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There are two great U.S. government websites that provide information about diseases, illnesses, syndromes, and health conditions. Entries in each resource include information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and risk factors.

  • Health Topics (CDC): A-Z list of diseases, disorders and conditions. Maintained by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  • Health Topics (MedlinePlus)Search for a disease by browsing an A-Z list, by body system, or by broad disease type. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine.

For even more resources, see the Library guide on Diseases: Finding Background and Overview Information.