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Diseases

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Diseases and Health Conditions

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Health Topics (MedlinePlus)
Read about symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention for over 1,000 diseases, illnesses, health conditions and wellness issues.

Conditions and Treatments (Harris Health’s Health Library)
Find information on a range of health topics for adults and children.

Health

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Health Topics A to Z

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Healthy

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Healthy Living

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Healthy Living (Harris Health’s Health Library)
Find information on a variety of topics, including back and neck care, blood pressure, fitness, weight management and more.

Everyday Healthy Living (Healthfinder.gov)
Find information on a variety of topics, including nutrition, physical activity, safety, mental health and more.

Living Healthy (WebMD)
Discover new ways to live an inspiring life through natural beauty, nutrition and diet, an active lifestyle, and better relationships.

Symptom Checkers

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Symptom Checker (Mayo Clinic)
Use this symptom checker to find out what’s causing your symptom.

Symptom Checker (Harris Health’s Health Library)
Use this interactive tool to find out more about your symptoms by the location where the symptoms occur.

Symptoms List (MedlinePlus)
Find out more about your health by exploring a list of symptoms.

Symptom Checker (WebMD)
Identify possible conditions and treatments related to your symptoms.

Drugs

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Drugs and Supplements

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MedlinePlus
Learn about your prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines. Includes side effects, dosage, special precautions, and more. Browse dietary supplements and herbal remedies to learn about their effectiveness, usual dosage, and drug interactions.

Harris Health’s Health Library
Search for information on various drugs, over-the-counter products and dietary supplements. Use a tool to determine if the drugs you are taking have any adverse interactions.

Lab

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Lab Tests and Procedures

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Lab Test Information (MedlinePlus)
Learn about your laboratory tests, including what the lab test is used for, why your doctor ordered it, how the test will feel, and what the results may mean. A laboratory test checks a sample of blood, urine, other bodily fluid, or tissue to get more information about your health. Your doctor may order these tests as part of a routine checkup, to check for certain diseases and conditions or to monitor your health.

Tests Index (Lab Tests Online)
Use this test index to learn more about your lab tests.

Tests and Procedures (Harris Health’s Health Library)
Search for information on a variety of tests and procedures.

Videos

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Videos and Tools

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Explore and watch videos on various health topics, including body systems and surgical procedures. Use interactive tools to learn more about your health.

MedlinePlus
Watch health videos on topics such as anatomy, body systems, and surgical procedures. Test your knowledge with interactive tutorials and games. Check your health with calculators and quizzes.

Tools and Multimedia (Harris Health’s Health Library)
Access health calculators, podcasts, quizzes, risk assessments, symptom checker and a video library to learn and explore health-related topics.

Health Quizzes (Healthfinder.gov)
Try a healthfinder quiz. Each quiz is full of resources and tips to help you make healthy changes today!