Best Medical Websites
We would like to be as smart as our doctors; however, gleaning insight into what ails us is a bit easier with online symptom checkers and an online Physician's Desk Reference at our disposal. The best medical websites have been voted as such for their pertinent subject matter, latest medical news and ease of navigation.
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Function
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WebMD (see Resources) won Best Medical Website in 2006. WebMD's function is to provide accurate medical information so the general public can better understand diseases and ailments. On the site, in the right-hand top corner is a diabetes health check that you can take to see if you are at risk. There is a symptom checker next to the diabetes health check to use to diagnose possible illnesses pertaining to your symptoms. In-depth articles are available on every ailment and disease to thoroughly inform you.
Features
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MerckMedicus (see Resources) was voted 2008 winner of Best Medical Site. Journals, anatomical slides, diagnostic tests, medical resources and more are available to view online. Under the patient education tab, find clinical trials, medical handouts and up-to-date medical news. The latest medical study findings are listed and clickable under News and Alerts in the top navigation bar.
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Benefits
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HealthCentral (see Resources) offers users many benefits, through its medical information, packed with the latest health breakthroughs and articles covering in-depth information about the heart, herpes, schizophrenia, menopause, osteoporosis and a host of other medical issues. Type in your ZIP code and find a therapist in your area. Look into the People's Pharmacy to study medications you are currently taking. Watch videos on health.
Expert Insight
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Expert insights present on the best medical websites have been written by qualified health care professionals, including doctors, RNs, LPNs and other documented individuals, so you are sure of reading reliable, accurate and factual information on the subject of your choosing. Educate yourself by watching informative videos on numerous health topics.
Warning
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The best medical websites are no substitute for an appointment with your doctor and should not be used for self-diagnosis of diseases or ailments. Use the symptom guide to discover what may be ailing you, and see a health professional as soon as possible for further testing and investigation. Serious health problems may have similar symptoms to lesser ills and it's prudent to check for a definitive diagnosis..
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