| Seeking_the_Key_to_the_Best_Medication_for_Every_Bipolar_Child An article by Russell Scheffer, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, who is studying the effects of medications on bipolar children. |
| Eating_Disorders_Resources_and_Support_Network Created to assist those working on recovering from anorexia, bulimia, and associated ED's. Includes a member bulletin board, a newsletter, and the ANAD online support group. |
| FSrecovery A step-based fitness recovery site, including a chat room discussing diet and fitness issues, in addition to psychological barriers of each. There is also a free downloadable step guide and worksheets |
| ICD-9_Search Search ICD-9 for medical diagnosis, codes, and procedures. Find related diseases, treatments and related news. |
| Know_It_All_Health Health information, including a library, columns, newsletters and a blog. |
| Surgical_Pathology_Atlas Online database of histopathology images with direct links to PubMed. |
| Model_School_Wellness_Policies Federal site offering guidance and advice for local school districts on the Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 2004. Offering model policies and other resources. |
| Produce_for_Better_Health_Foundation A nonprofit organization designed to increase consumption of fruits and vegetables to 5 or more servings a day to improve health of Americans. Recipes, cooking for kids, tips for seasonal shopping, an |
| Pregnancy_and_Food_Safety Advice for pregnant women and those planning pregnancy, on food safety and nutrition. What to eat and what to avoid. From NSW Food Authority, Australia. |
| Calcium _Recommendations_for_Osteoporosis_Prevention Discusses the role of dietary and supplemented calcium in prevention of osteoporosis-related fractures. From the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF). |
| Diet,_Nutrition_and_the_Prevention_of_Chronic_Diseases_(WHO) An independent expert report on the relationship of diet, nutrition and physical activity to chronic diseases issued jointly by FAO and WHO in 2003. Contains link to full PDF report for download. |
| Food_Issues_in_Human_and_Veterinary_Medicine This site addresses the vital relationship between foods and the diseases that plague mankind and their pets, including allergies and autoimmune disorders. |
| Lowering_Your_Blood_Pressure_With_DASH Detailed consumer brochure on the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan. Includes a full week DASH menu and recipes. From the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). [P |
| More_Than_50_Ways_to_Prevent_Diabetes_(NDEP) Provides nutrition and other tips for diabetes prevention. Designed specifically for African Americans by the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). |
| NutritionMD Offers nutrition information and advice for specific medical conditions for consumers and health care providers. Operated by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). |
| Nutrition_Screening_Initiative_from_the_AAFP Nutrition checklist designed to alert individuals, family members, and phsicians to conditions that may lead to malnutrition, particularly in the aged. (March 1, 1998) |
| Dealing_with_a_Crying_Infant Information and advice regarding what to do with a crying baby, including why newborns cry, what's normal, and tips on how to quiet a them. |
| Vegetarian_Nutrition_Resource_List_for_Consumers USDA site with contact information for cookbooks, magazines and web sites. |
| Cochrane_Reviewers\'_Handbook Describes the process of creating systematic reviews. Directed at healthcare providers, consumers, researchers, and policy makers. |
| Epidemiology_&_Evidence-based_Medicine_Sources_for_Veterinarians The College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University, USA, provides a reference list for students and practitioners. |
| Evidence_Based_Medicine Lists a series of downloadable bulletins explaining the basic concepts and applications. Produced for healthcare managers and policymakers by the National Health Service in the United Kingdom. |
| Evidence_Based_News The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Southern California, USA presents tutorials, case studies and teaching resources for health professionals. |
| Health_Evidence_Bulletins_-_Wales A collaboration between public health organisations, healthcare providers and libraries, publishing results of randomised controlled trials and observational studies into health and disease. |
| Health_Evidence_Bulletins_Wales Collaboration of public health, primary and secondary health care providers, and libraries identifying best evidence across a broad range of evidence types and subject areas. |
| National_Quality_Measures_Clearinghouse A database of measure sets for practitioners, health delivery systems, and health care providers, with standardized abstracts and ordering details. From the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality |
| SEEK__Sheffield_Evidence_for_Effectiveness_and_Knowledge Gateway to electronic resources, databases, and clinical guidelines for policy makers, clinicians and researchers. Provided by the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom. |
| Supercourse__Epidemiology,_the_Internet_and_Global_Health Lecture notes concerning evidence-based principles can be found in this and searchable collection for healthcare students. |
| When_Less_Is_More__A_Practical_Approach_to_Searching_for_Evidence-based_Answers Article provides librarians with a guide to evaluating and selecting medical literature for clinical research. From the Journal of the Medical Library Association. [PDF] (July 1, 2002) |
| ACT_School_Canteens_Association_(ACTSCA) For schools in Australian Capital Territory, offering fact sheets, training and accreditation, and membership. |
| American_School_Nutrition_Association The National body of school nutrition providing information, education, recipes and membership. |
| Australian_School_Canteen_Association Organization of schools providing help in profitability and organises a purchasing club. |
| Better_School_Food US-based organization of parents, educators, and health professionals committed to improving school food. Includes organization background, resources, weblog, and information about teleconferences. |
| Breakfast_For_Learning Dedicated to helping Canadian communities to start and sustain school lunch programs. Includes organization background, information about projects, nutrition education resources, and press releases. [ |
| California_School_Nutrition_Association The professional state body providing local meetings, education, jobs, information and membership. |
| Colorado_School_Nutrition_Association State body offering membership, events, jobs and a newsletter. |
| Federation_of_Canteens_in_Schools_(FOCiS) National body representing Australian school canteens. It offers practical information, resources, registered foods, and government information. |
| Florida_School_Nutrition_Association Professional organization for all school food service employees. Offering training, certification, news and membership. |
| The_Illinois_School_Nutrition_Association State body offering monthly recipe, code of ethics, membership, meetings, events including an annual conference. |
| Kentucky_School_Nutrition_Association The State professional body offering education, credentialing, local chapters, newsletter and membership. |
| Maryland_School_Nutrition_Association State body organising awards, events, creditation, information, membership and a convention. |
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