Health
Databases
Health Reference Series by Omnigraphics
The Omnigraphics mission has been to provide authoritative and engaging reference resources to libraries and schools. Spanning the areas of biography, history, health, culture, and ready reference
Natural Medicines (Access from Library)
Provides high quality, evidence-based information on dietary supplements (including herbs, vitamins, and minerals), functional foods, diets, complementary practices (modalities), exercises, and medical conditions. Natural Standard is impartial; not supported by any interest group, professional organization or product manufacturer.
Natural Medicines (Access from Home)
Provides high quality, evidence-based information on dietary supplements (including herbs, vitamins, and minerals), functional foods, diets, complementary practices (modalities), exercises, and medical conditions. Natural Standard is impartial; not supported by any interest group, professional organization or product manufacturer.
Salem Health Reference
Salem Health Reference is a comprehensive collection of titles that covers all aspects of human health, from addictions to diseases to psychology and our award-winning medical guide.
Local Resources
Los Alamos County Social Services
Los Alamos County Social Services. The Social Services Division manages the Health Care Assistance Program, which supports access to health related programs and services. The Division also manages Social Services Contracts with half a dozen agencies who provide a wide range of programming for families, youth, and seniors throughout the community. It also can help refer to appropriate health services.
Self Help Inc.
Self Help Inc. a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting those in need in northern New Mexico, including health and living needs. Along with United Way of Northern New Mexico, Self Help Inc. also supports the Los Alamos Mental Health Access Project (MHAP).
2-1-1 of Northern New Mexico
2-1-1 of Northern New Mexico. The 2-1-1 website uses a comprehensive computerized database of health and human services organizations in Northern New Mexico (Rio Arriba, Taos, and Los Alamos Counties) to help the needy with rent, mortgage and utilities; food; health care; and transitional housing.
State Resources
NM Department of Health
The NM Department of Health's (NMDOH). mission is to promote health and wellness, improve health outcomes, and assure safety net services for all people in New Mexico.
UNM Health Sciences Library
UNM Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC), HSLIC library resources are primarily for UNM Health Sciences Center students, faculty and staff. As the only medical library for the state, HSLIC also serves as a resource library for the citizens of New Mexico. Please call for details of services the can offer to the public.
Federal Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): is a federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention and preparedness activities in the United States, with the goal of improving overall public health.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s medical research agency.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Service's (HHS)
U.S. Department of Health & Human Service's (HHS) mission is to enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans. We fulfill that mission by providing for effective health and human services and fostering advances in medicine, public health, and social services.
Websites
Familydoctor.org
Familydoctor.org. This website is operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians. FamilyDoctor has information on numerous health topics as well as health tools and videos.
Healthfinder.gov
Healthfinder.gov. U.S. government sponsored fact sheets on healthcare and diseases. Includes online checkups, health observances, health news and more.
HealthyChildren.org
HealthyChildren.org (American Academy of Pediatrics) is committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, giving general information related to child health or specific guidance on parenting issues.
KidsHealth®
(KidsHealth®) founded in 1992, the Nemours Center for Children's Health Media was the first group in the nation dedicated to the creation of high-quality, family-friendly media aimed at helping parents and kids understand children's health issues.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic web site with links to diseases and conditions, treatment decisions, drugs and supplements, healthy living, and health tools from the Mayo Clinic.
MedlinePlus
MedlinePlus offers consumer health information provided by the National Library of Medicine. MedlinePlus includes information on over 750 health topics, drug and supplement information, a medical encyclopedia, dictionary, directories, and links to other resources
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), is part of the National Institutes of Health, is the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on the diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine.
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
National Institute on Aging (NIA) leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer's disease research.
National Library of Medicine (NLM)
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) Drug Information Portal gives users a gateway to selected drug information from the National Library of Medicine and other key government agencies.
Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)
NIH, Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS), The mission of ODS is to strengthen knowledge and understanding of dietary supplements by evaluating scientific information, stimulating and supporting research, disseminating research results, and educating the public to foster an enhanced quality of life and health for the U.S. population.
PubMed
PubMed is a free resource that is developed and maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), at the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), located at the National Institues of Health (NIH). PubMed comprises over 24 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. PubMed citations and abstracts include the fields of biomedicine and health, covering portions of the life sciences, behavioral sciences, chemical sciences, and bioengineering. PubMed also provides access to additional relevant websites and lines to the other NCBI molecular biology resources.