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Clinical Trials
 Websites presented in alphabetical order AIDSinfo 
 Find HIV/AIDS news, resources, and publications for patients, health care providers, students, and researchers. Topics include new strains of HIV, current HIV treatments, anti-HIV drugs, and clinical trials on HIV/AIDS and HIV vaccines. Also find a searchable Glossary of HIV/AIDS-Related Terms (in English and Spanish) and links to related resources. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://aidsinfo.nih.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Women's Health Last updated Feb 15, 2005 Alzheimer's Association
Contains information on the causes, warning signs, diagnosis, and treatment of Alzheimer's Disease; statistics, fact sheets, and reports; a glossary; an index to clinical trials; resources for diverse communities (African American, Chinese, Hispanic/Latino, and Korean); and more. Also available in Spanish. Searchable. http://www.alz.org/ Topics: Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Mar 18, 2008 American Cancer Society - Health Information Seekers
An excellent resource for patients, families, and cancer survivors, there are sections on cancer risk factors, prevention and early detection, statistics, and information on specific types of an extensive list of cancers (e.g., staging, clinical trials, new research advances, and medical references and resources). You can also enter a zip code for news, activities, and resources in your area. http://www.cancer.org/eprise/main/docroot/HOME/skr/skr_0?level=0 Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 23, 2005 American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED)
This group is "dedicated to the patients and their families coping with eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders." The site features information about "Eosinophilic Enteropathy ... a digestive system disorder in which eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, are found in above normal amounts in one or more specific places anywhere in the digestive system." Also includes information about clinical trials, a glossary, a message board, and links to related sites. Searchable. http://www.apfed.org Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 1, 2004 Antibiotic Guide
This guide from Johns Hopkins University provides current information about using antibiotics for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Although the primary audience is physicians, lay users will also find it useful. Free registration is required. Users may enter search terms or search by diagnosis, pathogen, or antibiotic. Drug information includes the dosage, adverse reactions, interactions with other drugs, forms available, cost, pharmacology, and data from clinical trials and studies. News articles are archived back to August 2000. Users may download the information to handheld devices. http://hopkins-abxguide.org/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 20, 2001 Antioxidants and Cancer Prevention: Questions and Answers
Fact sheet about antioxidants, which are "substances that may protect cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals. Free radical damage may lead to cancer." Includes highlights from studies and clinical trials, a list of foods rich in antioxidants, and related material. A search for "antioxidants" on this site yields further articles on antioxidants. From the National Cancer Institute. http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressreleases/antioxidants Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 20, 2005 Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Inc.
Quality resource on bone marrow failure diseases, including aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). Includes clinical trials and research, news, and a FAQ section that includes a glossary of relevant medical terms and links to related sites. Some information in other languages. http://www.aamds.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 12, 2006 Cancer.gov: Clinical Trials
Clinical cancer trials listed by the National Cancer Institute's PDQ (Physician's Data Query) can be searched by type of cancer and trial, location, and other specifications, and limit results by of stage of the disease, treatment, phase of trial, and other fields. Information is presented for health professionals and for patients. There is also information about understanding the trials, particular cancers, and recent developments. http://www.cancer.gov/clinicaltrials Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Mar 20, 2007 CancerQuest
"This site was created to teach the biology of cancer. No assumptions have been made about prior knowledge of biology or cancer." Topics include cell structure, cell division, tumor biology, diagnosis and detection, treatments, clinical trials, and the role of genetics. Includes a custom dictionary. Supported by the Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University. Searchable. http://cancerquest.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 23, 2005 CancerTrialsHelp.org
The mission of this organization "is to improve the quality of life and survival of cancer patients by increasing participation in cancer clinical trials." The site provides information about the clinical trial process, directories of trials, a list of advocacy groups, discussion forums, and testimonials from patients who have participated in clinical trials. Also includes a glossary and links to related sites. From the Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups, a network of cancer specialists. http://www.cancertrialshelp.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 9, 2007 CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
"You can use this site to find a wealth of information related to clinical trials, such as a listing of more than 41,000 industry- and government-sponsored clinical trials as well as new drug therapies recently approved by the FDA. Our site is designed to be a resource both for patients interested in participating in clinical trials and for research professionals." http://www.centerwatch.com/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 23, 2002 The Children's Tumor Foundation
Site of a nonprofit organization "dedicated to improving the health and well being of individuals and families affected by the neurofibromatoses (NF)," a "set of distinct genetic disorders that cause tumors to grow along various types of nerves." Contains basic facts, statistics, a directory of neurofibromatosis clinics, clinical trials, and more. http://www.ctf.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 4, 2007 ClinicalTrials.gov
This site makes it easy for both health professionals and lay users to find information about thousands of clinical trials for a wide range of diseases and conditions. There are also pages that explain clinical trials and why they may be helpful, what is involved in participating, appropriate questions to ask, and the process of new drug development. There are also links to drug and health information sites. http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 12, 2002 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
This site offers news, educational material and support for patients, their families, and others seeking information on cystic fibrosis (CF). There are articles on the latest research and clinical trial information. Also includes recent legislative action, a list of local chapters, and a collection of CF survivor stories. Searchable. http://www.cff.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Oct 10, 2005 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
This website includes lots of helpful information for people with mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression), suicide, and clinical trials. You can find a local chapter, support groups, and links to physician directories and other resources. http://www.dbsalliance.org/ Topics: Death & Dying, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions Last updated Nov 16, 2006 Discovery Health
This Discovery Channel site features current health news, a section on diseases and conditions, encyclopedias on diseases, injuries, surgery, and medical tests, and links to further references such as MEDLINE, a medical dictionary, and clinical trials. Find articles by physicians about health topics and calculators for calories burned by activity, basal metabolic rate, blood alcohol content, body mass index, cost of smoking, and heart rate. http://health.discovery.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated May 19, 2005 Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center: Clinical Trials
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is "an independent, nonprofit biomedical-research institution" based in Seattle. The site provides a listing of the Center's active clinical trials, as well as trials at the University of Washington and the Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center (also located in Seattle). Information on each trial includes entry criteria and a protocol outline. Includes links to related resources. http://www.fhcrc.org/patient/treatment/trials/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 7, 2006 HIV InSite
"The site has an extensive collection of original material, including the HIV InSite Knowledge Base, a complete textbook with extensive references and related links organized by topic. ... HIV InSite's policy is to link to the best of the Web, and thousands of links to external Web sites are incorporated into the site's original content." The textbook covers epidemiology, diagnosis, transmission and prevention of HIV, and more. From the University of California San Francisco. http://hivinsite.ucsf.edu/InSite Topics: Drugs, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Women's Health Last updated Jan 17, 2006 The Hormone Foundation
The Endocrine Society, an international organization of endocrinologists, publishes this site for lay readers. It has current news, information about specific endocrine diseases, links to relevant Web sites and clinical trials, and fact sheets. The information is easy to understand and coverage of important issues such as anabolic steroid abuse and hormone replacement therapy is very useful. http://www.hormone.org/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated Aug 28, 2002 IFPMA Clinical Trials Portal
This site allows users to search for details of ongoing clinical trials and results of completed trials. It "establishes links to IFPMA member company websites as well as other commercial and government-sponsored websites containing information on clinical trials provided by pharmaceutical companies." Includes search tips, a FAQ, a glossary, and press releases. From the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA), "a non-profit, non-governmental Organization (NGO) representing national industry associations and companies." http://clinicaltrials.ifpma.org/no_cache/en/myportal Topics: Drugs Last updated Sep 12, 2008 Informed Health Online
This site features systematic reviews of clinical trials and studies, and explains how to use this information for decisions about medical care. Also find current news and discussion, medical dictionaries, and a glossary of medical terms. From IQWiG (Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care), a nonprofit health promotion organization in Germany. http://www.informedhealthonline.org/index.en.html Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 28, 2009 International Myeloma Foundation
This site offers news, educational material, and support for patients, families, health care professionals, and others involved with this bone marrow cancer. The Getting Started section has a FAQ that includes information about autologous stem cell transplants; Living with Myeloma has a handbook providing basic information, several articles on specific aspects and treatments, and a categorized list of general cancer resources as well as sites specific to multiple myeloma; Research includes what's new and clinical trial information; and People Helping People lists support and online groups and has a collection of myeloma survivor stories. Some basic information is available in several languages. http://myeloma.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Oct 17, 2003 Internet Stroke Center
"An independent web resource for information about stroke care and research" for patients, their families and caregivers, and health professionals. Information includes illustrations, a glossary of neurological terms, treatment, and symptoms. Also includes links to related organizations, clinical trials, and treatment centers. Some information also available in Spanish. From the Stroke Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri. http://www.strokecenter.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Aug 25, 2005 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Features information about leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood cancers as well as treatment and clinical trials. Includes medical news; patient services; and information about the organization, including volunteer opportunities and how to find your local chapter. Searchable. http://www.leukemia.org/hm_lls Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 29, 2005 Malaria Vaccine Initiative (MVI)
"MVI's mission is to accelerate the development of promising malaria vaccines and ensure their availability and accessibility in the developing world." This site describes the research and projects of this organization, including the October 2004 results of a malaria vaccine efficacy trial conducted on children in Africa. Includes a fact sheet, images from presentations, and related publications. http://www.malariavaccine.org Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Regions of the World, Regions of the World Last updated Oct 18, 2004 MedlinePlus
"MedlinePlus has extensive information from the National Institutes of Health and other trusted sources on over 700 diseases and conditions. There are also lists of hospitals and physicians, a medical encyclopedia and a medical dictionary, health information in Spanish, extensive information on prescription and nonprescription drugs, health information from the media, and links to thousands of clinical trials. MedlinePlus is updated daily." http://medlineplus.gov/ Topics: Cancer, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 12, 2007 MedlinePlus Health Information: Skin Conditions
Information on the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of skin conditions. Features information of specific conditions and clinical trials, statistics, a glossary of related terms, and more. From the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/skinconditions.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 30, 2005 MEDLINEplus: Clinical Trials
"A clinical trial is a research study conducted to evaluate new treatments in people." This site has background information and guides to understanding numerous clinical trial concepts. It includes related news, directories, research, statistics, a glossary of clinical terms, an interactive tutorial, sound files, and other resources. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/clinicaltrials.html Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MEDLINEplus: Genetic Disorders
A directory of links to Web resources covering a general overview, clinical trials, pictures/diagrams, prevention/screening, research, specific conditions/aspects, treatment, dictionaries/glossaries, news, and organizations. Also includes links to a few pages in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/geneticdisorders.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Hair Problems
Links to fact sheets and other resources on baldness, alopecia, chemotherapy hair loss, hair restoration and replacement, and other health topics related to hair diseases and hair loss. Includes information about research, clinical trials, treatments, and hair loss in children, teenagers, men, and women. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/hairproblems.html Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 15, 2009 MedlinePlus: Hormone Replacement Therapy
Links to news and information about post-menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Includes reports of clinical trials and other research into the use of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone; fact sheets on HRT; information on alternative therapy; and links to related organizations. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/hormonereplacementtherapy.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Senior Health, Women's Health Last updated Jun 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Infertility
A compilation of links to information about infertility. Topics include anatomy and physiology, diagnosis, treatment, clinical trials, research, and genetics. Includes information specific to women and men. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/infertility.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Families, Medical Treatments & Devices, Women's Health Last updated Jan 19, 2005 MedlinePlus: Male Breast Cancer
A compilation of links to information about male breast cancer. Topics include diagnosis and symptoms, treatment, clinical trials, research, and genetics. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/malebreastcancer.html Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, People, The Human Body Last updated Oct 19, 2004 MedlinePlus: Spinal Cord Injuries
A compilation of links to information about injuries to the spine and to the spinal cord. Features an overview, information about anatomy and physiology, clinical trials, specific conditions, treatment, research, and more. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spinalcordinjuries.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, The Human Body Last updated Oct 12, 2004 MedlinePlus: Staphylococcal Infections
A compilation of links to information about Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (often called "staph"), which can live harmlessly on many skin surfaces but which can cause infection when the skin is punctured. Features an overview, news, and information about clinical trials, specific conditions, prevention and screening, research, and more. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/staphylococcalinfections.html Topics: Drugs, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 3, 2004 MedlinePlus: Uterine Fibroids
Compilation of links to information about uterine fibroid tumors. Topics include anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment options (including embolization), clinical trials, and statistics. Some material available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/uterinefibroids.html Topics: Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 22, 2004 Melanoma Patients' Information Page
“The Melanoma Patients' Information Page (MPIP) is a noncommercial site founded to provide support and information to melanoma patients and those who care for them." This site does a great job of selecting and organizing recent and authoritative information on melanoma. Health and medical articles, clinical trials information, prevention guidance, and various forums to allow patients to interact with other patients are provided. Tools worth noting are the prognostic and staging calculators developed to help determine what information would be most useful to patients at the different clinical stages. http://www.mpip.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 22, 2001 National Ataxia Foundation
This group supports research and education relating to ataxia, "a symptom of incoordination [an inability to coordinate muscular movements] which can be associated with infections, injuries, other diseases, or degenerative changes in the central nervous system." The site provides a list of support groups, discussion boards, information on legislation relating to ataxia, and links to clinical trials and related material. Free publications about ataxia may also be ordered. http://www.ataxia.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 11, 2004 National Cancer Instititute
Information here is reviewed by oncology experts and is based on the results of current research. In "Cancer Information," find types of cancer, treatment, prevention, the role of genetics, and causes; screening and testing; coping with cancer; support resources; cancer literature; and PDQ (Physician Data Query), a database with the latest information about treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, care, and clinical trials. From the U.S. National Institutes of Health's National Cancer Institute (NCI). http://www.cancer.gov/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 23, 2005 National Headache Foundation
Information for headache sufferers and healthcare professionals that diagnose and treat them. Includes causes, treatments, fact sheets, support groups, information about clinical trials, screening questionnaires, measurement tools, and related links. http://www.headaches.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 20, 2004 National Institutes of Health: Health Information
This site is the primary access point to consumer health information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Users can choose a specific health topic, browse categories, or search all topics to access information about specific diseases. Links are also provided to databases with information about health hotlines, clinical trials, and related topics. http://health.nih.gov/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 19, 2005 National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC)
This site offers information on the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer. Includes a directory of gynecologic oncologists and other doctors by geographic area, information about clinical trials, publications, and links to support groups and other relevant sites. http://www.ovarian.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Women's Health Last updated Mar 2, 2004 NCI Fact Sheet: Tea and Cancer Prevention
Provides an overview of clinical trials and research to study the possible link between antioxidants (catechins) found in tea and cancer prevention. From the National Cancer Institute (NCI). http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressreleases/tea Topics: Beverages, Cancer, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 25, 2005 NIAID Biodefense Research
"Biodefense-related information for biomedical researchers, the public, and the media." Includes news, fact sheets, and other information about the national bioterrorism defense effort, biosafety labs, clinical trials, research projects, and funding opportunities. From the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health. http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/topics/BiodefenseRelated/ Topics: Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weapons Last updated Jun 7, 2008 NIMH: National Institute of Mental Health
This site is about mental health: depression, anxiety and panic disorders, Alzheimer's disease, learning disabilities, autism, schizophrenia, and other illnesses. It contains information for researchers, practitioners, and the general public. Information includes news, events, grants, contracts, committees, research, clinical trials, funding opportunities, and links to other NIMH programs. Searchable. Some information in "For the Public" is available in Spanish. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nimh.nih.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 NPF: National Parkinson Foundation
Site of the nonprofit organization that "supports Parkinson-related research, patient care, education, training, and outreach." Features information about signs and symptoms of the disease, treatment, research, living with the disease, support groups, clinical trials, and more. Also includes brochures (some in Spanish), a quarterly magazine, and recommended readings. http://www.parkinson.org/NETCOMMUNITY/Page.aspx?&pid=201&srcid=-2 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Mar 20, 2007 Office of Rare Diseases
Information on more than 6,000 rare diseases and conditions, including current research and clinical trials, journal articles, reports, patient support groups, and scientific conferences. Provides links to related research sites on genetic diseases. Some information is available in Spanish. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 20, 2005 OncoLink
The site's mission is "to help cancer patients, families, health care professionals and the general public get accurate cancer-related information at no charge." Features current cancer news; descriptions of various cancers (many in Spanish) and treatment options; clinical trials; suggestions for coping with cancer; library of reviews and peer-reviewed journals; and related cancer links. Searchable. From the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania. http://www.oncolink.com/ Topics: Cancer, Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 Orphanet
Compilation of material about rare diseases and the "so-called 'orphan drugs' [which] are intended to treat diseases so rare that sponsors are reluctant to develop them under usual marketing conditions." Browse resources on rare diseases and orphan drugs (such as encyclopedias, newsletters, and clinical trials) for patients, professionals, industry, and organizations. Also available in French, German, Italian, and Spanish. From a consortium of European partners. http://www.orpha.net/consor/cgi-bin/index.php?lng=EN Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs Last updated Apr 27, 2009 Ovarian Cancer National Alliance (OCNA)
The OCNA seeks to improve the survival rate from ovarian cancer by focusing on public education, public policy, research, and communication. The site includes information on symptoms, survival rates, research activity, workplace and other issues, and clinical trials. http://www.ovariancancer.org/ Topics: Cancer, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices, Women's Health Last updated May 27, 2005 Pancreas.org
Information for patients, physicians, and scientists about pancreatic diseases. Discusses genetic testing and research, clinical trials, advocacy groups, pancreatic cancer, and acute, chronic, and hereditary pancreatitis. Includes links to related research foundations. From the head of the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh. http://www.pancreas.org/ Topics: Cancer, Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, The Human Body Last updated May 27, 2004 PDRHealth: Prescription Drug Information and Health Information
Consumer information from the Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) company about "detecting, preventing, and treating a variety of medical conditions." Disease Overviews presents facts, anatomy, and descriptions of problems associated with various bodily structures. Drug Information "is written in lay terms and is based on the FDA-approved drug information found in the PDR." Clinical Trials "provides information services featuring listings of drugs in clinical research, clinical trials, clinical trial results, FDA approvals and more." Searchable. http://www.pdrhealth.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Mar 27, 2009 People Living With Cancer
This "patient information website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), is designed to help patients and families make informed health-care decisions. The site provides information on more than 85 types of cancer, clinical trials, coping, side effects, a Find an Oncologist database, message boards, patient support organizations, and more." Also includes a medical dictionary, illustrations, and links to related sites. http://www.plwc.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 10, 2006 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association (PCOSA)
This organization "exists to provide comprehensive information, support, and advocacy for women and girls with the condition known as polycystic ovary syndrome." Site provides general information about the condition, guides for finding medical care and emotional support, information on clinical trials and research, and links to other resources. Provides a separate area for teens, as well as links to discussion boards, mailing lists, chat rooms, and local support groups. http://www.pcosupport.org Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 24, 2005 Prostate Cancer Foundation
Founded by Michael Milken when he discovered he suffered from prostate cancer, this nonprofit is dedicated to finding a cure for this disease. Find information about the disease, with statistics, treatments, and resource links; the latest information on research; a section on living with prostate cancer, which includes survivor portraits, nutrition and exercise advice, reading recommendations, and more links. Features a clinical trials database and a database of cancer therapies. Searchable. http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.org/ Topics: Cancer, Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Aug 19, 2004 Resolve: The National Infertility Association
The mission of this organization is to provide "support and information to people who are experiencing infertility and to increase awareness of infertility issues through public education and advocacy." The site features fact sheets about trying to conceive, treatment options, emotional aspects, adoption, pregnancy and parenting, and living childfree. Also includes information about advocacy efforts, male infertility, clinical trials, affordability, and more. http://www.resolve.org Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Families, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Nov 27, 2005 RLS: Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation
The RLS Foundation describes this neurological disorder as "an overwhelming urge to move the legs usually caused by uncomfortable or unpleasant sensations in the legs," frequently experienced at night. The site provides information about current research, clinical trials, support groups, a brochure about living with RLS (available in several languages), and links to related Web pages. Searchable. http://www.rls.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 12, 2008 Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
Information sheets that cover symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, and research about numerous sexually transmitted infections. Site also includes key facts on SDIs in the United States, ongoing research, and clinical trials. From the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/topics/sti/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Aug 21, 2008 Should I Enter a Clinical Trial? A Patient Reference Guide for Adults With a Serious or Life-Threatening Illness
Information for patients considering participating in a clinical trial. The guide answers basic questions about what is entailed in a clinical trial, where to find out about available trials, and how to enter one; the difference phases; how to interpret outcomes; informed consent; compensation, if any; and ethical issues. Opens directly into a PDF file. From ECRI (formerly the Emergency Care Research Institute), a nonprofit health-services research agency. https://www.ecri.org/Documents/Clinical_Trials_Patient_Reference_Guide.pdf Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 2, 2008 TrialsCentral
A database of clinical trials registers. Search for clinical trials by health condition and geographic locations of the trial. The Resources page has links to related health care information, support groups, news articles, and other evidence-based health care sites. The FAQ describes the clinical processes. http://www.trialscentral.org/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 2, 2006 WebMD
Contains information on diseases and conditions, pregnancy, diet and nutrition, drugs and herbs, health plans, Medicare, medical tests, clinical trials, and more. Features quizzes, and interactive tools (including a symptom checker). Searchable and browsable. http://www.webmd.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Senior Health Last updated Aug 23, 2004 |
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