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MedlinePlus

MedlinePlus
Trusted consumer health information

MedlinePlus is one of the best places to start doing consumer health research. The content is curated and regularly updated by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

General Health Websites

Mayo Clinic Health Information
World class information on diseases and conditions, symptoms, tests and procedures, and drugs and supplements.
FDA Consumer Health Updates
General updates on health and wellness best practices from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Health Information
General Health Information and News.
National Library of Medicine
General home page for information on consumer health, medical publications, research, and clinical trials. Note that ongoing research and trials are not considered settled sources of information but only preliminary sources of information.
Veterans Health Administration
Health Care Information for Veterans
World Health Organization (WHO)
International health organization that specializes in international health issues.

Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information and Marketplace

Affordable Care Act - Healthcare.gov
Comprehensive website about the Affordable Care Act. Site includes information about the law, frequently asked questions, and how to obtain coverage.

Multilingual Resources - Recursos Multilingües

MedlinePlus Health Information in Multiple Languages
MedLinePlus health information available in multiple languages
MedlinePlus en español
Spanish-language version of MedlinePlus for consumer health information
CDC en español
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website in Spanish.

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MedlinePlus

General Health Websites

Affordable Care Act (ACA) Information and Marketplace

Multilingual Resources - Recursos Multilingües