AIDS/HIV Fact Sheets (http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pubs/facts.htm)
- From the Centers for Disease Control: numerous publications on AIDS including current research, prevention, vaccines, treatment options, and more.
- CDC National Prevention Information Network (http://www.cdcnpin.org/)
- Information about HIV/AIDS, STDs, and TB.
- Clinical Trials: AIDS (http://www.centerwatch.com/studies/cat2.htm)
- From CenterWatch, a clinical trials listing service, a list of current trials. You can register to be notified as new trials are announced.
- Clinical Trials: AIDS (http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/c/a2r/screen/BrowseAny?path=%2Fbrowse%2Fby-condition%2Faz%2FA%2FD000163%2BAcquired%2BImmunodeficiency%2BSyndrome&recruiting=true&JServSessionIdcs_current=udhqu783b2)
- From the National Insitutes of Health Clinical Trial database, find currently recruiting trials. See also Actis.org.
- All Allergy Net (http://www.allallergy.net/)
- Includes an annotated index of all articles on allergies on the net.
- Allergies (http://allergies.about.com/)
- Original articles, tips, new, alerts, and more on the treatment and prevention of allergies.
- American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (http://www.aaaai.org/)
- Allergy and asthma information and physician referrals.
- National Jewish Medical and Research Center (http://www.njc.org/)
- Information for consumers on bronchitis, hay fever, chronic obstructive lung disease, parenting the asthmatic child, croup, and much more.
- Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (http://alzheimer.wustl.edu/adrc2/default.htm)
- From the Washington University in St. Louis: find an FAQ and links to other resources or sign up for the Alzheimer's mailing list.
- Alzheimer's Association (http://alzheimer.wustl.edu/)
- Treatment information, new drugs, current research, caregiver's resources, and links to other Alzheimer's resources.
- Alzheimer's Research Forum (http://www.alzforum.org/)
- Information for patients, caregivers, researchers, and medical professionals. Free registration gives you access to news, publications, current research, and a discussion forum.
- Arthritis(http://arthritis.about.com/)
- Guides Carol and Richard Eustice has collected a wealth of information on arthritis and other autoimmune and joint diseases.
- Arthritis Central (http://www.arthritiscentral.com/)
- Information on the treatment of arthritis, the drugs used to combat this medical problem, background information on the condition, a glossary of terms, an FAQ, patient's forum, wellness, and links to other resources.
- Arthritis Discussion Group (http://www.arthritis-symptom.com/newpage2.htm)
- Read the archives of the Arthritis-Symptom mailing list or join yourself.
- Arthritis Foundation(http://www.arthritis.org/)
- Advocacy, patient education, full access to Arthritis Today, and a directory of local chapters are all here.
- American Cancer Society(http://www.cancer.org/)
- Living with cancer, children and cancer, treatments, prevention, news and more at this site devoted to support and education.
- Cancer(http://cancer.about.com/)
- Guide Lisa Fayed has collected a wealth of cancer information, presented here by type of cancer and/or general topic. Original articles and news also.
- Cancer Care, Inc.(http://www.cancercare.org/)
- This site, by Cancer Care, Inc., contains easy-to-understand medical information about cancer for patients, survivors, and their families. In addition, it offers advice and resources for coping with the diagnosis and the side-effects of treatment.
- Cancer Information Network (http://www.cancerlinksusa.com/)
- Resources, news, organizations, and discussion forum are all part of this extensive site.
- Fox Chase Cancer Center(http://www.fccc.edu/)
- From this highly rated cancer center comes a Web site full of information for consumers and practitioners. Explore current research programs and find recent news in cancer research.
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (http://www.mskcc.org/)
- Patient information, news, current research and trials and more.
- National Breast Cancer Coalition (http://www.natlbcc.org/)
- The nation's largest breast cancer advocacy group, with more than 600 member organizations and 70,000 individual members and supporters.
- OncoLink, The University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center (http://cancer.med.upenn.edu/)
- Information for physicians and patients on causes, diagnosis, current treatment protocols, screening, emotional support, clinical trials, and much more. Entire site is searchable.
- American Diabetes Association (http://www.diabetes.org/)
- Patient education and advocacy, lots of information and news, current research, and more.
- Diabetes(http://diabetes.about.com/)
- Guide Debra Manzella provides access to lots of information about all types of diabetes and its complications. Also has news and original articles.
- National Insitute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (http://www.niddk.nih.gov/)
- Also includes informaiton on nutrition, obesity, endocrine disorders and blood diseases.
- American Heart Association (http://www.americanheart.org/)
- Heart disease, stroke, statistics on heart disease and stroke, links to support groups, heart healthy nutrition, and more from the American Heart Association. Entire site is searchable.
- Bypass Surgery: Coronary Artery(http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4484)
- Description and explanation of coronary bypass surgery from the American Heart Association. Entire site is searchable.
- Heart Disease/Cardiology(http://heartdisease.about.com/)
- Richard N. Fogoros, M.D., brings a large collection of resources on all aspects of heart disease care and prevention.
- HeartFailure Online (http://www.heartfailure.org/)
- Run by medical doctors and cardia researchers, this site is dedicated to educating patients with heart failure about their condition and ways to improve their lifestyles.
- Heart Information Network (http://www.heartinfo.org/)
- Started by a patient and a physician, this site is dedicated to educating the public about risk factors for heart disease, healthy living, and current research. Find a specialist in your area; read about nutritional aspects of heart health; or meet up with other patients.
- Mayo Clinic Heart Center(http://www.mayohealth.org/home?id=3.1.9)
- Primarily provides current news and access to research articles for the patient and professional alike.
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute(http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/index.htm)
- From the National Institutes of Health: news, patient education, trials and studies seeking participants, and more.
- American Lyme Disease Foundation (http://www.aldf.com/)
- Supports research into Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses, disseminates information to patients and professionals, and provides education to the public.
- Clinical Trials: Lyme Disease (http://www.centerwatch.com/studies/cat94.htm)
- From CenterWatch, a frequently updated list of current clinical trials. Get information about the trials and apply online to participate.
- Clinical Trials: Lyme Disease (http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/c/a1r/action/SearchAction/screen/OpeningScreen?JServSessionIdcs_current=eacrxuv2as&Term=Lyme+disease&Synonym=true)
- Another list of current clinical trials, this from the National Institutes of Health Trial database.
- Lyme Disease Foundation (http://www.lyme.org/)
- Recognized by the National Institutes of Health for its work in educating the public about Lyme Disease, this Hartford-based organization provides a wealth of information, including referrals to doctors experienced in the diagnoses and treatment of the disease.
- Lyme Disease Protection and Control(http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/lyme/index.htm)
- This publication from the CDC helps you identify ticks, remove biting ticks, and prevent tick bites.
- Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers(http://www.mscare.org/)
- Research information, patient education, and The Mulitple Sclerosis Quarterly Report online.
- Multiple Sclerosis Foundation(http://www.msfacts.org/)
- The oldest national (US) support organization focusing on both conventional and complementary therapies. Education, news, and support programs.
- Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (http://www.mssociety.ca/)
- Basic information, research news, services, and a directory of local support organizations.
- The Myelin Project
(http://www.myelin.org/)
- Aimed at accelerating research on re-myelination, this group provides a bibliography and some research reports.
- Neuromuscular Disease Center(http://www.neuro.wustl.edu/neuromuscular/)
- From Washington University, St. Louis. Comprehensive information on a number of neuromuscular diseases.
- American Parkinson's Disease Association(http://www.apdaparkinson.org/)
- A directory of local chapters, referral service, publications, events, education, and the Young Parkinson's Center.
- Clinical Trials: Parkinson's (http://www.centerwatch.com/studies/cat117.htm)
- Find current studies, many recruiting subjects. From CenterWatch.
- Clinical Trials: Parkinson's (http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/c/w1r/screen/BrowseAny?path=%2Fbrowse%2Fby-condition%2Faz%2FP%2FD010300%2BParkinson%2BDisease&recruiting=true&JServSessionIdcs_current=wzy2qw5z94)
- Find studies currently recruiting subjects. From the National Institutes of Health.
- MEDLINEPlus: Parkinson's (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/parkinsonsdisease.html)
- Current information from the government, clinical trials, and one-click Medline search for current information.
- Michael J. Fox Foundation (http://www.michaeljfox.org/)
- Research, news, current grant funding proposals and more.
- National Parkinson's Foundation (http://www.parkinson.org/index.htm)
- News, clinical trials, patient and caregiver resources, tests, and more.
- Parkinson's Disease Resource Center (http://www.healingwell.com/parkinsons/)
- News, research, local support organizations, a newsletter, and a community with chat rooms, discussion forums, and free email.
- Parkinson's Web (http://pdweb.mgh.harvard.edu/PDmain.html)
- Information about Parkinson's Disease for patients and their families. Includes links to other Internet resources.
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