Health & Medicine
The path to health and wellness starts here. Browse trusted resources, navigate to find answers to your top questions and find tips and titles to create a wellness practice just for you. This featured topic guide includes additional resources from trusted websites and sources specially curated by JCPL librarians.
Featured
Call In: Mid-Morning Meditation, part of a series
Reduce stress, quiet the mind and set intentions. Call in Thursday for an at-home meditation led by The Jefferson Center for Mental Health.
Teen Health & Wellness
Use these self-help tools to answer your questions about diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, fitness, mental health and more.
Merck Manual
Information on medical topics, symptoms, drugs, procedures, news and more, written in everyday language.
Health & Medicine Resources from the Library
Academic Search Premier
Browse full-text scholarly publications covering many academic areas of study.
Access America's News
Discover full-text articles of U.S. newspapers from the local, state, regional and national levels.
BrainHQ
Improve your brain health with fun exercises and games that adapt to your unique performance. Think faster, focus better and remember more.
Cameron's Collection
Examine targeted resources and guidance for teens and young adults on mental health and wellness.
Explore More
Check out these staff-recommended resources and reads.
Additional Resources
Hand-picked by our expert librarians, explore these trusted resources to meet your needs.
Other Resources
MedlinePlus
High-quality and easy-to-understand health and wellness information from the National Library of Medicine.
The Calm Room
Feeling overwhelmed or just need to take a break? These animal cams, soundscapes and visual relaxation aids will help you rest and refocus.
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal agency offering information on diseases and conditions, vaccines and immunizations, traveler's health, and more.
Staff Picks
Browse related reads and a few of our staff-recommended picks.
Staff Lists
Positive Youth Development
Gain a greater understanding of youth development and how to support the young people in your life!
Feelings, Empathy and Kindness
Help kids strengthen their social-emotional intelligence, teach them how to recognize emotions and how to show compassion and empathy.
Caring for Caregivers
Find reputable information, thoughtful advice and support with these recommended resources in honor of National Caregivers Day.
Getting Started
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Learn How: BrainHQ
BrainHQ boosts your brain power and memory! Log on and get help with this Niche Academy tutorial.
Learn How: EBSCO Reference Center Databases
Learn how to search, browse and research with EBSCO Reference Center databases with this tutorial. Great for school or work!
