Health Resources
Online Databases - High Quality!
Any of our sponsored online databases below in the highlighted cream section can be used for school projects as each article you find was originally a PRINT RESOURCE, i.e. magazines, newspapers, journals, reference books, etc. The original print citation is given for each article.
Health and Wellness Resource Center 1980 - Jun 2009 Provides instant access to carefully compiled and trusted medical reference materials. Includes nearly 400 health/medical journals, numerous reference volumes, over 700 health videos from partner Healthology, Inc., hundreds of pamphlets and health-related articles from 2,200 general interest publications in addition to a broad collection of Gale reference titles. Material contained in this Resource Center is intended for informational purposes only. Health Reference Center Academic This set explores what makes people "tick" from childhood to death. This collection gives individuals a basic understanding of the study of the mind, emotions and how the human mind develops -- and diminishes -- over time. Your library's users will have instant access to 200 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals. |
General Health Resources
Pub Med
This is the free public version of MEDLINE, the most important journal index for healthcare practitioners and researchers. The database goes back to 1966 and is updated weekly. Produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
Healthopedia
A resource of good medical and health information containing comprehensive, accurate, unbiased, and reliable database of health articles and reference materials.
Health references
Medical Encyclopedia, Pictures & Images, Diseases & Conditions, Symptoms Guide, Tests & Exams, Surgery & Procedures, Health News, Diet & Nutrition, Injuries & Wounds, Poisons & Overdoses, Alternative Medicine, and Special Topics.
Virtual Reference Library
This gateway site, created and maintained by knowledgeable Toronto Public Library staff, includes a 'Health and Medicine' section maintained by the Consumer Health Information Service staff. The 'Health and Medicine' section is divided into 30 subcategories and is searchable by keyword.
CAPHIS Top 100 List: Web Sites you can trust
A list of 100 health recommended web sites compiled by members of the Consumer and Patient Health Information Section of the Medical Library Association.
Hardin Meta Directory of Internet Health Sources
Developed by the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, University of Iowa, Hardin, MD points to the most complete and frequently cited lists for health subjects, a list of lists.
Health Care Information Resources
Health Care Information Resources makes information about health and disease accessible in the belief that the informed consumer is a more satisfied consumer of healthcare. The site is a series of lists compiled and maintained by Tom Flemming, McMaster University Health Sciences Library.
MEDLINEplus from the National Library of Medicine
The National Library of Medicine's MEDLINEplus information pages are designed to direct you to resources containing information that will help you research your health questions. This service provides access to extensive information about specific diseases and conditions and has links to consumer health information from the National Institutes of Health, clearinghouses, dictionaries, lists of hospitals and physicians, health information in Spanish and other languages, and clinical trials.
MayoClinic.com
MayoClinic.com offers a wealth of easy-to-understand information on health and medical topics. New material is added every workday, all reviewed for accuracy by Mayo Clinic experts.
Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy
The online edition to The Merck Manual, a standard quick-reference text in medical libraries.
Canadian Health Resources
211Ontario.ca
A new resource available to all Canadians. It is a reliable resource for information on more than 56,000 community, social, health and related government programs and services in Ontario.
Occupational Health and Safety Act
This document, prepared by the Legislative Counsel Office, is an office consolidation of this Act, current to January 1, 2009. It is intended for information and reference purposes only. This document is not the official version of the Act. The Act and the amendments as printed under the authority of the Queen’s Printer for the province should be consulted to determine the authoritative statement of the law.
Schedule of Benefits - Physician Services
This information requires knowledgeable interpretation and is intended primarily for members of the professional health care community. Download Schedule as single document.
EatRight Ontario
Ontarians can now access information on nutrition and healthy eating through a new, province-wide online service called EatRight Ontario, part of the existing, highly-acclaimed website, HealthyOntario.com. EatRight Ontario includes an online resource which will allow people to ask specific nutrition related questions and receive feedback.
Your Child's Health, is a monthly e-newsletter for parents from the Canadian Pediatric Society.
Provides parents with up-to-date,reliable information on child's health.
Canadian Health Network
The CHN is a collaborative effort by a number of health organizations. Access the latest on health promotion, personal well-being and community health information on determinants of health. Listings of local, provincial and national organizations that offer information and support.
Canada's Adverse Drug Reaction Database
Canada's Adverse Drug Reaction Database uses data collected from 1965 to Sept. 30, 2003, and contains information from all adverse drug reaction (ADR) reports currently held in Health Canada's CADRIS database.
Consumer Health Information Service
Free, confidential health information service provided by qualified health librarians and funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health. Located on the 3rd floor of the Metropolitan Toronto Reference Library. Telephone requests accepted.
Health Ontario
Includes information about assistive devices, drug programs, long-term care, OHIP, health care professionals regulation and more. Ontario Government telephone directory available online.
CMA Infobase : clinical practice guidelines
These guidelines are produced or endorsed in Canada by a national, provincial or territorial medical or health organization, professional society, government agency or expert panel. In English and French.
HealthyOntario
Launched in 2002, this is a consumer health portal with the aim of providing easy, one-step access to information on health conditions, services and drugs. Includes a physician locator.
Your link to sexual well-being
The ultimate Canadian web site devoted to sexuality education and information. The site provides credible and reliable information on the topics that are most important to you. From Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) to contraception awareness, lifestyle choices to talking about sex.
Local Health Resources
Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit
Medical Information specific to age and illness.
Addictions and Mental Health Services & Information
Health Resources for Seniors
SeniorsInfo.ca
SeniorsInfo.ca is a new website providing information for seniors about services offered by the federal, provincial, and municipal governments and local community groups.
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