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
| Full Text? | Database Name | Vendor | Help |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
- AIDS / HIV
- A list of annotated websites recommended by CCAC librarians.
- American Burn Association
- The ABA's 35,000 memberships includes doctors, nurses, therapists, researchers, social workers and firefighters. Their publication section provides detailed information on burns and their treatment.
- Health A-Z - Burns
- Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention.
- MedlinePlus - Burns
- 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 an overview, clinical trials, prevention/screening, research, specific conditions/aspects, treatment and statistics.
Web Sites: Systemic Disorders - Cancer
- Cancer
- A list of annotated websites recommended by CCAC librarians.
- Centers for Disease Control - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- The CDC is the federal agency for protecting the safety and health of people. Their CFS page gives detailed information about the disease including treatment, support groups and program updates.
- Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome Association of America
- Working to speed the pace of research, the CFIDS Association of America is the nation's leading charitable organization dedicated to ending the suffering of chronic fatigue syndrome. Information about the disease, what's new and tips for coping are provided at their web site.
- Health A to Z - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. For more extensive information on Chronic Fatigue, see Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - - In Depth.
- Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Tables of Content and abstracts starting with 1998 editions are available.
- Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- The American Occupational Therapy Association has complied tip sheets for various conditions with which occupational therapists work. This site gives advice as to how a therapist can evaluate a person’s daily activities and make therapeutic adjustments.
Web Sites: Systemic Disorders - Diabetes
- Diabetes
- A list of annotated websites recommended by CCAC librarians.
- Alliance for Lupus Research
- The Alliance's sole purpose is to fund research to cure lupus; every dollar donated goes to research funding. Their site provides research updates, frequently asked questions, events and information about the Alliance.
- Lupus Alliance of America
- Comprised of affiliates, the LAA develops and distributes resources aimed at improving the lives of those affected by lupus. Their site provides an extensive amount of information about the disease as well as a "lupus quiz".
- Lupus Foundation of America
- Staffed primarily by volunteers, the LFA works to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, as well as supporting those affected and their families. The myriad of information supplied is organized into four categories: education, support, research and what's new.
- Lupus Research Institute
- The LRI was created to find the cause, treatment and cure for lupus. The FAQs heading provides information in layman's format.
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - Handout on Health : Systemic Lupus Erythematosis
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, extensive information on lupus - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and current research - is available at this site.
- breastcancer.org - Arm Lymphedema
- This site provides information about the lymphedema that can occur after breast cancer treatment. Areas of information include prevention, symptoms & diagnosis, treatment, emotional effects, long term care, FAQs and more.
- emedicine.com - Lymphedema
- Extremely comprehensive and detailed, this site provides access to information about the frequency, etiology, pathophysiology, relevant anatomy and treatment of the condition.
- Health A to Z - Lymphedema
- Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of a definition, description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention.
- Imaginis the Breast Cancer Resource
- Imaginis address the issue of Lymphedema as it relates to breast cancer patients who have had axillary lymph node removal; 15 to 20% of these people will develop Lymphedema.
- National Cancer Institute - Lymphedema (PDQ)
- The NCI provides information on Lymphedema in the form of an introduction, overview, management and complications.
- National Lymphedema Network (NLN)
- The NLN's primary focus is on disseminating information about the disorder. The section on "What is Lymphedema?' is particularly helpful.
- University of Michigan Health Systems - Lymphedema
- The U. of M provides a quick and dirty layman's overview of the disorder.
- Health A to Z - Sjogren's Syndrome
- Developed by health care professionals, Health A to Z's goal is to educate consumers through the use of online health programs, information and technology. Using information from the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, their site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of definition, description, causes & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.
- Lupus Foundation of America - Sjogren's Syndrome and Lupus
- Staffed primarily by volunteers, the LFA works to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Sjogren's, as well as supporting those affected and their families. The site provides an introduction to Sjogren's, as well as a description, symptoms, treatment and prognosis.
- MedlinePlus - Sjogren's Syndrome
- MEDLINE Plus takes its information from the National Library of Medicine. Information provided at this site includes an overview, clinical trials, diagnosis and research.
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - Questions and Answers about Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sponsored by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, extensive information on Sjogren's Syndrome - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and current research - is available at this site.
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke - NINDS Sjogren's Syndrome Information Page
- The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke is a leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the nervous system and brain. It supplies basic layman's information about Sjogren's Syndrome and provides links to additional information.
- Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
- Founded in 1983, the SSF is a voluntary health agency that provides practical and coping information that minimizes the effects of Sjogren's. This site answers questions about diagnosis, treatment and more.
- Mayo Clinic.com - Difficulty Swallowing
- The Mayo Clinic provides information on signs & symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening & diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention and coping skills.
- MedlinePlus - Swallowing Disorders
- MEDLINE Plus takes its information from the National Library of Medicine. Information provided at this site includes an overview, clinical trials, diagnosis and research.
- National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders - Dysphagia
- Part of the National Institutes of Health, the NIDCD works to find new information that will help prevent, detect, diagnose and treat communication disorders. Their site discusses the causes, treatment and occurrence of dysphasia (swallowing disorders).
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke - NINDS Swallowing Disorders Information Page
- The NINDS is a leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the nervous system and brain. It supplies basic layman's information about swallowing disorders and provides links to additional information.
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Dysphagia
- UPMC is the area's leading health care center and one of the largest nonprofit health care systems in the United States. Information about diagnosis, treatment options, research and resources is provided.