Diseases and Health Topics
- Alzheimer's Disease
(Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ))
- Short descriptions of Alzheimer's, dementia, and delirium.
- https://archive.ahrq.gov/patients-consumers/prevention/understanding/bodysy
s/edbody9.html - Alzheimer's Disease
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Alzheimer's Disease sites reviewed for Hands on Health-SC.
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=494
- Alzheimers.gov
(Department of Health and Human Services)
- This site is for people helping people with Alzheimer's. Learn about symptoms and diagnosis, treatment and care options, how to plan, and what to expect. Links to other sites lead to community resources, help lines, information to help children and teens, and much more.
- https://www.alzheimers.gov
- Arthritis
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Arthritis sites reviewed for Hands on Health-SC.
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=40
- Cataract
(Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ))
- A short, easy-to-read description of cataracts. Includes a drawing.
- https://archive.ahrq.gov/patients-consumers/prevention/understanding/bodysy
s/edbody7.html - Dental Care Every Day: A Caregivers Guide
(National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research)
- This federal Website has information and advice for caregivers on how to provide dental care for those with physical disabilities. Information includes how to assist in brushing and flossing teeth and how to prepare for dental visits.
- https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/sites/default/files/2018-10/dental-care-everyday.
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The link above requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you are unable to view or download this article, get Acrobat Reader here.- Erectile Dysfunction
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
- https://medlineplus.gov/erectiledysfunction.html
- Exercise for Older Adults
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine. Topics include General/Overviews, Anatomy/Physiology, disease Management, Prevention/Screening, Research, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Organizations, Statistics, and more. Select espanol from the menu bar for Spanish links.
- https://medlineplus.gov/exerciseforolderadults.html
- Genetics Home Reference
(National Library of Medicine)
- This Web site has "consumer information about genetic conditions and the genes responsible for those conditions." Help Me Understand Genetics explains the basics of genetics, how genes work, and how mutations or changes cause disorders. You can search by a specific condition or gene or browse the complete list. There are summaries for each genetic condition and gene included. This site is under development; the coverage and resources will continue to grow. Excellent illustrations, a glossary, and links to additional Web sites add to the usefulness of this site.
- https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/
- Heart Disease
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Heart Disease sites reviewed for Hands on Health-SC.
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=141
- Macular Degeneration
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
- https://medlineplus.gov/maculardegeneration.html
- Memory
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
- https://medlineplus.gov/memory.html
- Menopause
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
- https://medlineplus.gov/menopause.html
- Nutrition for Older Adults
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine. Topics include News, General/Overviews, Prevention/Screening, Research, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Directories, Law and Policy, Organizations, and more. Learn how to eat well and safely as a senior. Select espanol from the menu bar for Spanish links.
- https://medlineplus.gov/nutritionforolderadults.html
- Nutritional Support
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites about artificial hydration and nutrition which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine. Topics include General/Overviews, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Treatment, Directories, Organizations, and more. Select espanol from the menu bar for Spanish links.
- https://medlineplus.gov/nutritionalsupport.html
- Older Adult Health
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine. Topics include News, General/Overviews, Clinical Trials, Prevention/Screening, Research, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Directories, Law and Policy, Organizations, Statistics, and more. This page offers information on many aspects of healthy aging: exercise, health screenings, keeping your memory sharp, and more. Select espanol from the menu bar for Spanish links.
- https://medlineplus.gov/olderadulthealth.html
- Osteoporosis
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Osteoporosis sites reviewed for Hands on Health-SC
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=223
- Parkinson's Disease
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Parkinson's Disease sites reviewed for Hands on Health-SC.
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=500
- Prostate Cancer
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
- https://medlineplus.gov/prostatecancer.html
- Prostate Disease
(MEDLINEplus)
- Links to sites which have been reviewed by librarians at the National Library of Medicine. Topics include General/Overviews, Alternative Therapy, Clinical Trials, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Research, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Treatment, Directories, Organizations, Statistics, Women, and more. Read about prostate changes, diagnosing genital problems in men, specific conditions like blood in the urine, prostate cancer screening, treatments like prostatectomy, and more Select espanol from the menu bar for Spanish links.
- https://medlineplus.gov/prostatediseases.html
- Urinary Incontinence
(Hands on Health-SC)
- Sites about Incontinence reviewed for Hands on Health-SC.
- http://www.handsonhealth-sc.org/page.php?id=160
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