Health & Wellness Databases

A nonprofit service that provides free, trustworthy, easy-to-follow information for parents and caregivers of children and young adults with disabilities. This information includes interactive how-to guides, a searchable resource directory, and a personal support helpline.

Available in-library and from home.

MedlinePlus is a service of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world's largest medical library, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Its mission is to present high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted, easy to understand, and free of advertising, in both English and Spanish. Anywhere, anytime, on any device, for free.

First published in 1899 as a small reference book for physicians and pharmacists, the Manual grew in size and scope to become one of the most widely used comprehensive medical resources for professionals and consumers.

Available in-library only.

For more than 60 years, the Merck Veterinary Manual has provided veterinarians and other animal health professionals with concise and authoritative information on diseases and management of food-producing, companion, laboratory, and exotic animals.

Available in-library only.

Teen Health and Wellness provides middle and high school students with nonjudgmental, straightforward, standards-aligned, curricular and self-help support. Topics include diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, mental health, suicide, bullying, green living, financial literacy, and more.

Available in-library and from home with a library card number.