Avian influenza: Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ addresses topics related to avian influenza (bird flu), a viral disease that most commonly affects birds. It focuses on concerns such as whether cats and dogs can be infected with the virus and how the disease is transmitted to humans. Inclu |
Bird Flu in depth from the BBC
News stories and background information about avian influenza (bird flu), including the H5N1 strain that is causing concern in 2005. Discusses impacted countries, pandemic flu in the past (such as the Spanish flu virus that swept the world in 1918-19 |
Contact Lenses and Eye Infection
Fusarium (Fungal) Keratitis Background and notices about fusarium (fungal) keratitis, a rare but serious fungal infection of the cornea -- the clear, round dome covering the eye's iris and pupil. Provides a FAQ, diagnosis and treatment information, a |
Familydoctor.org: Physical Activity
A collection of fact sheets on exercise and fitness, with an emphasis on safety (for weight training, running, snowboarding, and other sports) and specific injuries and illnesses (such as ankle sprains and shoulder pain). Includes links to pages on f |
HealthFinder
Government funded site. |
Mayo Clinic
Try Mayoclinic.com for more information on healthy living and nutrition, medical conditions and more. |
MedlinePlus: Cervical Cancer
Compilation of links to information about cancer of the cervix, covering diagnosis, treatment, prevention and screening, and topics related to cervical cancer (such as human papilloma virus and cervical dysplasia). Some material available in Spanish. |
Netwellness
University sponsored. Features a service called Ask an Expert. |
PandemicFlu.gov
The official U.S. government Web site for information on pandemic flu and avian influenza provides links to U.S. government information and material from other sources on vaccines, travel and workplace safety, planning and response, research, and rel |
Pediatric Oral Health Information for Parents
Patient education brochures, FAQ, and related material about dental care for babies and children. Some of the topics include diet and snacking, fluoride, athletic, mouth protectors, early orthodontic care, and thumb, finger, and pacifier habits. From |
Top ten most useful websites for Medical Information
An unranked listing of the 10 most useful Consumer Health (Medicine) websites as chosen by the Medical Library Association (MLA). |
Vision Connection
Internet portal for people who are partially sighted or blind, their families, friends, and related professionals. Includes a a guide to accessible Web sites. |
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