Daniel Library: Nursing: Find Websites

Recommended Websites

American Nurses Association The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the premier organization representing the interests of the nation's 4 million registered nurses. ANA is at the forefront of improving the quality of health care for all. Founded in 1896, and with members in all 50 states and U.S. territories, ANA is the strongest voice for the profession.
American Public Health Assoc. APHA champions the health of all people and all communities. We strengthen the public health profession. We speak out for public health issues and policies backed by science. We are the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public's health.
Assoc. of Community Health Nursing Educators The Association of Community Health Nursing Educators (ACHNE) provides a meeting ground for those committed to excellence in community and public health nursing education, research, and practice. ACHNE was established in 1978 and is run by elected volunteer leaders who guide the organization in providing networking through the quarterly newsletter and membership directory and providing educational opportunities through publications and the Annual Institute.
Careers in Nursing From the Bureau of Labor Statisitics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC is one of the major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services. Works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S.
healthfinder.gov healthfinder.gov has resources on a wide range of health topics selected from approximately 1,400 government and non-profit organizations to bring you the best, most reliable health information on the Internet.
Health Information (NIH) Hosted by the National Institutes of Health, this website is designed for the general population, practitioners, researchers, and educators. Information is available by health topics from A to Z or by body location or systems.
MedlinePlus MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free.
Mental Health Net An award-winning site bringing together all types of Internet resources relating to mental health (Web sites, discussion lists, newsgroups).
Merck Manual Professional Version The trusted provider of medical information since 1899. https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/resourcespages/faqs
NCSBN (NCLEX & Other Exams) NCSBN is dedicated to developing psychometrically sound and legally defensible nurse licensure and certification examinations consistent with current practice.
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NCSBN is a not-for-profit organization whose U.S. members include the nursing regulatory bodies in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and four U.S. territories.
Outbreak at Watersedge: A Public Health Discovery Game
Currently being rebuilt, but you can play the temporary game.
South Carolina Board of Nursing The mission of the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina is the protection of public health, safety and welfare by assuring safe and competent practice of nursing.
World Health Organization Founded in 1948, WHO is the United Nations agency that connects nations, partners and people to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable – so everyone, everywhere can attain the highest level of health.