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Top medical websites for the head


Go to the websites the doctors use.

The internet has been a great innovation in helping millions to decipher medical information.  Although the World Wide Web has
educated thousands, but there are also websites that provide misleading and erroneous information that can pose serious health risks.
 
When surfing the internet for medical information it is imperative to refer to sites that are based on current and sound research and provides evidence-based recommendations.

This series "Medical Websites" will list some consumer friendly research based medical websites that provide correct information to help you answer your medical questions from head to toe.  Today's list of medical websites focus on the basic issues related to the head; including headaches and facial plastic surgery.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA): The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. 


 

National Headache Foundation: The NHF is educating people with headache about three key principals of headache care:  the personal nature of headache, the importance of understanding personal headache patterns and the link between charting headaches and getting relief.

American Headache Society: A professional society of health care providers dedicated to the study and treatment of headache and face pain.
 
Brain Injury Association of America: Is the leading national organization serving and representing individuals, families and professionals who are touched by a life-altering, often devastating, traumatic brain injury (TBI).
 
American Optometric Association: The public, optometrists and other professionals will turn to the American Optometric Association for reliable and current information related to optometry, eye care and health care policy
 
American Dental Association: The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science and professional advancement; leading a unified profession through initiatives in advocacy, education, research and the development of standards.
 
American Speech, Language, Hearing Association: Making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all.  Here you will find resources to help you understand communication and communication disorders.
 
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery:To promote the highest quality facial plastic surgery through education, dissemination of professional information, and the establishment of professional standards.
 

Remember to always consult with your health care provider.

For more information continue to look for Medical Websites that cover Back, Eyes, and Heart that may be helpful by visiting visit Odette's homepage. Please feel free to provide comments or questions concerning this topic.

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