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Patient Resources

The patient resources page* provides health related search engines and external websites for patients and families to connect and share experiences.

Health Information

  • www.healthcare.gov - Find information about healthcare and the latest health reform updates.
  • Food Allergies - Find out more about allergies to food and how you can prevent reactions.
  • FamilyDoctor.org - Health information for the whole family, includes health tips, videos, and helpful health tools.
  • Healthcare 411 - Health care information and research findings for consumers and providers
  • Healthfinder - Health resources from over 1,600 government and non-profit organizations
  • MedlinePlus - Multilingual website with information from the National Institutes of Health, extensive drug information, patient tutorials, and the latest health news
  • Minnesota Department of Health - Protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans
  • My Life Check - The American Heart Association has created a simple way for you to keep your heart healthy through a seven step plan.

Health Search Engines

Patient Support Websites

  • CaringBridge - Nonprofit web service that connects family and friends during a critical illness, treatment or recovery
  • Daily Strength - Connect with people facing similar life challenges, medical conditions, and mental health issues
  • Diabetes Mine - A gold mine of straight talk and encouragement for people with diabetes
  • Disaboom - Connecting the millions touched by disability
  • I'm too young for this! - Empowering young adults affected by cancer
  • Patients Like Me - Learn from real-world experiences of other patients like you
  • Sophia's Garden - Families of children with life-threatening and chronic conditions connect with other families to find strength, hope and healing

*The content of the patient resources section is for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition.

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