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MedlinePlus is the best place to start a search on any health topic. This database from the National Library of Medicine draws from other sites to provide reliable, easy to find consumer/patient information.
- MedlinePlus- Reliable, easy to understand information on diseases, medical conditions, clinical trials, alternative therapies, more.
- Drugs and supplements section covers prescription and over-the-counter drugs, herbs and supplements.
- Encyclopedia provides concise information with illustrations on diseases, health conditions, medical procedures and household products.
- Dictionary gives definition and pronunciation for medical terms, tests, diseases and drugs.
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