AARP Launches Four Online Health Tools
 

AARP Launches Four Online Health Tools To Empower Consumers To Make Informed Choices In Care

26 Aug 2008
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/119180.php

AARP announced that it has added four new health tools to its Web site, to help consumers get trusted, reliable online health information. These tools will enable people to do everything from choose an excellent doctor or hospital, to better understand and evaluate their own health symptoms, conditions and medicines.

"Online tools like these truly empower those who may be seeking health information for themselves and family caregivers to more easily navigate today's health care options," said Nataki Clarke, AARP Director of Online Marketing. "Consumers can take advantage of these resources in order to maintain their independence as they age and live the most vibrant lives possible."

The tools, which can be found on http://www.aarp.org/health, include the following:

- Symptom Search provided by Healthline Networks
- Health Illustrated Encyclopedia provided by A.D.A.M. (NASDAQ: ADAM)
- Doctor and Hospital Finder provided by HealthGrades
- Drug Database & Interaction Checker provided by Gold Standard

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