National Channels

The web has become a necessary resource in dealing with most health related issues today.  By going online, you can discover a wealth of information to help you make better decisions about medical decisions that affect you and your family.

But where to go?  What sites are credible and are worth your time and attention?

A good place to start is EverydayHealth.com - the #1 site on the net, in terms of traffic.  It links together 24 separate health sites, focusing on a variety of specialty areas, including pregnancy.  You can search the site for medical information about specific conditions.  You can also create a personalized homepage with health news and advice tailored to your interests.  It also has community groups that you can join and link up with others interested in the same issues.

HealthCentral.com is also good.  It is a network of sites that cover a range of health care/medical issues, such as diabetes.  You can sign up on the site for a wide range of  news alerts and updates.  The site also provides videos with experts discussing health and medical matters.

Finally, don't forget to check out WebMD.com.  WebMD.com is one of the "oldest" health sites on the net - they've been at it a long time and they do a great job.   They have new interactive diet and nutrition center, which includes a food and fitness planner.  Their health-and-weight calculator is also pretty impressive.