Research Guides: Consumer Health Guide: Personal Health

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Hector R. Perez-Gilbe

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Personal Health - Table of Contents

Use the menu under the main Personal Health tab or this Table of Contents to access the following resources:

Children Men Minorities Seniors Women

US FDA: Prevent Foodborne Illness

Information about addiction rehabilitation and treatment

Alcohol Rehab Help Alcohol Rehab Help is an informational web guide founded in 2020. Our site was created to help those struggling with alcohol use disorders (AUD), substance use disorders (SUD), and/or co-occurring mental health disorders. We help individuals understand their addictions and find the best treatment option based on their unique situation and individual needs.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism The institute mission is to generate and disseminate fundamental knowledge about the effects of alcohol on health and well-being, and apply that knowledge to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems, including alcohol use disorder, across the lifespan.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
Medi-Cal - Addiction Center Medi-Cal is a Medicaid program in the state of California that offers free or low-cost health coverage for families and individuals with limited income and resources. Members who are eligible and struggling with alcohol or drug abuse can receive substance use disorder (SUD) services at a Drug Medi-Cal certified program. Many of Medi-Cal’s services, including those for treating substance use disorders, are made accessible through waiver programs.
Henry's Uncle The mission is to end the stigma of addiction through education and the power of storytelling. By 2021, we want to educate over 20,000 people about the disease of addiction.

Reference Works

Dictionaries

Encyclopedias

A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia

Key Personal Health Resources

Eat Right
Sponsored by the American Dietetic Association.
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This site is sponsored by the American Dietetic Association. Their mission is to promote optimal nutrition and well being through the provision of sound information and advocacy. Nutrition fact sheets, good nutrition reading lists, and information regarding finding a dietitian are highlights of this site.

Selected Web sources focusing on healthy lifestyles and choices:

My Life Check Assessment Tool
Life Simple 7 Action Plan. Learn the status of your heart and what you can do to live a better live. Sponsored by American heart Association / American Stroke Association.
Nutrition.gov
Easy access to the best information from sources across the federal government.
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This site provides easy access to the best food and nutrition information from sources across the federal government. It serves as a gateway to reliable information on nutrition, healthy eating, physical activity, and food safety for consumers, educators, and health professionals.
Smart Health Choices
University of Sydney, Australia School of Public Health
Stay Healthy at Any Age
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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As part of its work to improve the quality of health care, AHRQ supports the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). The USPSTF examines the scientific evidence and makes recommendations—considered the "gold standard"—on services that can help people maintain their health. These services, called clinical preventive services, include screening for diseases or risk factors, counseling, and preventive medicines.

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