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Alternative Medicine
 Websites presented in alphabetical order 2007 Statistics on CAM Use in the United States 
 Results of "nationwide government survey released in December 2008 [which found that] approximately 38 percent of U.S. adults aged 18 years and over and approximately 12 percent of children use some form of CAM [complementary and alternative medicine]." Includes the report, graphics, press release, video and audio, images, and a fact sheet. Provides a link to the 2002 Statistics on CAM Use survey (released in 2004). From the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. http://nccam.nih.gov/news/camstats/2007/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 3, 2009 Acupuncture
General information about this alternative medical procedure. Summaries of National Institutes of Health (NIH) research findings, a glossary, and related resources are also included. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/acupuncture/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 13, 2002 Acupuncture.com
An extensive site covering acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) modalities, which include herbology, Qi Gong, Chinese nutrition, and Tui Na healing massage. Includes a FAQ on acupuncture and a directory of practitioners. Professional resources include information on acupuncture law by state and treatment protocols. Student resources include a forum, a list of TCM schools around the world, and extensive resource materials such as charts, meridian therapy, and specific disease treatment principles and protocols. Searchable. http://acupuncture.com/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 8, 2000 The Alternative Fix
Companion site to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Frontline program that "examines the controversy over complementary and alternative medical treatments." Covers topics such as acupuncture, homeopathy, vitamins, herbs, and integrative medicine. Features interviews with supporters and skeptics, commentary, consumer tips, a teacher's guide, video clips, a transcript, and related links. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/altmed/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Jun 1, 2004 The Alternative Medicine Homepage
An annotated directory of websites providing information on "unconventional, unorthodox, unproven, or alternative, complementary, innovative, integrative therapies." Topics include HIV/AIDS, databases, government resources, and directories of practitioners. Maintained by librarian Paul Worona of the Falk Library of the Health Sciences, University of Pittsburgh. http://www.pitt.edu/~cbw/altm.html Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Mar 21, 2005 American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
Contains fact sheets, publications, FAQs, a direcory of doctors, a history of chiropractic care, and more. Searchable. http://www.acatoday.org/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 29, 2009 Andrew Weil, M.D.
Contains health information from Andrew Weil, a Harvard-trained doctor specializing in alternative medicine, mind/body interactions, and medical botany. Includes a question-and-answer page with an archive of past questions; recipes; bulletin boards; interviews with medical experts; and a list of upcoming events. http://www.drweil.com/drw/ecs/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Recipes & Food Preparation Last updated Oct 3, 2006 Asian American Health
"An information portal to issues affecting the health and well-being of Asian Americans in the United States." Covers major Asian populations, medical journals, communicating with Asian children about health issues, statistics, complementary and alternative medicine, and other health topics. Includes many related links. From the National Library of Medicine. http://asianamericanhealth.nlm.nih.gov/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 20, 2003 Bloodletting
"A brief selection of material, in word and image, on bloodletting." Includes excerpts from "On the Proper Administration of Blood-Letting, for the Prevention and Cure of Disease" (1840), by Henry Clutterbuck; and images from medical texts representing anatomical figures with points identified for bloodletting, and instruments used in the process. From the Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library, University of California, Los Angeles. http://www2.library.ucla.edu/specialcollections/biomedicallibrary/12193.cfm Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 1, 2008 CareGuide
This site offers elder care resources, including medical, legal, and safety information, and guidance for choosing types of care and service providers. Topics include memory and aging, home care, living alternatives (such as hospice and respite care), and wills and estate planning. Searchable. From a care management company. Note: Site also includes information about the company's fee-based services and a directory of providers in the company's network. http://www.eldercare.com/ Topics: Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Apr 13, 2005 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Basic information on carpal tunnel syndrome. Sections cover symptoms, risks, screening and diagnosis, treatment, prevention, self-care, coping, and alternative medicine. Includes related articles. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/DS00326 Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Chirobase
This site's mission is to caution the consumer against "health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies" and provide "information about chiropractic history, theories, and current practices." Features general articles; discussions of questionable techniques and treatment practices; information about chiropractic education and history, consumer protection strategies; and more. Sponsored and maintained by a psychiatrist and a chiropractor. http://www.chirobase.org/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 9, 2008 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Fibromyalgia
Solid directory of FMS and CFS sites with links to symptoms, coping strategies, medications, pain management, alternative treatments, and treatments for these chronic disorders. An About.com site. http://chronicfatigue.about.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 1, 2001 Complementary and Alternative Medicine
New York Online Access to Health (NOAH) provides resources in alternative medicine and therapies. The directory includes an extensive list of alternative healing approaches as well as other resources such as book reviews, homeopathic and holistic medicine schools, "Find a Doctor/Practitioner," fraud, government resources, online journals, and research centers. Also available in Spanish. http://www.noah-health.org/en/alternative/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Nov 3, 2004 Complementary and Alternative Medicine Index (CAM)
Collection of material about different types of CAM, such as acupuncture, biofeedback, herbal medicine, hypnotherapy, massage, and yoga. Includes discussions of conditions (by organ and symptoms), and drug, herb, and supplement interactions and uses. From the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 25, 2007 Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Cancer Patients
A browsable list of complementary and alternative therapies for treating cancer, promoting wellness, and coping with the side effects of conventional cancer treatments. Includes a description of each therapy, its believed functioning and reported benefit, potential risk and harm, and cost. From the Rebecca and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center, University of California, San Diego. http://cancer.ucsd.edu/Outreach/PublicEducation/cams.asp Topics: Cancer, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 6, 2004 Ethnomed: Ethnic Medicine Information from Harborview Medical Center
EthnoMed seeks to "make information about culture, language, health, illness and community resources directly accessible to health care providers" of recent immigrants. This searchable clinical resource provides culture-specific pages, journal articles, immigration issues, and links related to public health, patient education, and cross-cultural information. From the University of Washington Health Sciences Library and the Harborview Medical Center's Community House Calls Program in Seattle. http://www.ethnomed.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 19, 2003 HealthCentral
This consumer-oriented site includes information on health for women, men, kids, and seniors; alternative and complementary medicines; fitness and nutrition; and more. Also features advice from Dr. Dean Edell. Searchable. http://www.healthcentral.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Medical Treatments & Devices, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Senior Health Last updated May 26, 2004 Healthnotes: Homeopathy
Explanation of homeopathy and remedy details, with dosage directions for hundreds of medical problems and conditions. Searchable and browsable. From General Nutrition Centers (GNC). http://library.gnc.com/health_notes/healthnotes.aspx?ContentId=2425002&lang=en Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 15, 2008 HerbMed
The Alternative Medicine Foundation presents summaries of Medline research article abstracts (with links to the original) as well as links to traditional and folk use reports about several dozen herbs. The information includes warnings about toxicity, adverse effects, drug interactions, and contraindications; preparations; mixtures; and mechanism of action. Searchable; herbs are listed alphabetically. Further information available for a fee. http://www.herbmed.org/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Plants Last updated Jun 8, 2005 HICUP: Health Information in Chinese Uniting Patients, Physicians and the Public
Librarians and health educators at the New York University School of Medicine have created a site with patient education and consumer health materials in Chinese. All materials and Web site links have been reviewed by bilingual health educators for accuracy, readability, and authority. The materials offer information about diseases and conditions, diagnostic procedures, safety, nutrition, and insurance. http://library.med.nyu.edu/patient/hicup/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Health, Languages, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated May 14, 2002 The High Altitude Medicine Guide
The guide "provides current medical information on the prevention, recognition, and treatment of altitude illness, as well as other health issues affecting travellers to high mountainous regions of the world." The site covers acute mountain sickness (AMS); provides a physician's clinical guide; and lists sites about mountaineering in India, Nepal, and Tibet as well as other mountain and health-oriented links. http://www.high-altitude-medicine.com/ Topics: Geography, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Travel Last updated Jun 16, 2002 Homeopathy
Contains links to practitioners and organizations in the U.S. and United Kingdom, historical information, articles, and more. http://www.homeopathyhome.com/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 29, 2005 The Horse Interactive
This searchable, online version of The Horse , a horse health magazine, includes The Essential Horse , selected feature articles from the October 1997 to the current issue; the Scoop section with news, reports, and a calendar of events; and the Knowledge Bank , with an extensive directory of subjects, including lameness, mare and foal care, alternative medicine for horses, care for the older horse, and numerous others. A drop-down menu supplies quick links to horse-related sites, and there is also a link to the American Association of Equine Practitioners. http://www.thehorse.com/ Topics: Animals, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Magazines, Mammals, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Hospital & Health System Programs: Internet Resources: Alternative Medicine
This list of allopathic (conventional) medical schools and hospitals offering complementary and alternative medical services will be useful for patients and health care practitioners who wish to pursue an integrated approach to treatment. The site lists the institutions and offers links to their Web sites. Compiled by University of Pittsburgh medical librarian Charles B. Wessel. http://www.pitt.edu/~cbw/hospital.html Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 4, 2003 Information Resource: About Herbs, Botanicals and Other Products
"This web site provides objective information for oncologists and healthcare professionals, including a clinical summary for each agent and details about constituents, adverse effects, interactions, and potential benefits or problems. Evaluations of alternative or unproved cancer therapies are also provided." The site is part of the Integrative Medicine Service at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/11570.cfm Topics: Cancer, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 25, 2004 Islamic Culture and the Medical Arts
An online exhibition in honor of the 900th anniversary of the transcription of "an Arabic treatise by one of the most important medieval physicians and clinicians -- Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Zakariya' al-Razi, who worked in Baghdad in the previous century and was later known to Europe as Rhazes." This site traces the history and development of Islamic medicine. Included is a bibliography of additional readings. A transcribed interview about Islamic calligraphy is accompanied by several video clips. From the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/islamic_medical/islamic_00.html Topics: Health, Holidays and Observances Individually, Language, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nonfiction by Genre, Writing Last updated Apr 7, 2004 Leeches!
Fact sheet on the biology of leeches, which "are commonly found in lakes and ponds and many of [which] provide food for vertebrates such as fish, ducks, turtles and some other birds." Also discusses the history and current use of leeches for medicinal purposes. Includes related links. From the King County (Washington State) Department of Natural Resources. http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/data-and-trends/monitoring-data/stream-bugs/leeches.aspx Topics: Animals, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 18, 2009 MayoClinic.com
Well-written and easy-to-understand information on health and medical topics. The heart of the site is Diseases & Conditions A-Z with articles covering hundreds of conditions that discuss some of all of the following: signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, when to seek medical advice, screening and diagnosis, complications, treatments, prevention, self-care, coping strategies, and complementary and alternative medicine. Additionally there's a large section of Answers from Mayo Specialists , tools for improving your health, in-depth information on major conditions in the Condition Centers , Drug Information from the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), and a First-Aid & Self-Care Guide . http://www.mayoclinic.com/index.cfm? Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 17, 2003 Medical Antiques.Com
"An index of articles, photos, and research about medical antiques. Also discussed are the techniques of collecting the artifacts and sets associated with surgery instruments, leeching, bloodletting, drugs, and other aspects of medical science prior to 1900." Aside from the author's wanted list, this site also contains noncommercial and educational materials. Compiled by an anesthesiologist and collector of medical antiquities. http://www.medicalantiques.com Topics: Arts and Humanities, Collectors & Collecting, Home & Housing, Medical Treatments & Devices, Photograph Collections Last updated Jul 20, 2004 MedlinePlus: Echinacea
Material from 2006 about the potential health benefits of the herbal supplement echinacea. "Echinacea species ... belong to the Aster family. ... The roots and herb (above ground parts) of echinacea species have attracted recent scientific interest due to purported 'immune stimulant' properties." Topics include dosing and evidence of the effectiveness for treatment of conditions (such as upper respiratory tract infections). From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-echinacea.html Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 27, 2007 Native American Ethnobotany
This is a "database of plants used as drugs, foods, dyes, fibers and more, by native People of North America." Most of the species in the database include links to entries in the USDA Plants Database in addition to brief entries listing plant uses, tribe names, and sources for the information. From the University of Michigan, Dearborn. http://herb.umd.umich.edu/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices, Native Americans Last updated Jul 20, 2005 NCCAM Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Citation Index
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine created this database of more than 180,000 bibliographic citations from 1963-1999, which is a subset of the Medline database. Specific diseases can be found by browsing "CAM & diseases," a therapy under "CAM & Methods," and a medical field under "CAM & Systems." Citations are arranged by last name of the author. Searchable (specific fields, Boolean, limits, etc.). http://nccam.nih.gov/research/camonpubmed/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Nov 6, 2009 Not-2-Late.com: The Emergency Contraception Website
This site "is designed to provide accurate information about emergency contraception derived from the medical literature." Includes emergency contraception brands (morning after pills and the copper-T intrauterine device (IUD)) available in different countries, news, providers in the U.S. and parts of Canada, and a FAQ. Available in English, French, Arabic, and Spanish. From the Office of Population Research at Princeton University and the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals. http://ec.princeton.edu/ Topics: Drugs & Medications by Type, Families, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Feb 26, 2005 Online Archive of American Folk Medicine
A database of approximately 200,000 folk medicine records, illustrating "a variety of beliefs and practices such as home remedies, the activities of traditional healers ... and many therapies that fall under the rubric of complementary and alternative medicine." Records include condition, belief, method of treatment, and source of information. Searchable. From the Folklore and Mythology Archives, University of California, Los Angeles. http://www.folkmed.ucla.edu/ Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 12, 2003 Osteoarthritis
Information about osteoarthritis, "one of the oldest and most common types of arthritis ... characterized by the breakdown of the joint's cartilage." Find news, diagnoses, treatments, alternative treatments, specific conditions, disease management, representative research articles, and more. From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/osteoarthritis.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Nov 12, 2004 Patient Education Resources
Information for cancer patients, family, and caregivers. Topics include caregiver and cancer-related fatigue; coping with chemotherapy; complementary and alternative medicine therapies; hospice; evaluating health information; health insurance and disability benefits; helping children understand cancer; nutrition; and communicating with your doctor. Browsable. From the Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco. http://cancer.ucsf.edu/crc/education.php Topics: Cancer, Health, Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Jul 28, 2007 Pet Education
This searchable site on pet information contains numerous "informative articles on pet healthcare, written by veterinary experts." Information includes lab procedures, drug descriptions, a dictionary of veterinary terms, and articles related to alternative and holistic medicine. There are many links to pet related organizations, associations, and schools; every state has a State Veterinarian to oversee veterinary health matters and the name and contact information is listed by state. There is information on birds, fish, and exotic small pets as well as on dogs and cats. http://www.peteducation.com/ Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated May 4, 2005 PLoS: Public Library of Science
This site serves as a gateway to two "open access" journals, PLoS Biology and PLoS Medicine, which are high-quality, rigorously-reviewed (but freely available) alternatives to traditional academic journals from commercial publishers. Provided by "a non-profit organization of scientists and physicians committed to making the world's scientific and medical literature a freely available public resource." http://www.plos.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Magazines, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Prevention
Prevention magazine sponsors this extensive website for eating healthy, natural remedies, family health, and diet and weight loss. From Rodale Inc. http://www.prevention.com/ Topics: Food & Cooking, Health, Magazines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Qi: The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness
This companion site to the print publication of the same name includes articles and information about traditional Chinese medicine, Taijiquan (T'ai Chi Ch'uan) and other internal arts, qigong and meditation, Chinese culture, Chinese philosophy, and feng shui. Highlights include an interactive acupuncture model, a tai chi skeleton animation, and a virtual Chinese abacus. Searchable. From Insight Publishing. http://www.qi-journal.com/ Topics: Health, Magazines, Magazines by Place, Medical Treatments & Devices, Philosophy, Sports Last updated Aug 10, 2009 RxList
Searchable by drug name, keyword, and imprint code (great for identifying pills). Gives the brand, generic, and category for more than 4,500 drugs in English and more than 3,000 in Spanish. Also has most common indications and side effects. The site also contains Taber's Medical Encyclopedia , with more than 53,000 definitions as well as information on some major Western herbs, Chinese herbal remedies, and homeopathics. http://www.rxlist.com/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jan 17, 2003 SafeMedication.com
"Pharmacists helping people make the best use of medicines." "Medications and You" covers alternative medicines; antibiotics; medication safety, use, and trends; treatment tips; and vaccines. "How to Administer" explains the best ways to use drops, ointments, inhalers, and suppositories. Type a drug name in the search box and find out how a medicine should be used, special precautions, side effects, and other information. From the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). http://www.safemedication.com/ Topics: Drugs, Drugs & Medications by Type, Health & Medical Disciplines, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 7, 2004 SARS Reference
The second edition of "a medical textbook that provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)." Contents include a timeline, virology, epidemiology, transmission, diagnostic tests, treatment, and other topics. Browsable, or download the entire book. Also available in Spanish and Chinese. http://www.sarsreference.com/ Topics: Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Sep 1, 2003 Specialty Hospitals: Focused Factories or Cream Skimmers?
This issue brief focuses on the rise of physician-owned cardiovascular and orthopedic hospitals as an alternative to general hospitals. Discusses concerns related to quality, cost, and access, and offers some proposals for policy makers. From the Center for Studying Health System Change, "a nonpartisan policy research organization located in Washington, D.C." http://www.hschange.org/CONTENT/552/ Topics: Health, Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Dec 14, 2004 tibetanmedicine.com
Site devoted to Tibetan medical practice. Includes diagnosis, treatment, full-text articles, and lovely artwork. http://www.tibetanmedicine.com/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 16, 2001 The Transcendental Meditation Program (TM)
Transcendental Meditation is a meditation technique "for gaining deep relaxation, eliminating stress, promoting health, increasing creativity and intelligence, and attaining inner happiness and fulfillment." The site includes the complete text of a beginner's book on TM, an annotated bibliography of scienfific research on TM, and background information on Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the program. http://www.tm.org/ Topics: Health, Literary Movements and Periods, Medical Treatments & Devices, Religion Last updated Jul 5, 2004 Transcultural and Multicultural Health Links
A collection of annotated links to articles, surveys, bibliographies, and other resources providing insight on how various populations view medical and health issues. Covers ethnic groups; religious groups; women; gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered; and refugees. Also includes New Mexico resources. Searchable and browsable. Maintained by New Mexico State University librarian Ellen Bosman. http://web.nmsu.edu/~ebosman/trannurs/rlinks.shtml Topics: Christianity, Medical Treatments & Devices, Society & Social Science Last updated Dec 2, 2004 Unconventional Cancer Therapies Manual
This manual provides "information for patients and their families, relating to alternative and complementary [cancer] therapies. Most of the information consists of direct quotations from the medical, peer-reviewed book and journal literature. Also included under each therapy is a 'Summary' statement, which tends to best summarize the opinion given in the evidence-based literature." From the BC Cancer Agency, a part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) of British Columbia. http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/PPI/UnconventionalTherapies/ Topics: Cancer, Health, Literature & Books, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 12, 2006 Veriditas: The World-Wide Labyrinth Project
Believing that the"healing qualities of labyrinths have been lying dormant for centuries," this site includes articles about the value of labyrinths, a worldwide labyrinth locator, ways to incorporate meditation in everyday life, and an online finger meditation tool. There is also information about the labyrinth and related events at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, California, where Veriditas is headquartered. http://www.gracecathedral.org/labyrinth/ Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 3, 2002 WholeHealthMD: The New Approach to Healing
This site's focus combines conventional medicine with alternative therapies. "All of our information is developed by a team of leading board-certified doctors and specialists. Our integrative medicine experts will guide you through a range of safe and effective options that will positively impact your health." Also find news, opinion, and related links. http://www.wholehealthmd.com/ Topics: Health, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated May 10, 2006 |
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