Health Studies: Websites

A lengthy list of linked resources in Spanish available through the NIH.

A comprehensive general information site about cancer, including patient education publications.

A consumer-friendly dictionary of terms related to cancer.

An online brochure from NIH on understanding the science of drug addiction.

Medline Plus is published by the National Library of Medicine. Of special interest are the sections "Videos y Multimedia" (short video tutorials on health topics) and "Pruebas Medicas" (an A-Z description of medical tests).

Consumer information on diabetes and kidney health topics, including diet and nutrition, Crohn's Disease, Insulin resistance, and kidney stones.

An A-Z list of topics related to aging, published by the NIH. Featured sections include Alzheimer's, Driving, Sleep, Hormones, Incontinence, and Vitamins.

Home page of the World Health Organization. Of special note are the infographic posters found in the "Newsroom" section, and the fact sheets under the "Health Topics" section.