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Resources to assist students, individuals and families in health matters.

General Medicine

healthfinder.gov
Information and tools to help you and those you care about stay healthy.
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Health statistics, travelers' guides, diseases and health topics (in multiple languages).
Mayo Clinic
Expert information from physicians, scientists and researchers at the world famous clinic.

Consumer Reports Online

From one of the world's largest independent product testing organizations, these publications provide objective buying recommendations, timely advice, as well as ratings on consumer products.

Find/Rate Physicians, Hospitals, Health Practices, Nursing Facilities

American Hospital Directory

Hospital data and statistics nationwide.

Health News Reviews

Timely and up to date news and stories from a consumer's perspective

Nursing Home Compare

Detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country.

Pennsylvania Licensing Systems

(PALS) Official State verification service allows you to check for professional licensing background information and any disciplinary information.

WebMD Physician Directory

Search by name or medical specialty, procedure or medical conditions to locate a physician anywhere in the United States.