Your Health

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Reliable Health Links

MedlinePlus is a good place to start looking for health information!
MedlinePlus – Extensive information on over 1,000 Health Topics from the National…

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Diseases & Conditions

MedlinePlus – A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine
GHD’s Health & Wellness Library: Reliable Sources of Health Information

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Healthy Living

In addition to the following links to Healthy Living resources, GHD’s Health & Wellness Library subscribes to the following relevant magazines. The…

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Drugs, Herbs, and Vitamins

MedlinePlus: Drugs, Herbs and Supplements – Quick access to the National Library of Medicine’s consumer-friendly information on prescription drugs…

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Articles and Encyclopedias

(Available to all for use in Library – OR – from anywhere with a GHD Health & Wellness Library card)

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Find Health Services

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Local Health Resources & Organizations

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Government Agencies

Clean Syringe Exchange Program – Safe Point San Diego – Family Health Centers of San Diego is the current provider for San Diego’s clean syringe…

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Senior Resources

In addition to the following links to senior resources, the library subscribes to these relevant newsletters and magazines:

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Disability Resources

In addition to the following links to Disability resources, the Herrick Library subscribes to these relevant magazines:

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Emergency Preparedness

Being prepared for a disaster or emergency can help reduce the fear, anxiety, and losses that disasters cause. There are many government agencies and…

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Health Insurance

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Nursing & Healthcare Career Resources

Available to all for use in Library – OR – from anywhere with a Herrick Library card.

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Información de la Salud en Español

MedlinePlus en español es el sitio web de los Institutos Nacionales de la Salud para pacientes, familiares, y amigos. Producida por la Biblioteca…