Laboratory Services:

Quest Diagnostics

Lab Corp

 

Radiology Services:

Fairfax Radiology Consultants

Radiology Imaging Associates

Reston Radiology Associates

Washington Radiology Associates

 

General Health Education

National Institute of Health

This Web site gives easy-to-read, accurate descriptions of conditions, causes, symptoms, and treatments by linking to trusted Web sites for specific information. For instance, someone looking up bone cancer would be linked to the bone cancer page on the National Cancer Institute Web site. Lots of Spanish-language materials available here as well.

Centers for Disease Control

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians, this site presents broader information on the patient experience, not only offering information on conditions and treatments, but tips for patients on choosing a doctor, understanding medical bills, navigating insurance coverage, and advocating for themselves. Also provides helpful information on childrens health and development issues, from toilet training to dog bites to acne.

American Diabetes Association

Not only gives extensive information about diabetes, its treatments, and ongoing research, but it also offers patients advice on nutrition and meal planning, fitness regimes, and lifestyle changes, and connects them with support groups in their communities. Also check out the ADA-sponsored, interactive nutrition site  My Food Advisor which allows patients to create meal plans, find recipes, and research foods they can eat.

Understanding Your Labs

This site gives good information on understanding the results of a lab test.

National Center For Complementary and Alternative Medicine

4Women

A good reference for information on women’s health issues.

Small Steps

By signing up for Small Steps, Big Rewards on this Web site you can get hints to stay healthy and active and avoid diseases associated with excess weight.

Advance Directive Toolkit

The American Bar Association Commission on Aging gives useful information on advanced healthcare planning.

Medline Medical

This site includes articles, resources, medication directory, and a disease directory.

Merck Medicus

This site includes body illustrations, with both interactive and animated features.

Travel Healthcare

CDC Travel Assistance

This Web site gives helpful information about the health risks associated with travel destinations, including vaccinations and medications needed according to the  State Specific Guidelines.

Traveler’s Vaccines

This site is designed to assist US travelers in determining what precautions and vaccinations may be considered when traveling outside the United States.

 

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