- British Medical Journal
The aims of the electronic version of the BMJ are to publish rigorous accessible information that will help doctors improve their practice and will influence the international debate on health.
www.bmj.com
- British Heart Foundation (BHF)
U.K. charity fighting heart and circulatory disease, and funding research, education, and life-saving equipment. Contains extensive medical information and details of research and fundraising.
www.bhf.org.uk
- Diabetes UK
Formerly the British Diabetic Association, the organization works for people with diabetes, funding research, campaigning, and helping people live with the condition.
www.diabetes.org.uk
- Patient UK
Aims to help non-medical people find information about health issues.
www.patient.co.uk
- Frank
Upfront advice and information for young people about drugs. Includes an A-Z of drugs, confidential helpline, and reports.
www.talktofrank.com
- Drinkaware Trust
Provides information about the effects of alcohol on lives and lifestyles. Includes public education programs and grants information.
www.drinkaware.co.uk
- World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day is on the 1st of December, and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS.
www.worldaidsday.org
- GamCare
Concern about the social impact of gambling in the U.K.
www.gamcare.org.uk
- Asthma UK
Nonprofit U.K. organization working to conquer asthma through a combination of research, education, and support to those affected by asthma. Site features general information, trigger tips, latest research news, discussion forum, adviceline, as well as online resources for patients and professionals.
www.asthma.org.uk
- Mental Health Foundation
U.K. charity helping to improve the lives of everyone with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
www.mentalhealth.org.uk
- General Medical Council
Licenses doctors to practice medicine in the U.K.
www.gmc-uk.org
- Medicine Chest
Online medical encyclopedia providing information on a wide variety of conditions and a guide to healthier living.
www.medicinechest.co.uk
- British Medical Association
Advice and information for doctors on pensions, pay, ethics, science, fees and more.
www.bma.org.uk
- Marie Curie Cancer Care (1)
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- CancerHelp UK
Information service about cancer and cancer care.
www.cancerhelp.org.uk
- NetDoctor
Provides resources and information on diseases and conditions, health services, pregnancy and childbirth, and more.
www.netdoctor.co.uk
- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Members include individuals with a professional involvement in occupational safety and health.
www.iosh.co.uk
- British Nutrition Foundation
Provides nutrition information for teachers, health professionals, scientists, and others.
www.nutrition.org.uk
- Family Planning Association, The
Organization aims to improve sexual health, reproductive rights, and choices of people in the U.K. Also offers advice on contraceptives, STI, and pregnancy.
www.fpa.org.uk
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