Alliance for Human Research Protection
Works to advance responsible and ethical medical research practices, to ensure that the human rights, dignity and welfare of human subjects are protected, and to minimize the risks associated with such endeavors. Includes news, a history of human research, ethical standards, codes and violations, initiatives and presentations.
American Academy of Dermatology Association
The association for practice, policy and government affairs for the science of medicine and surgery related to promoting a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails.
American College of Nurse-Midwives
Works to promote the health and well-being of women and infants within their families and communities through the development and support of the profession of midwifery as practiced by certified nurse-midwives, and certified midwives. Includes chapters, history, awards, educational opportunities and job openings.
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Works to further the profession's role in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of movement dysfunctions and the enhancement of the physical health and functional abilities of members of the public. Includes advocacy, services, calendar, career center, membership information, research and publications.
American Psychological Association
Works to advance psychology as a science and profession and as a means of promoting health, education, and human welfare. Includes publications, news, membership information, career opportunities and continuing education information.
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Organization for public and environmental health concerns. Includes overview, resources, links and upcoming events.
National Association of Medical Communicators (NAM
Unites and supports medical journalists and communicators.
National Association of Rural Health Clinics
Focused on improving the delivery of quality, cost-effective health care in rural under-served areas through the Rural Health Clinics Program. Site includes legislative and regulatory information about this program.
The American Medical Women's Association (AMW
Dedicated to serving as the voice for women's health and the advancement of women in medicine. Includes health topics, advocacy, meetings, education initiatives, membership information, publications and a newsletter.
U.S.-Mexico Border Health Association
Promotes public and individual health along the United States-Mexico border through reciprocal technical cooperation.
Visiting Nurse Associations of America
Established in 1983 as the official, national association of freestanding, not-for-profit, community based visiting nurse agencies (VNAs). Includes member area, national search, convention details and educational materials.