CCAC Libraries - Databases A to Z

Provides full text for nearly 1,750 general reference publications with full text information dating as far back as 1975. Covering virtually every subject area of general interest, MasterFILE Premier also contains full text for nearly 500 reference books and 164,424 primary source documents, as well as an Image Collection of 440,207 photos, maps & flags. Provided by EBSCOhost.

Provides authoritative medical information on medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the health care system, pre-clinical sciences, and much more. Created by the National Library of Medicine, MEDLINE uses MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) indexing with tree, tree hierarchy, subheadings and explosion capabilities to search citations from over 4,800 current biomedical journals. Provided by EBSCOhost.

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.
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.
MyOptumHealth.com - Burns: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.

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.
MyOptumHealth.com - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: This site provides information, in layman's terms, in the areas of symptoms, signs & tests, complications, treatment, causes, incidence, risk factors and prevention.
Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Tables of Content and abstracts starting with 1998 editions are available.

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.