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Webrary Links
600-699 - Applied Sciences
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Inventions, Patents
- National Inventors Hall of Fame
- An alphabetical index of inventions and inventors, and a chronological (by the date of induction) index of inventors. Short biographies of the inventors include a brief description of their invention. (www.invent.org/hall_of_fame/1_0_0_hall_of_fame.asp)
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Health and Medicine
- Hospitals
- See lists of hospital rankings, or search for any hospital in the U.S. to get contact information, types of treatment
available, special services, and a link to its Website. This site is a cooperative effort of the American Hospital Association and U.S. News & World Report. (www.usnews.com/usnews/health/hospitals/hosp_home.htm)
- Hospital Compare
- The U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services provides this site for comparing a specific hospital with national averages in care for patients' with these conditions: heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia. Search for hospitals by name or location. (www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov)
- DoctorFinder
- Try the DoctorFinder service from AMA Health Insight, which gives basic information about more than 800,000 physicians (even those who are not AMA members). (www.ama-assn.org/aps/amahg.htm)
- The Official ABMS Directory of Board Certified Medical Specialists
- Looking for a board-certified physician? The American Board of Medical
Specialties provides this database of information on thousands of U.S.
doctors who are certified in one of 24 special practices, including Family
Practice. (www.abmsdirectory.com)
- Deciphering MedSpeak
- The Medical Library Association (MLA) sponsors this site to help translate the special language of health professionals. Find out what medical words, parts of words, or phrases like "beta blockers" mean. (www.mlanet.org/resources/medspeak/medspeaka_d.html)
- CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
- Select Search Clinical Trials
to view thousands of ongoing clinical trial programs at
hospitals and medical research facilities throughout the U.S. Then choose
an illness category to find a state-by-state listing of clinical trials for
that category with a description of each program and contact information. (www.centerwatch.com)
- Atlas of the Body: Anatomy and Medical Illustrations
- The American Medical Association provides this online human anatomy guide,
illustrated with drawings. Be sure to scroll to the right on your screen if you don't see the images immediately. (www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/7140.html)
- MedlinePlus
- User-friendly access to every type of medical information, including Mental Health, from the National Library of Medicine. View links to self-help groups and hospital directories, as well as the latest medical
journal information indexed in PubMed's MEDLINE. Try one of the tutorials with animated graphics for diseases/conditions, tests/diagnostics, surgery/treatment, or wellness/prevention. Need information about a surgical procedure? Watch a one-hour video of the surgery! (also in Spanish) (www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/)
- HealthFinder
- Free and reliable health information from the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services. Search any health topic and get a list of useful links to pertinent information. (also in Spanish) (www.healthfinder.gov)
- Merck (Health Publications)
- Merck, the publisher of several well-known basic medical reference sources, now has online versions for many of their books. Consult the detailed tables of contents for each, or search by keyword. (www.merck.com/pubs/)
- MayoClinic.com
- The latest medical information from the respected Mayo Clinic. (www.mayoclinic.com)
- Dental Health
- Medline Plus now provides this site with links to everything you need to know about the care of your teeth, gums, and mouth. (also in Spanish) (www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/dentalhealth.html)
- MyPlate.gov
- This site from the U.S, Dept. of Agriculture explains the revised food pyramid (now called "plate") of recommended selections from the various food groups. View a nutritious daily diet for men, women, and children by age and amount of regular physical activity. Enter your own characteristics and view the personalized plan just for you! (also in Spanish) (www.mypyramid.gov)
- USDA Nutrient Database
- Not pretty, but very useful: enter your food item (i.e., soy sauce) and get a detailed nutritional breakdown. (www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/Data/SR12/sr12.html)
- RxList
- Information on over 5,000 prescription and non-prescription drugs. Check here for side effects, drug interactions, and more. (www.rxlist.com)
- Household Products Database
- Poisonous chemicals could be in any of the over 5,000 brand name household products under your sink or in your garage! This site can help you learn about any health concerns connected to a product, the product's toxic chemical ingredients, safe handling and disposal procedures, and the manufacturer's name and toll-free number. Reliable information from the National Library of Medicine. (hpd.nlm.nih.gov)
- Lab Tests Online
- This online database of medical laboratory tests can be searched by test
name, disease/condition linked to a test, and screening factors by age
category or pregnancy. Test descriptions tell why and when a a test is
indicated and what samples might be required. Click on one of fourteen flags at the top of the homepage to view in another language. (www.labtestsonline.org)
- Guide to Diagnostic Tests
- Anxious about a medical test? Read here about why a particular test is performed, how to prepare for it, a description of the procedure, possible risks involved, and the timeframe for results. (www.health.harvard.edu/diagnostic-tests/)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Everything you need to know about diseases in any country of the world, health information for international travelers, and the latest updates on current disease outbreaks. (also in Spanish) (www.cdc.gov/)
- Web of Addictions
- Information about alcohol, nicotine, drugs, and general substance abuse with contact information for help organizations and resources related to addictions. (www.well.com/user/woa/)
- National Allergy Bureau
- The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology provides this site where you can click on a map of the U.S. to see a pollen/mold spore count report from one of many official reporting stations. Melrose Park, IL, is the nearest to the Chicago area. (also in Spanish) (www.aaaai.org/nab/pollen.stm)
- OncoLink
- The University of Pennsylvania Cancer Resource provides information on cancer causes, screening and prevention, plus the latest clinical trials. This site extends a helping hand with forums devoted to patient financial issues and psychosocial support. (also in Spanish) (oncolink.upenn.edu/)
- Mental Health Resources on the Internet
- See our Library's list of links to quality online information on mental
health issues. (www.webrary.org/ref/weblinks1.html#150)
- ADA.org
- The American Dental Association provides an ADA Member Directory, state and local information on dental societies, and tips on finding a dentist. (www.ada.org)
- YourSurgery.com
- An online guide to many common surgical procedures. See an illustrated
description of the surgery, with information on patient preparation,
recovery, and possible complications. (www.yoursurgery.com)
- KidsHealth
- Look up information on all aspects of children's health at this award-winning site created by the Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media. All content is reviewed by physicians and other health professionals. Separate areas for parents (also in Spanish), for teens (also in Spanish), and for kids (also in Spanish) present the information appropriate to each group. (kidshealth.org)
- My Pregnancy Week-by-Week
- Here is your chance to connect with others anxiously awaiting a new arrival. Create your own monthly calendar and learn how to keep healthy during your pregnancy. (http://www.ivillage.com/my-pregnancy-week-by-week)
- CHADD - Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder
- Home page of the parent-based organization aimed at improving the lives of people with attention deficit disorders (ADD). Covers different aspects of dealing with children with ADD - treatments, education, legal rights and services. (also in Spanish) (www.chadd.org)
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Engineering
- Autobytel
- Search for a new or used car to suit your driving "lifestyle," along with many other criteria, using the interactive Autobytel Vehicle Selector. Find nearby dealers carrying the car you select and view their prices. You can also check the Autobytel Green Cars to learn about cars that help minimize your impact on the environment! (www.autotropolis.com)
- cars.com
- See illustrated reviews of new car models, compare prices and specs for up
to four new models at once, search for used cars, learn about financing and
insuring a car model, or check out the care and repair of your car - all at
this one-stop site for car sales. (www.cars.com)
- Kelley Blue Book
- See Blue Book new and used car prices, plus links to Internet sites for buyers and sellers of new or used vehicles. (www.kbb.com/)
- Edmunds.com
- A wealth of information on new and used cars and trucks: prices, loan rates, leasing information, auto reviews, consumer advice on buying and selling a car, and safety information. (www.edmunds.com)
- N.A.D.A. Appraisal Guides
- Current National Automobile Dealers Association values for used vehicles - not just for cars and trucks, but boats, motorcycles,
snowmobiles, RVs, motor homes, trailers, campers, and classic cars! Start by selecting the type of vehicle, then the name of the manufacturer. After the year, model, and options are entered, the current value is calculated. Also, try the Compare Cars feature to compare up to four new or used vehicles simultaneously! (www.nadaguides.com)
- Vehicle Emissions Testing
- Locate the nearest Illinois emissions testing station, review the steps
involved in the testing procedure, and find out what to do if your vehicle
fails the test. (www.epa.state.il.us/air/vim/locations.html)
- www.fueleconomy.gov
- The online version of the federal government's Fuel Economy Guide provides the latest mileage rates for vehicles, from 1985 to current models. Make side-by-side comparisons between two makes/models.
Check the links to Gas Prices for Cities in Illinois to see how much you might have to pay for your next tank of gas. (www.fueleconomy.gov)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Everything you want to know about auto safety: crash tests results; a recall database searchable by year or by make of the car; the latest data on vehicle equipment such as airbags and child safety seats. Check the uniform tire grading system which covers most major brands of tires. (www.nhtsa.dot.gov)
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Gardening; Pets
- University of Illinois Extension
- Information and programs on agriculture, farming, plant and tree care, plus a list of Extension offices in Illinois. (also in Spanish) (www.extension.uiuc.edu/welcome.html)
- (Illinois) State and County Fairs
- The Illinois Dept. of Agriculture provides this site to help you locate dates and city locations for the Illinois State Fair and all Illinois county fairs, with links to some of the fairs. (www.agr.state.il.us/fair/index.html)
- GardenWeb
- Here's the place to order all those gardening catalogs you love to read! In addition, you'll find lots of useful gardening information, including an extensive list of public gardens in the U.S. by state and type. (www.gardenweb.com)
- USDA Hardiness Zone Map
- Will your plant survive in the Chicago climate? Check the online version of
the government publication showing the growing conditions in areas across
the USA. (www.usna.usda.gov/Hardzone/ushzmap.html?)
- yardcare.com
- The Toro Company provides this user-friendly site on building and
maintaining a lawn. View links on choosing grasses, lawn pests, weed
control, irrigation systems, and lawn tools. (www.yardcare.com)
- How to Maintain and Care for Your House Plants
- Look here for help in selecting and growing indoor plants. You can also view particular information on any of the 53 most common indoor plants, from cactus to Easter lilies. (www.thegardenhelper.com/houseplants.html)
- Forest and Tree Health Publications
- Take care of the trees in your yard with help from this site from the USDA Forest Service. See illustrated instructions on how to prune a tree correctly, how to spot Dutch Elm Disease, and lots more. (www.na.fs.fed.us/spfo/pubs/howto.htm)
- Chicago Botanic Garden
- Directions to the Garden, tour descriptions, plant information, and a calendar of events are just some of the links available at the Garden's own Web site. (www.chicago-botanic.org)
- Petfinder.com
- See photos and descriptions of thousands of pets available for adoption,
including dogs, cats, horses, birds, rabbits, and more. For lost pets, go to
the directory of animal shelters, enter your zip code, and get a list of the nearest shelters. (www.petfinder.org)
- Animals (Pets, Farm Animals, Wildlife)
- The U.S. Humane Society provides this site with information on care for all kind of animals, spaying/neutering issues, allergies to pets, traveling with pets, and coping with the death of a pet. (www.humanesociety.org/animals/)
- AVMA Online
- The home page of the American Veterinary Medical Association can help you with buying a pet, learning about animal safety and health, and dealing with the loss of a pet. It hosts the NetVet, a well-organized database of veterinary and medical science resources, and the Electronic Zoo, a searchable list of animal-related websites. (www.avma.org)
- Aquaria Central
- Profiles of 500 marine and freshwater fish species, including hundreds of color photos of aquarium fish, categorized by freshwater, marine, brackish, or coldwater varieties. (www.aquariacentral.com)
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Home Economics and Family Living
- eHow
- Instructions on how to do almost anything - how to tie a bowtie, how to address a wedding invitation, how to eat mangoes, how to change a flat tire. (www.ehow.com)
- ConsumerSearch
- In addition to providing their own product reviews, ConsumerSearch
synthesizes the reviews of other well-known consumer product evaluations so
you can get the most complete picture of any product's pros and cons. Find
out about hundreds of brand name items. (www.consumersearch.com)
- Publications.USA.gov
- Contains full text versions of federal consumer publications in 16 categories concerning federal programs, health, housing, employment, money, children, and more (also in Spanish). (www.pueblo.gsa.gov/)
- Recalls.gov
- See the latest recall information gathered by 6 U.S. government agencies on consumer products, motor vehicles, boats, food, medicine, cosmetics, and environmental products. (also in Spanish) (www.recalls.gov)
- Food Safety
- Maintained by Iowa State University, this Web page deals with food safety and quality: breaking news on the subject; the latest information on foodborne illnesses; food safety lessons and tips; links to food safety related resources. (www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety)
- Farmers' Markets and Local Food Marketing
- The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture provides this directory of markets listed by name in each state. Each market has contact information and a Web site address listed, if available. (www.ams.usda.gov/farmersmarkets/map.htm)
- Farm Direct
- "The Illinois Farmer-to-Consumer Directory of Locally Produced and Locally Sold Foods." Here's where to look to find the very freshest foods grown in and around Illinois. Locate a farmer's market within a specific distance from your Illinois home. (illinoisfarmdirect.org)
- RecipeSource (formerly SOAR)
- The Searchable Online Archive of Recipes currently indexes around 70,000 recipes, including those for restricted diets, kids, special occasions - even treats for your pet. Particularly useful for browsing ethnic recipes. (www.recipesource.com)
- Epicurious
- Everything for food lovers from the publishers of Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazines - cooking videos, recipes & menus, articles, cookbook reviews, and information on wine and restaurants. Check the online version of The Food Dictionary to find definitions of food and cooking terms. Conversions and Equivalents charts are also available here. (www.epicurious.com/)
- Ingredient Search
- Looking for a recipe that uses only ingredients you have on hand? Allrecipes.com provides this handy cook's search tool. (allrecipes.com/Search/Ingredients.aspx)
- The Wine Lovers' Page
- Learn all about wine with links that include a pronouncing glossary, vineyard weather, food-wine matches, and tasting notes on over 50,000 wines. (www.wine-lovers-page.com)
- FATFREE
- Subtitled, "The Low Fat Vegetarian Archive," this site provides nearly 5,000 fat free and low fat vegetarian recipes, as well as a link to the searchable
USDA Nutrient Database. (www.fatfree.com/)
- Spices 101
- McCormick & Co., Inc. sponsors this site on herbs and spices. View an illustrated description, then read about the uses, origins, and folklore of various spices and herbs. Lastly, get some great recipes to try! (www.mccormick.com/Spices101.aspx)
- Enhanced Calorie Calculator
- Use the Calculator to determine the number of fat grams and calories in a
designated serving size of many food items. Check out rice cakes - or a Big
Mac! (www.caloriescount.org/)
- American Society of Home Inspectors
- Search by ZIP code for a certified home inspector, or check ASHI standards
and practices. (www.ashi.org)
- Sewing.org
- The Home Sewing Association has put together this very useful site for anyone wanting to get started learning to sew. View dozens of illustrated guides on everything from Sewing Machine Basics to Replacing a Button. Then try the project instructions for items for babies, teens, men, women, brides, home decor, and pets! (www.sewing.org/index.html)
- FabricLink
- Everything on fabrics: garment tag care symbols, stain removal tips, burn tests for fabric identification, and more. (www.fabriclink.com)
- Illinois Parents.org
- Search for Illinois sites that provide information and support to parents of children of all ages - from the Illinois Association for Gifted Children to the La Leche League of Illinois. You can also limit your search to a particular Illinois county. (illinoisparents.org/)
- BabyCenter
- Constantly updated, this great site for new and expectant parents covers such subjects as pregnancy, baby care, nutrition, and other related topics. Try the links to the Baby Name Center, the Pregnancy and Baby Timeline, and Ask the Expert. (www.babycenter.com/)
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Business
- Goodtyping.com
- Learn to type using 27 online guided lessons illustrated with photos and diagrams. Free registration is optional. Also in Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese. (www.goodtyping.com)
- Registered Identification Number (RN) Database
- If you're trying to identify the manufacturer of an item of clothing, but the label has no name, you may be able to use this site from the Federal Trade Commission. To identify the company by the RN number which, by law, must be on the label in place of the name, you can search by RN or company name to find the last available address, phone number, and Internet address for a clothing manufacturer or distributor. (www.ftc.gov/bcp/rn/)
- Small Business Administration
- Information on starting or expanding a small business, including resources from the Office of Women's Business Ownership. (www.sbaonline.sba.gov/)
- SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business
- From the Service Core of Retired Executives, this site has links to all
kinds of free information for people starting up a small business. Find
SCORE locations near Morton Grove to get free counseling from a SCORE member. (www.score.org)
- Bplans.com
- A collection of free sample business plans to use in setting up a new
business, along with plenty of links to practical business advice - from
Palo Alto Software, Inc. (bplans.com)
- Hoover's Online
- A searchable version of the popular directory of American and foreign businesses. View company listings for name, ticker symbol, location, sales volume, key people, and latest company news. (www.hoovers.com)
- Real Time (Illinois) Corporate/LLC Information Search
- A directory of all businesses registered to operate in Illinois, provided by
the Illinois Office of the Secretary of State. Search by company name or
Limited Liability Company (LLC) number to view corporate officers, company
address, incorporation date, and more. (www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/business_services/corp.html)
- The Business Journals
- Online access to over 40 business newspapers with the latest news and information on local businesses. (www.bizjournals.com)
- PR Newswire
- Great source of business news from corporations worldwide. It's searchable by industry, company, state, stock symbol, or keyword. Check the specialized databases covering various topics such as finance, home electronics, technology, entertainment, and others. (www.prnewswire.com)
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General Manufacturing
- ThomasNet
- This is the online version of the Thomas Register, the popular multi-volume print reference source for nearly 200,000 manufacturers and industrial suppliers in North America. Search by product or service, company name, brand name, or location for detailed information, including line-item product details, CAD drawings, and more. (www.thomasnet.com/index.html)
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Specific Manufacturing
- Appliance411.com
- Whether you need help in choosing a new appliance, deciding whether or not
to replace your old one, finding a repair service, getting repair parts, or
contacting major appliance manufacturers, this site has answers! (www.appliance411.com)
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Buildings and Building Materials
- Builder
- The online version of Builder magazine has thousands of house plans and building products. Look up building materials manufacturers and get information on mortgage rates, energy sources and other housing related subjects. (www.builderonline.com/)
- Home Improvement
- This well-organized and very helpful site from Better Homes and Gardens has a lot to offer on home improvement topics: plumbing, wiring, carpentry, decks, masonry/concrete, and landscaping - many with project calculators for estimating the amounts of materials needed. (www.bhg.com/home-improvement/)
- Project How-To
- Get detailed instructions for hundreds of home improvement projects from this site sponsored by Home Depot. (www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Know_How&
langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053)
- Asbestos
- Everything you want to know about asbestos materials is here on this site from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. See how to proceed if you suspect there are asbestos materials in your home. (www.epa.gov/asbestos/)
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