JABSOM Library: Consumer Health Resources: General Health

This is a list of online resources for general health information. Need to check symptoms, unsure where to start, we suggest starting with these:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The CDC is one of the Department of Health and Human Services's major operating components. See the section on Diseases & Conditions under Health Topics.
Food Labeling & Nutrition
From U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
health.gov
Mayo Clinic
This site features information on diseases and conditions, drugs and supplements, tests and procedures and so much more. Information is reviewed by Mayo Clinic clinicians and educators.
MedlinePlus
From the National Library of Medicine. Provides information that is reliable and up-to-date. Includes a variety of health topics, conditions, and drug information, as well as a medical encyclopedia, videos and games, and current news. Information is available in English and Spanish.
MyHealthfinder
Reliable health information from the government on a wide variety of topics. Site is coordinated by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.