Health Information Web Links
These sites are a sampling of health-related web sites. These sites/links are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice; they are not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you have regarding a medical condition. |
General Health and Medical Resources
- American Academy of Pediatrics - informational site related to children and their health.
- Center for Disease Control - this site is a an extensive informational site from the Atlanta's Center for Disease Control. It includes information on health topics, health data and statistics, and much more.
- Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention - USDHHS national clearinghouse of child abuse and neglect information to protect children & strengthen families
- Children's Hospital Website - from Children's Hospitals and Clinics (Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN). Provides patient and family education materials by category.
- Children's Physician Network - information for kids, teens and parents from the Children's Physician Network, the most complete pediatric care system in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
- HealthInSchools - health info for kids and teens from the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools.
- Infectious Diseases in Childcare Settings and Schools - information on infectious diseases prepared by Hennepin County Community Health Department for directors, caregivers, parents or guardians and school health staff.
- KidsHealth - from the medical experts of The nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, KidsHealth provides families with accurate up-to date, and jargon-free health information they can use. KidsHealth has seperate areas for kids, teens, and parents.
- MayoClinic.com - a site owned by the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. This site gives you access to a wealth of health information from the respected Mayo Clinic.
- Minnesota Department of Health - a wonderful sight with general to specific health information and links. At this sight you will be able to find information specific to Minnesota health.
- Office of the U.S. Department of Health
- Park Nicollet - a Park Nicollet health resource site.
- Poison Control - this site is supported by Hennepin County Medical Center and the Minnesota Department of Health. You will find it educational and information on many topics associated with poison or toxic substances.
- Tri-City Partners - for Healthy Youth and Communities - Richfield, Edina and Bloomington.
- U.S. Department of Health, Substance Abuse - resources for substance abuse and mental health problems.
Adolescent Resources
Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs
- Tobacco and Drugs Monitoring the Future
- Center for Disease Control
- The Quit Net
- KidsHealth - this site has three sections: teens, parents, and kids. You will find age appropriate information on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs within these sections.
- SAMHSA's Family Guide - a family guide to keeping youth mentally healthy and drug free. Sponsored by SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Also addresses the danger of abusing over-the-counter drugs.
Allergies
- American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
- School Guidelines for Managing Students with Food Allergies
- Food Allergy Network
Asthma
- American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
- American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
- American Lung Association
- Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America
- Center for Disease Control - Asthma
- Mayo Clinic
- Minnesota Asthma Information Center
- Smoke Free Restaurants
Attention Defecit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
- National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
- Center for Disease Control - Attention Deficit Disorder
- West Metro Learning Connections, Inc. - includes information on Tourette Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) of Minnesota - a nonprofit agency serving children and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and other learning difficulties, their families, and the professionals who serve them. LDA offers education, workshops, support groups, assessments, tutoring, referrals, transition coaching, and free phone consultations.
- Attention Deficit Disorder Resources - a national non-profit organization that helps people with ADD or ADHD achieve their full potential through education, support and networking opportunities.
Cancer
Depression and other Mental Health Conditions
- Mental Health Net (MHN) - a comprehensive site with easy-to-use, friendly resources in which to access most mental health topics on the Internet.
- National Institute of Mental Health - information on specific mental health disorders, diagnosis and treatment, research, activities, publications, videos, and other resources.
- The National Directory of Family-Run & Youth-Guided Organizations for Children's Mental Health
Diabetes
- American Diabetes Association
- Center for Disease Control - Diabetes
- International Diabetes Center
- Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
- Kids Health - eating disorders in teens with diabetes
Eating Disorders
- The American Anorexia/Bulimia Association, Inc.
- Park Nicollet site - eating disorders
- KidsHealth - this site has loads of information on eating, fitness, excercise and eating disorders. You are able to explore in a teens, kids or parent section.