Other Medical Conditions

Older adults are susceptible to a wide variety of medical conditions in addition to the major ones we discuss elsewhere in this website. Here are more helpful Internet resources for family caregivers. Simply click on the link for the website you would like to visit.

MedlinePlus — This wide ranging resource is filled with continually updated, high quality health care information. A service the Library of Medicine at the U.S. National Institutes of Health, it is extensive, well-written, easy to understand, and easy to navigate. It covers virtually all diseases and medical conditions. It also provides comprehensive information about prescription drugs, a medical dictionary and encyclopedia, and directories with the locations and credentials of doctors, dentists and hospitals.

MyParkinsons.org — a resource for anyone who is caring for someone with Parkinson's disease — caregiver information, online resources, and a full featured discussion forum.