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A patient education fact sheet

A patient education fact sheet

Patient guides on joint replacement

Patient guides on common foot disorders

Patient guides on common knee disorders

Patient guides on common shoulder disorders

Full text of a patient handbook in use by a hospital

News and reference materials related to drug and medical device safety

Adverse drug interactions represent one of the most important challenges facing medical professionals

Consumer information on the proper use of nonprescription & prescription medicines

Contact information for suppliers that provide services or products under the Medicare program

Overview of Cancer Screening and Testing

Cardiovascular disease guides for patients

American College of Chest Physicians clinical practice guidelines

Information resources for patients about acne and its treatment

Definitions of dermatology terms, explanation of common dermatologic conditions and procedures

Comprehensive guides for medical practitioners and patient handouts on diabetes

Information on diabetes topics for those with diabetes

Understanding the disease

First aid guidelines for various eye injuries and conditions

Lists contents that should be included in a first aid kit

Find medicare prescription drug plans in your state that match your required needs

Detailed information about every Medicare-certified home health agency in the country

Resources for consumers

Series of orthopedic and ergonomic medicine guides designed for patients that provide explanations & illustrations

Subject matter from the American Heart Association

Consumer guidelines for back problems, agina, incontinence, depression, cancer pain & more

Series of dental patient handouts

Over 4,000 medical references

Reference information on diseases and conditions

Online full text brochures for patients on various topics relating to the eye

Alphabetical listing of patient handouts on various medical topics

Hundreds of diseases, including symptoms, prevention methods and treatment options

Information for patients participating in clinical research protocols for the NIH

Wheelchair safety, maintenance, proper seating, etc.

Information about the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for mental health

Large number of patient handouts related to orthopedic conditions and prevention

The latest evidence-based information for improving your health

Database of information on medications for consumers - alphabetical by drug

Database of information for patients and consumers

Home page for USP

Advice for patients with lung disease

Patient information about radiology

Educates patients and surgeons about the practice and principles of surgical patient safety

Federal consumer brochures on health, drug & health aids, medical problems, mental health

Series of documents on cosmetic safety, FDA requirements, cosmetic labeling, etc.

Guidance on how the patient can enhance communications with their physicians

Database of health information for consumers

Health library with over 2 million pages of health information

Linds to federal consumer publications from the US government

A guide for families and unions on caring for elderly family members

Fitness guide provides facts and advice on how to become physically fit

Guidance for companies to control the costs associated with unhealthy workers by promoting health

Credentialing, news, information

HIV/AIDS Oral Healthcare Resource

Fact sheets and articles for dental patients

Dental health facts and topics

Consumer information on oral hygiene

Information for the general public from the American Association of Orthodontists

Online pediatric dentistry topics and parental brochures

Provides guidance on flossing teeth

White papers and professional education materials

Food nutrition & health information for educators

American Heart Association dietary guidelines for healthy adults

Authoritative advice for people two years and older about good dietary habits

Federal consumer brochures on food and nutrition

Reference articles and materials on the subject of diet and nutrition

Reference materials for patients - special medical diets as well as healthy eating