|
|
||||||
|
The internet is a wonderful resource for medical information. Most of it is accurate and reliable, but unfortunately some of it is not. Below are links to various reliable internet resources that may be of interest to you. In addition, Dr. Sue Abell has written a little primer with helpful hints on how to use the internet to find reputable medical information, which you can go to by clicking here. Follow the links and have fun!
ADHD
• AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: ADHD http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/adhd.cfm
• ADD WAREHOUSE http://addwarehouse.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/index.html This site has a great deal of information on ADD under the "Free Articles" tab in the column on the left. In addition, this is a wonderful site for purchasing books on ADD/ADHD and other developmental disorders.
• CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDERS
http://www.chadd.org
• NATIONAL ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER ASSOCIATION
• NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH
• Shire US Inc. - Your ADHD Support Company
• THE ATTENTION DEFICIT INFORMATION NETWORK, INC
• The George Washington University HEATH Resource Center
Allergy And
Asthma • AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: ASTHMA http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/asthma.cfm
• ALLERGY AND ASTHMA NETWORK - MOTHERS OF ASTHMATICS
http://www.aanma.org
http://www.aafa.org
Autism
• AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: AUTISM http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/autism.cfm
• CDC AUTISM WEBSITE: "LEARN THE SIGNS. ACT EARLY" http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/actearly This is the CDC website on autism. Here you will learn normal childhood milestones and recognize early signs of autism. There are also a variety of resources available for download.
• FIRST SIGNS From their website - "First Signs is dedicated to the early identification and intervention of children with developmental delays and disorders." Here you will find a variety of resources related to development, screening and referrals, and treatments for autistic spectrum disorders
Behavior
• AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: BEHAVIORAL/MENTAL HEALTH http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/behavior.cfm
• NEW LEAVES CLINIC RESOURCES PAGE http://www.newleavesclinic.com/resources.htm This is the resource page from the website from the New Leaves Clinic, a clinic in Portland specializing in psychology. There are many links to various resources on this page that you may find useful.
Bicycles
• AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: SAFETY http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/safety.cfm
• COWLITZ ON THE MOVE http://www.cowlitzonthemove.org/ This website has more than just information on biking trails (which can be found by clicking under "Biking" under the heading on the left hand column "Active Resources." It also has information on hiking/walking trails and other resources to keep you active and healthy.
Bullying
• STOP BULLYING NOW! http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov This is a website by the US Department of Health and Human Services with some information on bullying. There are tips for kids who are bullied, and tips on what both children and parents can do about bullying.
Car Seats
• PEOPLE AVAILABLE TO CONDUCT CAR SEAT CHECKS IN COWLITZ COUNTY Here is a list of people who are available to conduct car seat checks in Cowlitz County. You can make an appointment with them to have them help you check to see if your car seat is properly installed.
• THE WASHINGTON STATE SAFETY RESTRAINT COALITION http://www.800bucklup.org (Main page of the website) http://www.800bucklup.org/parent/washingtons%20law.html (WA State Laws) Ever wonder until what age you have to keep your child in the back seat? Or when a booster seat is required? Well, this website not only has the state laws regarding these issues, but also alot of information on car safety restraints.
Diabetes
• AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp
Developmental Disabilities
• DSHS RESOURCE LINKS FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES http://www1.dshs.wa.gov/ddd/links.shtml Dr. Tolby found this web page when surfing the DSHS website. On this web page, there are numerous links to various community and national resources on topics such as advocacy, Down Syndrome, Autism, and Cerebral Palsy, just to name a few.
Nutrition/Weight Loss
• HEALTHY CHOICES FOR KIDS This website is sponsored by the growers of Washington State Apples and funded by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, Tree Top, and other industry sponsors. There are ideas for parents on how to get children to eat healthier and how to encourage more physical activity.
• USDA FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE "TEAM NUTRITION" RESOURCE LIBRARY www.teamnutrition.usda.gov/library.html This website is sponsored by the USDA, and has information regarding the new Food Guide Pyramid and other resources on eating healthy,.
• KIDS FIRST HEALTHIER CHILDREN PROGRAM This website is sponsored by the University of Arkansas and offers kid-friendly healthy recipes, games to promote physical activity, and obesity prevention materials.
• MY PYRAMID WEBSITE Obesity is rising to unprecedented levels in the US. This website allows you to customize the new USDA food pyramid to your eating and exercising habits.
• SPARKPEOPLE.COM This is another website that helps people with obesity. It is free to sign up, and once you are a member, you will have access to a variety of resources including a calorie counter, diet plans, exercise demos, and daily e-mail tips.
General Pediatrics
• AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS This is the official website of the American Academy of Pediatrics, an organization dedicated to the care of infants, children, and adolescents. There are many resources here for parents, including information on parenting, car seats, and other important topics.
• eMedicine While not specifically a pediatric website, this site has in-depth information on a variety of medical topics, written by experts in their respective fields. While some of the information is geared more toward medical professionals, there is also a good "Consumer Health" section. Registration is recommended but is free.
Smoking Cessation
• Washington State Department of Health: Quitline.com This is the official WA State Health Department quit-line web site. It has the quit-line phone number (1-877-270-STOP) and other stop-smoking resources.
Travel Medicine
• CDC Traveler's Health Website This is the official CDC Travel Health website. Here you will find information regarding the most prevalent illnesses in the regions that you are planning to travel to, and suggested vaccines. There is also information about food and water safety, travelers' diarrhea, traveling with kids and kids with special healthcare needs.
• US Department of State International Travel Homepage http://travel.state.gov/travel/travel_1744.html This is the official US Department of State International Travel Homepage. Here you will find consulate information and if any travel warnings have been issued for the area that you are traveling to.
Vaccinations/Immunizations
• AAP CHILDREN'S HEALTH TOPICS: IMMUNIZATIONS http://www.aap.org/healthtopics/immunizations.cfm
• NATIONAL NETWORK FOR IMMUNIZATION INFORMATION http://www.immunizationinfo.org/
• CDC WEBSITE ON VACCINES AND IMMUNIZATIONS http://www.cdc.gov/node.do/id/0900f3ec8000e2f3
• FAST FACTS FOR FAMILIES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ROTAVIRUS http://www.hmhb.org/rotavirus/pdf/HMHB_rotavirus_final.pdf Here is a PDF file on Rotavirus and the vaccine now available for it.
|
|||||
|
This site best viewed in 1024 x 768 or above with Active Content enabled. Copyright 2006 Child & Adolescent Clinic, PC. All Rights Reserved. Questions, comments, suggestions? Contact "webcreator at pacifier dot com"
|
||||||
