Health and Wellness
Wellbe identifies health and wellness news and information for healthcare consumers to help them make informed decisions about their health and wellness. The website also identifies recent trends and resources in the health and wellness arena to assist administrators and managers with managing the health benefits of employees.
Doctor Panels Recommend Fewer Tests for Patients
"In a move likely to alter treatment standards in hospitals and doctors’ offices nationwide, a group of nine medical specialty boards plans to recommend on Wednesday that doctors perform 45 common tests and procedures less often..."
New York Times
April 04, 2012
Studies Link Daily Doses of Aspirin to Reduced Risk of Cancer
"Taking aspirin every day may significantly reduce the risk of many cancers and prevent tumors from spreading, according to two new studies published on Tuesday. The findings add to a body of evidence suggesting that cheap and widely available aspirin may be a powerful..."
New York Times
March 20, 2012
In Study, Evidence That Colonoscopy Saves Lives
"A new study provides what independent researchers call the best evidence yet that colonoscopy — perhaps the most unloved cancer screening test — prevents deaths. Although many people have assumed that colonoscopy must save lives because it is so often recommended, strong evidence has been lacking until now..."
New York Times
February 22, 2012
Stem Cells Used to 'Heal' Heart Attack Scars
"Damage caused by a heart attack has been healed using stem cells gathered from the patient's own heart, according to doctors in the US. The amount of scar tissue was halved in the small safety trial reported in the Lancet Medical Journal. The authors said there was also an "unprecedented" increase..."
BBC
February 13, 2012
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Primal Pictures
Comments: 3D anatomy software available online via subscription or via DVD. Software is expensive, but accuracy and illustrated details are exceptional. Numerous editions are available, including anatomy models for acupuncture, dentistry, pilates, and radiology.
Comments: 3D anatomy software available online via subscription or via DVD. Software is expensive, but accuracy and illustrated details are exceptional. Numerous editions are available, including anatomy models for acupuncture, dentistry, pilates, and radiology.
Visible Body
Comments: Website produced by Argosy Publishing, which offers online access, based on a low-cost monthly subscription, to a 3D human anatomy model that can be manipulated by users. Viewer can move joystick to view model from all angles and can highlight, remove or make transparent anatomical structures to properly visualize their positions.
Comments: Website produced by Argosy Publishing, which offers online access, based on a low-cost monthly subscription, to a 3D human anatomy model that can be manipulated by users. Viewer can move joystick to view model from all angles and can highlight, remove or make transparent anatomical structures to properly visualize their positions.
AssistGuide Information Services
Comments: AGIS helps individuals locate resources for caregiving. Website provides useful information on caregiving, including legal and financial considerations, support services, and housing options. Also includes blog, forum, and expert's column.
Comments: AGIS helps individuals locate resources for caregiving. Website provides useful information on caregiving, including legal and financial considerations, support services, and housing options. Also includes blog, forum, and expert's column.
CareGiverHelper
Comments: Website helps caregivers locate resources for caring for a senior, including housing, geriatric care management, and home care providers.
Comments: Website helps caregivers locate resources for caring for a senior, including housing, geriatric care management, and home care providers.
Caring.com
Comments: "Founded in 2007, Caring.com is the leading online destination for those seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones."
Comments: "Founded in 2007, Caring.com is the leading online destination for those seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones."
Lotsa Helping Hands
Comments: Website allows users to set up a 'circle of community' of friends and family to coordinate caregiving. Information is shared within circle via calendar, announcements, and message boards.
Comments: Website allows users to set up a 'circle of community' of friends and family to coordinate caregiving. Information is shared within circle via calendar, announcements, and message boards.
National Family Caregivers Association
Comments: NFCA "educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 65 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age."
Comments: NFCA "educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 65 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age."
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Comments: Federal agency working to improve and protect the health of individuals and communities "through health promotion, prevention of disease, injury and disability, and preparedness for new health threats." The website includes links to information on health and safety, data for public health professionals, and a library of public health images, such as illustrations of micro-organisms and photographs.
Comments: Federal agency working to improve and protect the health of individuals and communities "through health promotion, prevention of disease, injury and disability, and preparedness for new health threats." The website includes links to information on health and safety, data for public health professionals, and a library of public health images, such as illustrations of micro-organisms and photographs.
FamilyDoctor.org
Comments: Website is operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). FamilyDoctor.org includes a list of common health conditions and a Smart Patient Guide for understanding healthcare, health insurance, and end-of-life issues. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Comments: Website is operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). FamilyDoctor.org includes a list of common health conditions and a Smart Patient Guide for understanding healthcare, health insurance, and end-of-life issues. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
MyOptumHealth.com
Comments: Similar webpage design and content as WebMD, but with less advertising. MyOptumHealth.com also includes links to set up a personal health record. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Comments: Similar webpage design and content as WebMD, but with less advertising. MyOptumHealth.com also includes links to set up a personal health record. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
National Cancer Institute
Comments: Federal agency and part of the National Institutes of Health. NCI conducts and funds research on cancer, disseminates research findings, and provides training to healthcare professionals on cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Comments: Federal agency and part of the National Institutes of Health. NCI conducts and funds research on cancer, disseminates research findings, and provides training to healthcare professionals on cancer diagnosis and treatment.
National Institute of Health
Comments: Federal agency whose "mission is to seek fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability."
Comments: Federal agency whose "mission is to seek fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability."
Quality Health
Comments: Website includes discussion groups for a variety of health conditions, numerous videos on health and healthy living, and an expert Q&A link. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Comments: Website includes discussion groups for a variety of health conditions, numerous videos on health and healthy living, and an expert Q&A link. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Revolution Health
Comments: Website started by AOL's Steve Case. Revolution Health includes links to locate prescriptions and treatments for common health conditions. Also, includes links to community forums, blogs, and a provider locator search engine. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Comments: Website started by AOL's Steve Case. Revolution Health includes links to locate prescriptions and treatments for common health conditions. Also, includes links to community forums, blogs, and a provider locator search engine. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
WebMD
Comments: One of the most popular consumer health sites on the web. WebMD is updated frequently and hosts several forums and blogs moderated by health experts. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Comments: One of the most popular consumer health sites on the web. WebMD is updated frequently and hosts several forums and blogs moderated by health experts. Website is certified by Health on the Net Foundation.
Viverae
Comments: Company provides "comprehensive total population health management." Viverae creates "a culture of health in the workplace" by identifying health risks and incentivizing employees to manage their health and wellness.
Comments: Company provides "comprehensive total population health management." Viverae creates "a culture of health in the workplace" by identifying health risks and incentivizing employees to manage their health and wellness.
Cooking Light
Comments: Companion website for the "Cooking Light" magazine and cookbook publications. In addition to recipes, website includes advice for entertaining, healthy living, and eating smart.
Comments: Companion website for the "Cooking Light" magazine and cookbook publications. In addition to recipes, website includes advice for entertaining, healthy living, and eating smart.
Dr. Gourmet
Comments: Dr. Timothy Harlan, M.D., a board-certified Internist and gourmand, who has authored two books, "It's Healthy Fare" and "Hand on Heart" and hosted the Emmy award-winning "The Dr. Gourmet Show" presents his recipes and advice for healthy eating. Website includes tons of practical information, including recipes, special diets, how to cook healthy, newsletter, blog, and columns.
Comments: Dr. Timothy Harlan, M.D., a board-certified Internist and gourmand, who has authored two books, "It's Healthy Fare" and "Hand on Heart" and hosted the Emmy award-winning "The Dr. Gourmet Show" presents his recipes and advice for healthy eating. Website includes tons of practical information, including recipes, special diets, how to cook healthy, newsletter, blog, and columns.
Local Harvest
Comments: Founded in 1998, Local Harvest provides information on locally sourced agricultural products. Website includes an online store and a search engine for locating a family farm in your area.
Comments: Founded in 1998, Local Harvest provides information on locally sourced agricultural products. Website includes an online store and a search engine for locating a family farm in your area.
Vegetarian Times
Comments: Vegetarian Times magazine companion website includes vegetarian recipes and resources for vegetarianism and eco-living.
Comments: Vegetarian Times magazine companion website includes vegetarian recipes and resources for vegetarianism and eco-living.
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