Need reliable health information? Here is a list of trustworthy health resources. In our stacks, you can find Medical and Health information from 610 to 619. Books on addiction and mental health can also be found in the 362’s.
Regina Public Library also subscribes to the following online resources that you can access with your library card number and PIN:
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Gale Health and Wellness - Up-to-date health information from trustworthy sources.
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CPS Full Access - Canada’s most trusted source for drug and therapeutic information.
Finding reliable health information online
You can find a lot of health information online, but it is important to be sure the information you are accessing is reliable and from credible sources. Websites created by well-known organizations or educational institutions are likely to have the most current, accurate and trustworthy information. For example:
- hospitals
- universities
- government agencies
- national organizations
Websites you can trust for health information in Saskatchewan
- Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) supplies safe, high-quality health care to the public. In particular, the HealthLine webpage is a good resource to explore health information and search for a particular topic. Search results will supply credible information that can be used to make informed decisions about your health.
- 211 Saskatchewan offers a database of more than six thousand community, social, non-clinical health, and government services across the province.
Other trusted sources
- Saskatchewan Ministry of Health
- Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
- Health Canada
- Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professional
- Caring for Kids
- Canadian Mental Health Association
For academic peer-reviewed information try these
Signs a website is dependable
- It's clear who owns or hosts the information and the website. Contact information is easy to find.
- Contributing authors or editors are qualified, licensed professionals. You can easily find their names, education, and experience.
- Information is current and based on evidence reported by many scientists and doctors, not just one opinion.
- The site has a privacy policy that explains how it uses your personal information.
- The site has a disclaimer.
- The site clearly labels what is authoritative health information and what is paid advertising or other paid content.
Signs a website may not be dependable
- It mentions “miracle cures” or tries to profit by selling health-related products.
- It relies on personal testimonies to support claims.
- It has advertisements included in the body of the articles.
- It asks you to pay to create an account or to see their information.
- It doesn't provide clear author information, the date the website was created or updated, or any contact details.
- It contains broken links or has not been updated in a long time.
- It's made up of only forums or discussion groups.
Always be sure to discuss any advice or information you find online with your healthcare provider before acting on it.
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