| Dr__Pribut\'s_Sports_Page Comprehensive information on injuries related to runners. In-depth descriptions, graphics, risk factors, and treatment recommendations. |
| eMedicine_Health_-_Finger_Dislocation Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment. |
| eMedicine_Health_-_Puncture_Wound Consumer health resource center providing information on the treatment of puncture wounds. |
| Injury_Clinic Resources on sports related injuries. Extensive explanations, detailed graphics and treatment considerations. From SportsMed Web. |
| Negative_Pressure_Wound_Therapy Consolidates information on NPWT. |
| Play_It_Safe Fact sheets and patient education brochures available on sports injuries from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. |
| Prevent_Injuries_in_Young_Soccer_Players An article by Roger M. Lyon, MD Assistant Professor, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin. |
| Sports_medicine_and_Orthopedic_Surgery An index of musculoskeletal injured areas common in sports related activities. From emedx.com [Note: graphics are actual x-rays or photos of injuries - ed] |
| UKAS Information about this organization devoted to adhesions and their related disorders (ARD). Details about treatment and prevention. |
| Wound_Healer Site for education, information, treatment of wound healing problems. |
| American_Lung_Association Provides information on various conditions, research and statistics, plus programs and events. |
| Anoxia_and_Hypoxia Information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. |
| Bronchiectasis_R_Us Offers facts including how is it diagnosed, living with it, physiotherapy techniques and devices, and forums available to meet other people with this disorder. |
| The_Canadian_Lung_Association Information on a variety of conditions, including asthma, sleep apnea and tuberculosis, plus a drug information search. Includes information about the respiratory system, and a kid's corner. |
| Coalition_for_Pulmonary_Fibrosis Nonprofit partnership organization advocating on behalf of pulmonary fibrosis patients nationwide. |
| Drkoop_com__Respiratory News articles, grouped by condition. |
| eMedicine_Health Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of lung collapse. |
| eMedicine_Health__Carbon_Monoxide_Poisoning Consumer health resource center providing information on the dangers and symptoms of CO poisoning. From eMedicine Health. |
| eMedicine_Health__Smoke_Inhalation Consumer health resource center providing information on the symptoms and treatment. |
| eMedicine__Hiccups Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hiccups. |
| How_Stuff_Works__Lungs Illustrated description of how we breathe, plus information about various disorders. |
| Huff_and_Puff_Victoria Provides details of various support groups. Includes a directory of links for specific conditions, plus information on exercising and using medications. |
| Idiopathic_Pulmonary_Fibrosis Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. |
| InterMune,_Inc_ Read about INSPIRE, a comprehensive clinical trial in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Information for patients, physicians and investors. |
| Irish_Lung_Fibrosis_Association General information about lung fibrosis. Find practical help, scientific resources and case histories. |
| LAM_Action Provides information and support for those with lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes fact sheet and patient organisation information. |
| LAM_Foundation A non-profit organization devoted to finding a cure for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) by providing support, education, information and funding scientific research. |
| LAM_Trust_of_New_Zealand Provides support and information about lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes facts, lecture notes and events. |
| Living_With_Respiratory_Disease A discussion group for those affected by respiratory conditions. [Registration required.] |
| Lungs_OnLine Learn about a variety of lung diseases and conditions as well as diagnostic testing information. |
| Medco_Health Research respiratory conditions or browse detailed drug information related to respiratory conditions. Features include interactive tools and related news. |
| MedicineNet__FocusOn_Lungs Offers topics covering a variety of disorders, including procedures and tests, alongside news and a discussion boards. |
| No_Air_To_Go Provides information concerning Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis, including diagnosis and treatment. Includes a glossary, links and a chatroom. |
| NTMinfo_com Offers information about nontuberculous mycobacteria, including symptoms, tests and treatments. |
| OHSU_Health__Respiratory_Disorders Overview, symptom and treatment information plus basic anatomy. |
| Pulmonary_PAP Discussion group for people with pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. Scheduled weekly chat sessions. [Membership required.] |
| Pulmonology_Channel Resources on diagnosis and treatment of a variety of pulmonary conditions. Includes a forum and video presentations. [Real Player required.] |
| RadiologyInfo__Chest_Radiography Information for patients concerning chest xrays. |
| Respiratory_Medicine Includes information on asthma, copd, cystic fibrosis, telemedicine, spirometry, scientific publications, meetings and pulmonary medicine. |
| RXinsider__Cough Basic information for patients. |
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