POPULAR MAGAZINES are good for summarizing complicated or technical info in terms that the general public will understand. They often provide background info, summarize research findings or provide some analysis of a topic
NEWSPAPERS are good for facts, up-to-date information, and quotes from stakeholders. The opinion/editorial sections of newspapers can provide analysis of a topic from different perspectives
TRADE JOURNALS are are good for finding articles written for specific professions (police officer, veterinarian...etc.) They often analyze new trends, research, tools or techniques important to their area of work
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Search millions of articles from ProQuest's electronic collections, including a digital newspaper archive, thousands of academic journals, and popular magazines like Newsweek and Rolling Stone.
Search over 17,000 scholarly journals and other authoritative sources covering biology, chemistry, criminal justice, economics, environmental sciences, history, marketing, political sciences, and psychology. Access articles from Nature, The Economist, New York Times, and thousands of podcasts and transcripts from NPR and CNN as well as videos from BBC Worldwide Learning.
"Supports the information needs of patients and fosters an overall understanding of health-related topics. This resource provides content covering health and wellness topics from mainstream medicine to the many perspectives of complementary and holistic medicine."
Tufts Nutrition Newsletter"The goal of the Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter ... is to provide the consumer with honest, reliable, scientifically authoritative health and nutrition advice that not only can be trusted but can have a direct and often immediate effect on their health. The content of our newsletter is based substantially from the research and expertise of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy."
USDA Food and Nutrition"USDA is responsible for providing a safety net for millions of Americans who are food-insecure and for developing and promoting dietary guidance based on scientific evidence."
Mayo Clinic"Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization committed to clinical practice, education and research, providing expert, whole-person care to everyone who needs healing"
HealthFinder"A government website where you will find information and tools to help you and those you care about stay healthy."
Health Advocacy Organizations
American Heart AssociationReliable health info for the public, but be aware that it is also a non-profit soliciting donations
American Diabetes Association"We lead the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fight for those affected by diabetes. We fund research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes.
We deliver services to hundreds of communities.
We provide objective and credible information. We give voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes."
National Kidney Foundation"Fueled by passion and urgency, National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education and accelerating change."
