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DISCLAIMER: This list of resources is intended for informational purposes only. Inclusion does not constitute endorsement by Dakota Medical Foundation.
Aetna InteliHealth
Consumer health information
http://www.intelihealth.com
Alzheimer’s Association
Dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments, and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's
http://www.alz.org
800-272-3900 - 24/7 Helpline
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
An organization devoted to allergic disease
http://www.aaaai.org
414-272-6071
800-822-2762 - patient information and physician referral line
American Academy of Family Physicians
A database of health articles and patient information
http://www.familydoctor.org
American Academy of Pediatrics
An association dedicated to the health of all children
http://www.aap.org
847-434-4000
American Association of Diabetes Educators
A professional association dedicated solely to the needs of diabetes educators
http://www.aadenet.org
800-338-3633
American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org
800 ACS 2345
American Diabetes Association
http://www.diabetes.org
800-DIABETES
American Heart Association
Strives to reduce premature death and disability from cardiovascular disease
http://www.americanheart.org
800 AHA USA 1
American Lung Association
Health resources regarding asthma, tobacco control, and environmental health
http://www.lungusa.org/
800 LUNG USA
American Medical Association
Dedicated to helping physicans help patients
http://www.ama-assn.org
800-621-8335
American Obesity Association
The leading organization for advocacy and education on obesity
http://www.obesity.org
202-776-7711
American Psychological Association
Psychology online
http://www.apa.org
800-374-2721
American Red Cross
Promotes individual well-being and reduces human suffering
http://www.redcross.org
202-303-4498
American Stroke Association
http://www.strokeassociation.org
888 4 STROKE
Arthritis Foundation
http://www.arthritis.org
800-568-4045
CancerNet
Cancer information
http://www.cancernet.gov
800-4-CANCER (800-422-6237)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
A listing of disease and health topics
http://www.cdc.gov
800-311-3435
Children's Special Health Services
Provides services for children, ages birth to 21 years, with chronic illnesses and disabilities
800-755-2714
ConsumerLab
Provides information on safety of many dietary supplements
http://www.consumerlab.com
914-722-9149
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The leading organization in the U.S. devoted to cystic fibrosis
http://www.cff.org
800-FIGHT-CF
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association
Support for people with diabetes who are interested in fitness
http://www.diabetes-exercise.org
800-898-4322
Diabetic & Heart-Healthy Recipes
A website with a collection of over 800 diabetic and heart-healthy recipes
http://www.diabetic-recipes.com
Dr. Koop
Online health and medical information
http://www.drkoop.netg
Fitness Jumpsite
Information on getting and staying active, nutrition, weight, fitness equipment, and lifestyle
http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner
he@lth
A leading provider of mental health information and services for mental health practitioners and those they serve
http://www.athealth.com
888-284-3258
Health A to Z
A family health website
http://www.healthatoz.com
609-301-2169
Health Central
Health and prescription information, nutrition, exercise, and much more
http://www.healthcentral.com
Health Tracks
A preventive health program that is free for children age 0-21 who are eligible for Medicaid. Health Tracks pays for screenings, diagnosis, and treatment services to help prevent health problems from occurring or help keep health problems from becoming worse. Health Tracks also pays for orthodontics, glasses, hearing aids, vaccinations, counseling, and other important health services.
http://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/medicalserv/health-tracks/
Health Web
Internet resources selected by medical professionals
http://www.healthweb.org
Healthfinder
A guide to reliable health information
http://www.healthfinder.gov
Healthier US
A site designed to help Americans live healthier lives by offering credible and accurate information on physical fitness, nutrition, prevention, and avoiding risky behaviors
http://www.healthierus.gov
Innovis Health
Health information regarding men’s issues, women’s issues, and parenting
http://www.innovishealth.com
KidsHealth
A resource for answering parents’ questions and directing them to sources on everything from the common cold to behavior issues
http://www.kidshealth.org/parent
March of Dimes
Provides professional education and public health education that promotes healthy child bearing
http://www.modimes.org
914-997-4488
Mayo Clinic
Medical and personal health information
http://www.mayoclinic.com
Mayo Clinic Internet Health and Medical Resources
Internet resources selected by Mayo Clinic librarians
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthinfo/resources.html
Mayo Clinic Medical Services
Learn about diseases, treatments, doctors, and more
http://www.mayoclinic.org/patientinfo
MedConnect
Online resource for medical professionals
http://www.medconnect.com
Medem
A physician-patient communications network
http://www.medem.com
415-644-3800
MEDLINEplus Health Information
Facts on a wide range of health topics including prevention, diseases, and medication
http://www.medlineplus.gov
MentalHelp.net
Promotes mental health and wellness education and advocacy
http://www.mentalhelp.net
MeritCare Health Library
Information on conditions and diseases, medical tests, medications; health features and access to a medical dictionary
http://www.meritcare.com/library
MossRehabResource.net
Scientific explanations of specific disabilities and treatments
http://www.mossresourcenet.org
215-456-9900
Muscular Dystrophy Association
MDA fights 40 neuromuscular diseases through a worldwide research effort, nationwide program of medical services, and professional and public education
http://www.mdausa.org
800 FIGHT MD
MyAsthma
Dedicated to assisting in managing asthma and allergies
http://www.myasthma.com
National Guideline Clearinghouse
A public resource for evidence-based clinical practice guildelines
http://www.guideline.gov
National Headache Foundation
Dedicated to educating people who suffer from headaches and to healthcare professionals about headache causes and treatments
http://www.headaches.org
888 NHF 5552
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov
301-592-8573
National Institute of Mental Health
Information for the public, practitioners, and researchers on mental and behavioral disorders
http://www.nimh.nih.gov
866 615 NIMH
National Institutes of Health
Resources for health information, grant and funding opportunities, news and events, scientific resources, and institutes
http://www.nih.gov
301-496-9612
National Mental Health Association
The country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness
http://www.nmha.org
800 969 NMHA
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Mission is to end the devastating effects of MS
http://www.nmss.org
800 FIGHT MS
National Safety Council
The nation's leading advocate for protecting life and promoting health
http://www.nsc.org
630-285-1121
National Women’s Health Information Center
A comprehensive list of information on women’s health topics
http://www.4women.gov
800-994-9662
TDD 888-220-5446
NOAH: New York Online Access to Health
Provides access to high quality, unbiased consumer health information
http://www.noah-health.org
North Dakota Department of Health
Health resources including community health, medical services, health resources, and environmental health information
http://www.health.state.nd.us
701-328-2372
North Dakota Senior Information Line
Health information for seniors
http://www.ndseniorinfoline.com
800-451-8693
OncoLink
Mission is to help cancer patients, families, healthcare professionals, and the general public get accurate cancer-related information
http://www.oncolink.com
Parent Stages
A website for every parenting stage
http://www.parentstages.com
Partnership for Prevention
A national nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing disease and promoting health
http://www.prevent.org
202-833-0009
Pleural Mesothelioma
Pleural mesothelioma is by far the most prevalent form of mesothelioma. According to the American Cancer Society, three-quarters of all mesothelioma cases are pleural. Pleural mesothelioma.com offers the most comprehensive and current information on exposure and mesothelioma.
http://www.pleuralmesothelioma.com
Red River Valley Dental Access Project
For children and adults without dental coverage
http://www.rrdentalaccess.com/
701-364-5364
RxList
Information regarding prescription and over-the-counter drugs
http://www.rxlist.com
Smart Moves Health Online
http://www.smtmoves.com
Spina Bifida Association of America
Promotes the prevention of spina bifida and enhances the lives of all affected
http://www.sbaa.org/
800-621-3141
ThinkFirst
A national program aimed at reducing head and spinal injuries among teens and young adults
http://www.thinkfirst.org
800 THINK 56
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Information on topics from adoption to women’s health
http://www.os.dhhs.gov
877-696-6775
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
A resource center for up-to-date information on alcohol and drugs
http://www.health.org
800-729-6686
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration
Provides information for improving community health
http://www.ask.hrsa.gov
888-275-4772
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov
888-INFOFDA (888-463-6332) toll free
U.S. National Library of Medicine
World’s largest medical library
http://www.nlm.nih.gov
Vision USA
For children without vision coverage
http://www.aoa.org/documents/nd-visionusa-application.pdf
701-258-9005
VSP Sight for Students
For children without vision coverage
http://www.sightforstudents.org
888-290-4964 toll free
WebMD
Health resources, including medical information, health, and wellness
http://www.webmd.com
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