Links to Health-Related Sites

Alzheimer's Association	Helpful information and resources for people living with Alzheimer's, their families and professionals who provide care.
AMA Health Insight	Top medical news from the American Medical Association.
American Cancer Society (ACS)	News about cancer research, treatment and prevention.
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)	"ACSM continues to look for and find better methods to allow everyone to live longer and more productively. Healthier people make a healthier society."
American Diabetes Association	News and information for diabetics and their families.
American Heart Association (AHA)	Dedicated to providing you with education and information on fighting heart disease and stroke.
Arthritis Foundation	Latest arthritis news and research findings.
Body Mass Index Calculator	Simple calculator to determine if your body mass is less than 25. 25 or more is considered overweight.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention	To promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability. Information about hundreds of diseases and conditions.
The Daily Plate	Helping you eat smarter.
The Lancet	Leading British medical journal. Latest medical news, discussion groups. Free registration required to access some areas.
Live and Work Well	Wellness information from United Behavioral Health (UBH).
Mayo Clinic	Reliable information for a healthier life.
MCV - VCU Medical Center	What to expect as a patient at MCV Hospitals · Request an Appointment · Pay Your Physician Bill Online · Take a tour of the new Critical Care Hospital...
Medical Dictionary	Extensive, easy-to-use medical dictionary.
National Institutes of Health	Part of US Public Health Service which supports medical research. Searchable. Includes listing of clinical trials.
New England Journal of Medicine	In-depth articles written by and for medical professionals. Searchable by topic.
RealAge.com	"Live life to the youngest". Find out how "old" you are compared to others then find out how to grow "younger". Good motivation for a healthier lifestyle.
Revolution Health	Your home for health and wellness.
Shape Up America	Get the latest information about safe weight management, healthy eating, and physical fitness.
SparkPeople	Make your life an adventure.
WebMD	Daily update of medical news and information. Searchable. Live discussions require free registration.
You’ve Got Supper	Easy to cook healthy quick dinners with great recipes and organized grocery lists. We provide healthy meal recipes and organized grocery lists every week.

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