Finding reliable health information online can be a challenge. Try starting your search here with these reliable sources. We can’t offer medical advice, but we can offer some good starting points for your health info searching.
Finding health info online
MedLinePlus – MedlinePlus is a service of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world’s largest medical library, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). They provide high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted, easy to understand, and free of advertising, in both English and Spanish. (Description taken from their website)
NIH | National Institues of Health – A part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, NIH is the nation’s medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives. (Description taken from their website)
FamilyDoctor.org – This is the AAFP’s (American Academy of Family Physicians) consumer website, featuring physician-reviewed patient education materials. (Description taken from their website)
Health Literacy at the State Library – Here you’ll find links to resources promoting healthy living, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and a wealth of health-centered databases including Consumer Health Complete, Health Source: Nursing and Academic and a Directory of Mental Health Resources in Kansas.
NCI | National Cancer Institute – This is the federal government’s principal agency for cancer research and training. (Description taken from their website)
ClinicalTrials.gov – The purpose of ClinicalTrials.gov is to provide information about clinical research studies to the public, researchers, and health care professionals. (Description taken from their website)
Health Information Data
KansasHealthMatters – Brings community health-related statistical data, local resources and a wealth of information to one, accessible, user-friendly location. Includes community health improvement plans. (Description taken from their website)
RHIhub | Rural Health Information Hub – Information, opportunities, and resources on rural health. Funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy to be a national clearinghouse on rural health issue. Provides access to current and reliable resources and tools focused on rural health. (Description taken from their website)
County Health Rankings & Roadmaps – please note that funding for County Health Rankings & Roadmaps ends at the end of 2026.