Books & Audio-Visual
AlleyCat
Use AlleyCat, the CCAC online catalog, to find materials at any of the CCAC libraries
Reference & Overview Sources
Full Text? Database Name Vendor Help
yes Credo Reference - Medicine Credo info
yes Lexi-PALS Drug Guide
Enter the drug name in EBSCO search box.
EBSCOhost info
yes Merriam-Webster's Medical Desk Dictionary
Select "Medical Dictionary" from menu at top of page
EBSCOhost info
Magazine & Journal Articles
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yes Academic Search Premier EBSCOhost info
yes MasterFILE Premier EBSCOhost info
yes CINAHL FullText EBSCOhost info
yes Health Source: Consumer Edition EBSCOhost info
yes Health Source: Nursing & Academic Edition EBSCOhost info
some MEDLINE EBSCOhost info
Web Sites
Allergic Diseases Resource Center - Anaphylaxis
This comprehensive site covers every aspect of the condition - causes (with explanations about foods, insect bites, antibiotics, etc.), symptoms, emergency treatment, prevention and additional links.
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - Anaphylaxis
Extensive information about anaphylaxis - its symptoms, treatment and triggers - is provided by the College.
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America - Anaphylaxis
Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of the condition are discussed by the Foundation.
MayoClinic.com - Anaphylaxis
The staff of the Mayo Clinic have created this site that covers the topics of signs & symptoms, causes, risk factors, treatment, screeninig, prevention and diagnosis.
MayoClinic.com - Anaphylaxis; First Aid
The Clinic provides concise information about the steps that should be taken if someone exhibits signs of anaphylaxis.
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia - Anaphylaxis
Sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, Medline Plus is updated daily and offers extensive information on over 600 diseases and conditions. Topics covered include a definition, causes, incidence, risk factors, symptoms, signs & tests, treatment, expectations, and complications and prevention.