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Here are some simple tips to help ensure that you access high quality information on the Internet.
  • Look for the qualifications of the people publishing the site. Are credentials listed that convey the level of experience expected? Are sources listed? 
  • Can you trust the source of the data? Is it from a reputable organization? Are they linked to government authorities, universities, and medical institutions?
  • Is the information provided up-to-date? Most responsible sites will indicate the date the site was originated and the last revision made.
  • Be aware of bias. Some sites are designed to provide information, others are businesses selling products or services. Is there a sales pitch? Be careful if the motive of the web-site is to sell a product or service.

  • A good web-site will be easy to use and to understand.
For links to health related web-sites for older adults, Click on one of the following:
Administration on Aging 
Alzheimer's Association
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
American Association of  Retired  Persons
American Cancer Society
American Diabetes Association
American Dietetic Association
American Federation for Aging Research
American Heart Association
Arthritis Foundation
Dr. Koop's Community
DuPage Senior Citizens Council
ElderWeb
Extended Care
Gray Panthers
Healthfinder
Healthweb
Illinois Department on Aging
Illinois Older Worker Information
Johns Hopkins Health Information
Lifescape (Mental Health)
Medicare (Health Care Financing Administration)
National Association Area Agencies On Aging
National Institutes of Health - National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
National Library of Medicine
National Osteoporosis Foundation
National Sleep Foundation
Northeastern Illinois - Area Agency on Aging
Resource Directory for Older People
www.aoa.dhhs.gov/aoa/resource.html
Social Security Administration
www.ssa.gov
Health Care Financing Administration
www.hcfa.gov
The Center for Social Gerontology
Web of Care