Resources We Rely On
Our health content is informed by leading global health authorities, research institutions, medical associations, and patient education organizations. Explore the trusted external resources that support the accuracy of Doctiplus content.
Global Health Authorities
Leading international and national bodies that set health guidance worldwide
World Health Organization
The United Nations agency responsible for international public health, disease surveillance, and global health guidance across 194 member states.
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The leading US national public health agency, providing guidance on disease prevention, outbreak response, and population health data.
Visit cdc.govNational Institutes of Health
The primary US agency for medical research, funding studies across every major disease area and publishing clinical research findings.
Visit nih.govMedical Research & Journals
Peer reviewed research and clinical evidence behind modern medicine
PubMed
A free search engine from the National Library of Medicine covering millions of citations from biomedical and life sciences literature.
Visit pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govCochrane Library
A collection of systematic reviews and evidence based health information used to guide treatment decisions worldwide.
Visit cochranelibrary.comJAMA Network
A collection of peer reviewed medical journals publishing original research, reviews, and clinical guidance across specialties.
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Trusted, plain language health information for everyday readers
Mayo Clinic
A nonprofit academic medical center offering detailed, physician reviewed guides on symptoms, conditions, and treatments.
Visit mayoclinic.orgMedlinePlus
A consumer health information service from the National Library of Medicine, covering thousands of diseases and wellness topics.
Visit medlineplus.govCleveland Clinic
An academic medical center providing accessible health articles reviewed by practicing physicians and specialists.
Visit my.clevelandclinic.orgSpecialty Medical Associations
Professional bodies setting clinical standards within specific fields of medicine
American Heart Association
The leading nonprofit organization dedicated to cardiovascular health research, education, and prevention guidelines.
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A nationwide organization providing cancer research funding, patient support programs, and screening guidelines.
Visit cancer.orgAmerican Diabetes Association
An organization focused on diabetes research, education, and advocacy, publishing widely used clinical care standards.
Visit diabetes.orgGovernment Health Agencies
Regulatory bodies overseeing drug safety, public health policy, and national care systems
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The regulatory agency responsible for approving medications, medical devices, and monitoring drug safety in the United States.
Visit fda.govU.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The federal department overseeing public health programs, healthcare policy, and health related regulations in the US.
Visit hhs.govNational Health Service (UK)
The publicly funded healthcare system of the United Kingdom, offering extensive patient guides and condition information.
Visit nhs.ukMental Health Resources
Trusted organizations supporting mental health research, treatment, and awareness
National Institute of Mental Health
The lead US federal agency for research on mental disorders, publishing statistics, treatment information, and clinical trial data.
Visit nimh.nih.govSAMHSA
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, providing treatment locators and crisis support resources.
Visit samhsa.govAmerican Psychological Association
The main professional organization for psychologists in the US, publishing research and public facing mental health guidance.
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