Welcome to our Healthcare Library.  The following collection of sites, articles and links provide you with a wide assortment of perspectives, insights and opinions on healthcare in the United States today.  From in-depth news about the latest health issues facing the country to the occasional blog rant, we think you’ll find the Healthcare Library a constant source of both information and inspiration.

Healthcare Online Resources

From researching a specific subject of interest, to learning where to turn for additional help, these sites put valuable information at your fingertips.

United States Department of Health and Human Resources

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.
http://www.hhs.gov

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The CDC provides the expertise, information, and tools that people and communities need to protect their health – through health promotion, prevention of disease, injury and disability, and preparedness for new health threats.
http://www.cdc.gov/

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross offers compassionate services for domestic disaster relief; community services that help the needy; support and comfort for military members and their families; the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products; educational programs that promote health and safety; and international relief and development programs
http://www.redcross.org/

WebMD

WebMD provides original, timely and credible health information, supportive communities, and in-depth reference material about health subjects through original content and materials from well-known providers.
http://www.webmd.com

MedLinePlus

MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, at no cost to you.
http://www.medlineplus.gov 

The National Institutes of Health

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the nation’s medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives.
http://www.nih.gov/

Flu.gov

Flu.gov provides comprehensive government-wide information on seasonal, H1N1 (swine), H5N1 (bird) and pandemic influenza for the general public, health and emergency preparedness professionals, policy makers, government and business leaders, school systems, and local communities.
http://www.flu.gov/professional/hospital/index.html

Health.Mil

Health.Mil is the web site for the Military Health System and provides information on the healthcare services provided to active duty and retired military personnel, including resources aimed at helping wounded soldiers and their families as they move toward recovery.
http://www.health.mil

My HealthVet - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

My HealtheVet is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs e-health web site, which offers Veterans, active duty soldiers, their dependents and caregivers anywhere, anytime internet access to VA healthcare information and services.
http://www.myhealth.va.gov/

Medicare.gov

The official United States government site for news, information, guidance and help regarding Medicare.  
http://www.medicare.gov/