Health & Medical Information Sites
Guide to the leading resources for medical reference information. With few exceptions the sites below are available for free and without registration.
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A-Z listing of over 4,000 medical articles on diseases, tests, symptoms, injuries and surgeries.medlineplus.gov
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Information on 2,000+ lab tests along with testing algorithms and result interpretation guides.arupconsult.com - Professional Resource
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Health and medical information site developed by the Australian government.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
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Medical center with comprehensive disease, symptom, drug, and doctor information.clevelandclinic.org
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Principal agency for protecting the health of U.S. citizens.hhs.gov
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Easy-to-read drug information and useful online tools including a pill identifier.drugs.com
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Doctor-produced medical information to help patients make informed healthcare choices.emedicinehealth.com
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Point of care diagnostic and treatment information for doctors. Subscription required.epocrates.com - Professional Resource
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A-Z pharmaceutical drugs database including side effects, dosages, interactions and user reviews.everydayhealth.com
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Rapid access, point-of-care medical reference for primary care and emergency clinicians.fpnotebook.com - Professional Resource
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News, multimedia, Q&A columns, blogs, and peer-reviewed journals.healio.com - Professional Resource
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Digital health platform that provides medical information, tools, and inspirational stories.healthcentral.com
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Prevention and wellness information for consumers. Evidence-based, actionable, and easy to use.health.gov - Also see: MyHealthfinder
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Australia-based source of disease, symptoms, medicine, and healthcare facilities information.healthdirect.gov.au
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Independent, objective source for patient health information.healthgrades.com
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Trusted health information, free tools, news and doctor-reviewed resources.healthline.com
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Patient guides to the advantages and disadvantages of treatment options and health care services.informedhealth.org
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Diseases, symptoms, injuries, and more with photographs and illustrations.medlineplus.gov
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Medical information for specialists, physicians, and industry professionals.medscape.com - Professional Resource
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The world's most widely-used medical guides, with consumer and professional versions available.merckmanuals.com
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Australian health platform with comprehensive condition and drug information and medical advice.mydr.com.au
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Independent UK publication focusing on diet, nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle.netdoctor.co.uk
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Leading health agency in the United Kingdom. Features articles, interactive tools, and resources.www.nhs.uk
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Largest biomedical research agency in the world and focal point for medical research in the U.S.nih.gov - Professional Resource
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Evidence-based clinical decision support resource for health care providers.uptodate.com - Professional Resource
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Consumer information on medical conditions, fitness, nutrition, and healthy living.verywellhealth.com