General Health and Medical Resource Links

These sites are a sampling of health-related web sites. These sites/links are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice; they are not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you have regarding a medical condition.

The linked sites are not under the control of PTISD and the district is not responsible for the contents of any linked site or any link contained in a linked site. These links are provided these only as a convenience, and the inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by PTISD of the site.

• American Academy of Pediatrics - informational site related to children and their health.
• Center for Disease Control - this site is an extensive informational site from the Atlanta's Center for Disease Control. It includes information on health topics, health data and statistics, and much more.
• Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention - USDHHS national clearinghouse of child abuse and neglect information to protect children & strengthen families
• Children's Physician Network - information for kids, teens and parents from the Children's Physician Network, the most complete pediatric care system in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• HealthInSchools - health info for kids and teens from the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools.
• KidsHealth - from the medical experts of the Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, KidsHealth provides families with accurate up-to date, and jargon-free health information they can use. KidsHealth has separate areas for kids, teens, and parents.
• MayoClinic.com - a site owned by the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. This site gives you access to a wealth of health information from the respected Mayo Clinic.
• Gregg County Department of Health- resources for local assistance.
• Texas Department of Health - a wonderful sight with general to specific health information and links. At this sight you will be able to find information specific to Texas health.
• Office of the U.S. Department of Health
• U.S. Department of Health, Substance Abuse - resources for substance abuse and mental health problems.
• Good Shepherd Hospital, Longview, TX - resources for local service.
• Regional Hospital, Longview, TX- resources for local service.

Adolescent Resources

• KidsHealth

Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs

• Tobacco and Drugs Monitoring the Future
• Center for Disease Control
• The Quit Net
• KidsHealth - this site has three sections: teens, parents, and kids. You will find age appropriate information on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs within these sections.
• SAMHSA's Family Guide - a family guide to keeping youth mentally healthy and drug free. Sponsored by SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Also addresses the danger of abusing over-the-counter drugs.

Allergies

• American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• School Guidelines for Managing Students with Food Allergies
• Food Allergy Network

Asthma

• American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• American Lung Association
• Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America
• Center for Disease Control - Asthma

Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

• Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD):
• National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
• Center for Disease Control - Attention Deficit Disorder
• West Metro Learning Connections, Inc. - includes information on Tourette Syndrome
• Attention Deficit Disorder Resources - a national non-profit organization that helps people with ADD or ADHD achieve their full potential through education, support and networking opportunities.

Cancer

• American Cancer Society
• University of Pennsylvania

Depression and other Mental Health Conditions

• Mental Health Net (MHN) - a comprehensive site with easy-to-use, friendly resources in which to access most mental health topics on the Internet.
• National Institute of Mental Health - information on specific mental health disorders, diagnosis and treatment, research, activities, publications, videos, and other resources.
• The National Directory of Family-Run & Youth-Guided Organizations for Children's Mental Health

Diabetes

• American Diabetes Association
• Center for Disease Control - Diabetes
• International Diabetes Center
• Juvenile Diabetes Foundation

Eating Disorders

• The American Anorexia/Bulimia Association, Inc.
• KidsHealth - this site has loads of information on eating, fitness, excercise and eating disorders. You are able to explore in a teens, kids or parent section.

Epilepsy

• Epilepsy Foundation

Sleep

• National Sleep Foundation