Book Summary:
"Jeanne Ryer's wonderful book not only teaches you how to find top-rate medical information quickly and inexpensivelyâ??it explains how to understand what you find." â?? Timothy B. McCall, M.D. Author of Examining Your Doctor Now you can use the massive information resources available online to improve, enlighten, or even save your life. Whether you're a net novice or a veteran surfer, this user-friendly, straight-shooting guide shows you how to access a full range of traditional and alternative health information. It gives you everything you'll need, from effective search strategies and techniques to a master list of over 200 of the best health resources online. You'll also find information on: - Support groups that offer tips, information, and a chance to share your story
- Online health encyclopedias, consumer drug references, newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and journals
- Government health resources, including the Centers for Disease Control, the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Health Information Center, and the National Institutes of Health
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