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The Visible Human Project
One of the many excellent educational resources from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the Visible Human Project is an extensive collection of transverse CT, MRI, and cryosection images of human cadavers.
The Virtual Body
Interactive presentations on various body systems, including animations, narrations, and quizzes. Requires the Shockwave plugin - but definitely worth it!
Digital Anatomist Interactive Atlases
This page lists some of the interactive atlases that have been created as part of the University of Washington's Digital Anatomist Project.
Journals in Anatomy & Physiology
An extensive list of academic journals in Anatomy & Physiology with links to each specific journal's website.
Body Planes and Sections
A concise, illustrated guide to the three major planes of space (sagittal, frontal, and transverse) relative to humans in the anatomical position.
Skeletal Muscles of the Body
An index website containing details about each muscle's origin, insertion, action, blood supply, and innervation.
Quia! Study Exercises - Medical
Tons of great study activities (flashcards, matching, etc.) for a wider variety of A&P-related topics. Most of these activities require a Java-enabled browser.
Virtual Hospital
Designed to provide "convenient access to authoritative information," the Virtual Hospital is home to no less than 350 books and booklets on countless medical topics and most areas feature high-quality illustrations and videoclips. Start at the Tour page to get a glimpse of the incredible resources this site has to offer.
The Internet Pathology Laboratory for Medical Education
An excellent resource for A&P students, the Internet Pathology Laboratory features general pathology illustrations, case-based problems, examinations, tutorials, and histopathology.
Medscape
An essential reference tool for health-related research on the Internet, this site contains scores of articles, links, and also offers free access to Medline.
Mayo Clinic Health Oasis
The online home of the Mayo Clinic provides articles and information on cancer, Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, and a number of other topics.
New England Journal of Medicine
The New England Journal of Medicine's online edition features the latest articles on advances made in the world of medicine.
NIDDK Health Information
Fact sheets, brochures, and resources from the National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive, and Kidney diseases.
MedicineNet
A good source of current issues in health and a source of ideas for research topics.
Reuters Health Information Services
Reuters, the international news organization, has gathered health related information from a variety of sources. Excellent resource.
Yahoo! Anatomy Links
A great place to being your search for A&P-related resources.
Yahoo! Physiology Links
Another great place to begin your search for A&P-related resources.
Yahoo! Health Links
Apply your A&P knowledge by checking out any of the numerous health-related sites available on the web.
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