Frequently asked questions regarding herbal medicine and culinary herbs. Arranged by herb and by condition they affect.
Health
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Health
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Alternative Medicine
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Online version of 1931 ed. of "A Modern Herbal" by Grieve. Has poison and recipe index. Each item has description, medicinal use and dosage information.
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NCCIH is the Federal Government's lead agency for scientific research on complementary and integrative health approaches. The center is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) which is part of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. The web site provides information on complementary and alternative medicine; how to be an informed consumer; and information on grants and funding opportunities. The site also includes a link for information in Spanish.
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This non-profit organization combats health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies. Original research with qualifications of writers given. Defines quackery; presents information on questionable products and services.
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Cooking
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This resource has over 20,000 recipes searchable by keyword or category.
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This is a resource featuring the history of food including recipes.
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Diet & Nutrition
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From the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
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7,500 recipes with links to 'Gourmet' and 'Bon Appetit' journals plus recent cookbooks. Can limit by type of preparation, ingredients, type of meal, special requirements such as 'low fat.' Menu suggestions included.
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A database with nutritional information from the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service
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Credible, accurate, and practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers. Includes food pyramids.
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Search nutritional facts using data from the USDA
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This site has recall notices, safety notices and more.
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Preventive medicine through nutrition from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
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Provides detailed composition of foods.
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Directories & Registers
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Licensed U.S. physicians by name (limited by state), specialty or condition.
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Find out if a doctor is board certified.
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Comparative data for most hospitals.
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Searchable directory of drug and alcohol treatment programs nationally, more than 400 listed for the Los Angeles area. Website from the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
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U.S.News ranks top hospitals by areas, name, specialty.
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A resource from the California HealthCare Foundation that provides ratings of California hospitals
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Verify current dental license status.
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A resource from Medicare.gov that allows comparison of area hospitals for health care quality.
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Find clinics for low-income people.
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Home page for the Los Angeles County Medical Association
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Includes licensed physicians and indicates possible types of disciplinary actions against them with names/numbers to contact for further information.
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The primary purpose of this tool is to provide detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.
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License search for registered nurses and continuing education providers, including licensed midwives.
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Disabilities
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A national non-profit organization for all hard of hearing people.
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A local pair of organizations that lead the country in hard of hearing research and treatment.
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National Rehabilitation Information Center's searchable databases. Provides information for the last 20 years.
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A disability rights organization with an inclusion orientation.
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Diseases, Disorders & Conditions
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Information on Communicable Diseases, Travel Health, and AIDS.
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Covers health for the whole family, diseases & conditions, prevention & wellness, pregnancy & newborns, kids, teens, and seniors.
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is peer-reviewed, patient-centered, and non-commercial.
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Alphabetical listing of a variety of diseases and treatments with current medical and health information.
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Read about the disease of your choice from this standard medical reference source. You will have to read ads from the company and complete a free registration form to access the Merck Manual.
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from the CDC Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR).
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Provides a variety of detailed information on vaccines and immunizations, including vaccines for travelers.
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Drugs
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A Comprehensive Database Providing Drug Information and Adverse Interaction Information through the Standard Pharmaceutical Circulars for Physicians.
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United States Food and Drug Administration approved drug products. Find generic equivalents of proprietary drugs.
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the FDA site for monitoring and reporting problems with medical products (including drugs).
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Search by pill color, shape, imprint
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General
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Find out information about physicians and peruse the latest copy of JAMA.
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has consumer information including forms for medical directives
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Contains News Center, Cost-Estimate Calculator and Need Help Now? (information if you need coverage before 2014) sections. Covered California, part of the State of California, provides the tools to shop for health insurance that meets your health care needs and financial realities.
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Find up-to-date and reliable information on aging research and health and wellness for older adults.
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Guide to reliable health information produced by the U.S. Government. Four main sections: Health library , Just for You (Select topics pertinent to your age or condition), Health Care, Organizations.
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Affordable Care Act information site explains health benefits in your state, preventative services for women, young adult coverage, and the health insurance marketplace. Provided by the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services.
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Childhood infectious diseases, children's health for parents, children and professionals.
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Information about diseases and conditions, treatment options, and drugs. Has a Symptom Checker feature.
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A service of the National Library of Medicine. Provides health and drug information, directories for physicians, hospitals, etc.
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A comprehensive web site offering health and medical information to physicians and consumers.
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Contains A-Z index of NIH health resources, clinical trials, MedlinePlus, health hotlines, current medical news, Grants & Funding opportunities, research training & scientific resources, Institutes, and Centers & Offices. Includes link for information in Spanish.
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Database for rare disorders with links to contacts and support groups.
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A free full-text archive of peer-reviewed biomedical and life sciences journal literature at the US National Institutes of Health's National Library of Medicine (NIH/NLM).
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Consumer Product Information Database describes health effects of consumer products
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Statistics
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