Encyclopedias, Dictionaries, & Other Full Text Resources

Full text medical resources available on the Internet.

Encyclopedias

MEDLINEplus : ADAM Medical Encyclopedia

Search this medical encyclopedia by topic to obtain basic information on a disease or condition. Entries include Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention sections. In addition, some entries provide images related to the topic.

Dictionaries

Merriam Webster Medical Dictionary

Look up medical terms in this dictionary by typing them in the search box provided.

MedicineNet - Medical Dictionary

Look up medical terms in this dictionary by choosing the appropriate letter. Then browse the alphabetical list of terms to find the subject of interest.

Other Full Text Resources

Consumer Treatment Guidelines

A full-text, online book by e medicine that includes information on dealing with medical emergencies. Although there is some sponsorship by pharmaceutical companies, the information provided is valuable.

Merck Manual of Medical Information - Home Edition Online

Full-text of this best-selling medical reference book is not available online. Look through the Table of Contents or use the search feature to find health information.

Wilderness Emergencies

A full text, online book by e medicine with information on dealing with medical emergencies encountered in wilderness settings.

Last updated on July 3, 2008