General Health and Wellness

CDC Health Podcasts

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched podcasts addressing issues of women’s health, aging, chronic disease prevention, and general health promotion as well as other health-related topics.  From the website you can listen to one of the featured podcasts or subscribe to a series.

ODPHP Physical Activity Guidelines

The US Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) offers detailed physical activity guidelines for older adults.  The guidelines provide regarding type and amount of physical activity for various current fitness levels.

MedlinePlus

The US National Library of Medicine website provides information on many health topics including diagnoses, wellness issues, and prescription and over-the-counter medications.  The site also features videos and other online tools.

National Medical Association (NMA)

NMA sponsors a physician locator service to assist in finding African-American physicians in your area.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

With a mission to promote research, education, and advocacy, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics acts as a professional association for those working in the field of nutrition, and offers nutritional information and support for the general public through their website.

Black Women’s Health Imperative

The mission of the Black Women’s Health Imperative (formerly the National Black Women’s Health Project) is to improve the health of black women by providing wellness education and services, and self-help group development.

Our Bodies Ourselves

Formerly The Boston Women’s Health Book Collective, Our Bodies Ourselves empowers women with information about health, sexuality and reproduction.

Womenshealth.gov

This website sponsored by the US Dept of Health and Human Services offers information on many health topics and illnesses.

Office of Minority Health

This website sponsored by the US Dept of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health features a “Resource Center” that links to information and resources on specific topics ranging from medical conditions to resources for finding health care.

Weight Control Information Network

WIN (Weight control Information Network)is sponsored by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The site offers resources on nutrition, physical activity and weight control.