PHARMACY
GoodRx.com
Commercial website where you can enter the names of your medications. It will display a picture and a list of local pharmacies and the cost of the medication, to allow you to compare prices.
MENTAL & PSYCHOSOCIAL HEALTH
Find a Mental Health Counselor
Sponsored by Psychology Today, enter your zip code for a listing of mental health conselors and therapists in your area, their picture and a personal statement of their philosophy and work.
Human Rights Campaign
Working for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender rights, this website includes a comprehensive set of articles on many issues affecting the LGBT community. Articles include links to national hotlines and resources when more information is desired.
Find a Sex Therapist
The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists website has a directory of individuals trained in sexuality related education, therapy & counseling. Enter your zip code to find a trained therapist near you.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Click on "Preventing suicide" and "Find Help" for help for those who are considering suicide. Click on "Coping with Suicide Loss" and "Find Help" if you are impacted by another person's suicide and would like support.
Offers support for survivors who have lost someone to suicide through in person or remote (email, Skype etc.) support groups.
PREVENTIVE HEALTH
The Mammography Debate
An article from the Susan G Komen Foundation reviews the current guidelines, risks and benefits of mamography.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
University of Wisconsin Integrative Medicine Program
Integrative medicine is healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, and spirit), including all aspects of lifestyle. It emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and makes use of all appropriate therapies, both conventional and alternative. Website includes teaching modules and patient handouts.
Herbs, Botanicals and Supplements
Compiled by Sloan Memorial Kettering Cancer Center Integrative Medicine Service, this website offers an excellent database of herbs, botanicals and other products with their uses, proposed mechanism of action and interactions.
Understanding Acupuncture
An article from the National Institutes for Health discusses the origins of acupuncture, how it works and how medical evidence supports the use of acupuncture treatment.
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
Website includes free guided meditations to promote relaxation, positive thinking and healthy sleep. Weekly podcast and video gallery on understanding basic concepts in mindfulness.
FOR PARENTS OF INFANTS
Kellymom.com
Evidence based information on breastfeeding and parenting compiled by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Including links to support groups.
Breastfeeding Inc.
Dr. Jack Newman is the internationally leading physician in lactation medicine. He has vast experience in helping women difficulty in nursing. His website includes handouts and video resources for mothers.
Infant Risk Center
Dr. Thomas Hale is the national expert in pharmacology in pregnancy and lactation. His website provides excellent information, and he publishes the manual "Medications and Mother's Milk" updated annually, the best reference on what drugs are safe for use in pregnancy and lactation.
GoodRx.com
Commercial website where you can enter the names of your medications. It will display a picture and a list of local pharmacies and the cost of the medication, to allow you to compare prices.
MENTAL & PSYCHOSOCIAL HEALTH
Find a Mental Health Counselor
Sponsored by Psychology Today, enter your zip code for a listing of mental health conselors and therapists in your area, their picture and a personal statement of their philosophy and work.
Human Rights Campaign
Working for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender rights, this website includes a comprehensive set of articles on many issues affecting the LGBT community. Articles include links to national hotlines and resources when more information is desired.
Find a Sex Therapist
The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists website has a directory of individuals trained in sexuality related education, therapy & counseling. Enter your zip code to find a trained therapist near you.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Click on "Preventing suicide" and "Find Help" for help for those who are considering suicide. Click on "Coping with Suicide Loss" and "Find Help" if you are impacted by another person's suicide and would like support.
Offers support for survivors who have lost someone to suicide through in person or remote (email, Skype etc.) support groups.
PREVENTIVE HEALTH
The Mammography Debate
An article from the Susan G Komen Foundation reviews the current guidelines, risks and benefits of mamography.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
University of Wisconsin Integrative Medicine Program
Integrative medicine is healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, and spirit), including all aspects of lifestyle. It emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and makes use of all appropriate therapies, both conventional and alternative. Website includes teaching modules and patient handouts.
Herbs, Botanicals and Supplements
Compiled by Sloan Memorial Kettering Cancer Center Integrative Medicine Service, this website offers an excellent database of herbs, botanicals and other products with their uses, proposed mechanism of action and interactions.
Understanding Acupuncture
An article from the National Institutes for Health discusses the origins of acupuncture, how it works and how medical evidence supports the use of acupuncture treatment.
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
Website includes free guided meditations to promote relaxation, positive thinking and healthy sleep. Weekly podcast and video gallery on understanding basic concepts in mindfulness.
FOR PARENTS OF INFANTS
Kellymom.com
Evidence based information on breastfeeding and parenting compiled by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Including links to support groups.
Breastfeeding Inc.
Dr. Jack Newman is the internationally leading physician in lactation medicine. He has vast experience in helping women difficulty in nursing. His website includes handouts and video resources for mothers.
Infant Risk Center
Dr. Thomas Hale is the national expert in pharmacology in pregnancy and lactation. His website provides excellent information, and he publishes the manual "Medications and Mother's Milk" updated annually, the best reference on what drugs are safe for use in pregnancy and lactation.