Consumer Links

Addiction Group

Addiction Group is an informational web guide that was founded in 2019. Our website was created to help those struggling with alcohol use disorders (AUD), substance use disorders (SUD), and/or co-occurring mental health disorders find treatment for their addiction. All content published on Addiction Group is written by our team of journalists, researchers, doctors, and medical professionals. Every piece of content written on this site is fact-based and original.

Assisted Living Research Institute

Based on a combination of feedback from families, our team of medical professionals created a comprehensive guide for people living with disabilities to learn more about assisted living options. This guide breaks down the care options that are available, financial support to help pay the care needed, and resources that are available from each state.

Caring 4 Our Kids

We are a  group of parents who have children on the Autism Spectrum or who suffer from inflammatory diseases such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Fibromyalgia. Recent studies suggest a link between these conditions. We each know how overwhelming it can be when your child is first diagnosed. As well, we understand the daily struggle as well as the joys of raising these very special children. We have come together to curate and create resources that have been helpful to us in the hopes that these will help other parents struggling to care for and to help their children thrive.

The California Wellness Foundation

An independent, private grantmaker, funded in 1992 by a substantial endowment from Health Net, one of California’s largest health maintenance organizations. The Foundation’s mission is to improve the health of the people of California.

Cerebral Palsy Group

Cerebral Palsy Group is an online resource for anyone who has been affected by cerebral palsy, brain injuries, or birth injuries. Cerebral Palsy Group is a national organization that was created so that it may serve the individuals and families who have been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. We are here to provide information and support so that we may help provide resouces and education to those affected by CP.

Clinical Trials Database for Patients

The U.S. National Institutes of Health, through its National Library of Medicine, has developed ClinicalTrials.gov to provide patients, family members and members of the public current information about clinical research studies. Before searching, you may want to learn more about clinical trials and more about this Web site. Check often for regular updates to ClinicalTrials.gov.

DrugNews is dedicated to patient education and safety by informing medical consumers of the dangers of various pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices.

Drugwatch

Drugwatch.com reports on the latest information regarding dangerous drugs and defective medical devices. We give you the information you need, when you need it. Our Patient Advocates can answer your medical questions and point you to a specialist. They can also assess your situation and help you find an attorney.

Healthfinder

The Department of Health and Human Services’ resource for other health-related websites, offering links to mainly government, nonprofit and other “official sources.”

HealthGrades

This site offers report cards on physicians, hospitals and health plans.

HomeHealthCareAgencies.com

HomeHealthCareAgencies.com was created to give consumers a resource where they can research medicare certified home care agencies, private duty home care companies and hospice care services in their area, as well as learn about various state regulations and other home health care information. We have carefully compiled our home heath care directory, to list home care companies by city and state. You can search for all agencies within your given area, then conduct research to identify the best possible home care companies for your needs.

The Kaiser Family Foundation

The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation is a grantmaker, resource center, policy institute, and developer and supplier of analysis and information to policymakers, journalistic communities and the public.

The Mayo Clinic’s Health Oasis

Edited by a board of physicians and writers, this website provides health education to patients and the general public and presents up-to-date information on a variety of medical topics.

Medi-Cal

The Medi-Cal web site is designed to provide a forum for public viewing and downloading of Medi-Cal program information and publications. Includes information on eligibility, HIPAA updates, physician rates, mental health programs and more.

Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center

Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center helps guide seniors through all of the available Medicare plan options and provides a list of helpful community organizations across California that can further support seniors with choosing a plan that meets their financial and medical needs.

MedicineNet

MedicineNet is a network of physician educators dedicated to providing up-to-date, quality medical information for the public.

Medscape

The leading interactive, multi-specialty, commercial web service for clinicians and consumers. Literally thousands of articles that can be easily downloaded. Also has a direct link to Medline.

Offering up-to-date information on mesothelioma research and treatments for patients and family members. We help connect those suffering from mesothelioma with the best specialists and resources available.

National Health Law Program, Inc.

A national public interest law firm that seeks to improve health care for America’s working and unemployed poor, minorities, the elderly and people with disabilities.

NewMouth

NewMouth was created with the goal of educating the public on proper oral care techniques, common oral conditions & how to find the best treatment possible. The in-house team at NewMouth is committed to providing the highest quality content related to the dental industry.

Online Nursing Degrees

Online Nursing Degrees is a continually growing resource that gives in-depth information on numerous types of nursing degrees, including RN to MSN, FNP, DNP, WHNP, and more. This information includes a description of each degree’s typical curriculum, career and salary outlooks, and what to look for when applying to an online nursing program. There are also featured articles, such as a recently published piece regarding men in nursing, which details the under-representation of men in the field, reasons why, and how to improve gender diversity.

This online drug index allows visitors to look up a drug by either generic or brand-name, find out about side effects, read clinical studies, and other warnings.

SeniorAdvice

SeniorAdvice.com has built one of the largest directories of senior care providers anywhere on the Internet and have taken the time to contact and survey tens of thousands of facilities in order to provide you with the best senior care research experience anywhere. Our free resources provide comprehensive information on topics like financial support and assisted living options.

Treat Mesothelioma

Helping Mesothelioma Patients Worldwide – The Mesothelioma Treatment Community is dedicated to assisting those suffering from mesothelioma cancer by providing information on their diagnosis, life expectancy, and treatment options. We exist to guide mesothelioma patients and all whom are suffering from asbestos related cancers toward answers, care options, and free health solutions that will improve their lives and everyone around them.

Vision Center

Vision Center is an informational web guide created for those seeking LASIK eye surgery and other cosmetic vision correction options. All content published on Vision Center is researched, written, and edited by licensed optometrists, experienced journalists, and other medical writers in the industry.

WebMD

This online drug index allows visitors to look up a drug by either generic or brand-name, find out about side effects, read clinical studies, and other warnings.