LibGuides: Online Clinical Library 2: Consumer Health Information

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General Health Resources

MEDLINEplus
Extensive, up to date and authoritative health information from the National Institute of Health and National Library of Medicine.
Spanish language site also available.
MEDLINEplus - Spanish version
ClinicalTrials.gov
Current information about clinical research in human volunteers.
Health & Wellness Resource Center
Comprehensive up-to-date health and wellness information, including the Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine.
Household Products Database
Information on the health effects of common household products.
MAYO Clinic Health Information
Find reliable information regarding disease & conditions, tests & procedures, and drugs & supplements.

American Medical Association
Search for information regarding a physician.
Medical Board of California
Find a variety of consumer information, from verifying a license to filing a complaint.
San Diego County Medical Society
Search by specialty and location.

Hospital Compare website
Reports on hospital quality of care.
CA Dept of Managed Health Care
Explain your health care rights and help you understand how to use your health care benefits.
CA Office of the Patient Advocate
Tools to get the most out of your medical care.