Finding Health Information You Can Trust
Finding trustworthy health information can seem challenging, but there are many reliable resources if you know where and how to look! This list, created by a librarian at The Seattle Public Library, includes reputable health information resources and guides on how to evaluate any health information you find. (Created May 2023)
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Merck Manual - Consumer Version
Peer-reviewed information on conditions, symptoms, healthy living, emergencies, and prescription and OTC drugs. Includes articles, videos, and interactive "3-D" models to help you understand what various conditions look like in the human body.
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MyHealthfinder | U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Check on preventive services you may be due for, explore popular health topics, learn how to make the most of doctor visits, and living a healthy lifestyle.
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ProQuest Consumer Health
For general health questions or in-depth research, here’s an easy-to-use database of more than 500 trustworthy medical journals and popular health magazines covering medicine, nutrition, lifestyle, and more.
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Seattle and King County Public Health Department
Learn about local health and wellness resources, find information about local emergency preparedness, and access King County public health data.
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Talking With Your Doctor or Health Care Provider | National Institutes of Health
One of your most important sources of health information is your doctor. This page offers brief videos, guidance, and links to additional sources that will help you communicate with your doctor.
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Top Health Websites | Medical Library Association
Reputable health information websites recommended by the Medical Library Association, organized by conditions, community groups, and other categories.
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Washington State Department of Health
Look up the credentials of Washington health care providers, learn about statewide public health concerns, and find supportive health resources and programs.
View Washington State Department of Health