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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Public information area includes material about arthritis, osteoporosis, scoliosis, total joint replacement and the prevention of back pain and broken hips.

Information, research results and policy insights about access to health care and long-term care; financing care, benefits and services; Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance; managed care and consumer protection; advance directives and ethical issues; malpractice, fraud and abuse.

The Novartis Foundation for Gerontological Research. Areas of interest to physicians and researchers, other healthcare professionals, and patients. Weekly news updates from Reuter's Health Information. Patient area topics include impaired mobility and nutrition. The Ask the Expert forum is free to view, but does require registration if you wish to participate.

Health and drug information specific to seniors including online senior drugs reviews of commonly prescribed drugs for the elderly.

Forum on the process and affects of aging.

Aging information for Pennsylvania with links to long term care, educational programs, senior health sites, and other important issues.

Supports the ongoing UK Department of Trade and Industry campaign on falls prevention aimed at older people in the home.

A health and wellness site that has articles and user forums.

Information on Medicare for beneficiaries, their families and providers.

CNN and WebMD present information and health news for seniors.

Provides information, support, links and book recommendations to the elderly, their caregivers, and the bereaved.

Includes information on health conditions, medical coverage, and offers links to state resources.

National, ongoing, health promotion designed to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging and to provide inspiration to adults, ages 50 plus, to improve their physical, mental, social and financial health.

Describes the aging process, discusses myths, statistics, and problems, and suggests ways of maintaining health into old age.

Provides research-based information on a wide range of age-related diseases, conditions, issues, features, and news.

'Towards a society for all ages.' United Nations/Division for Social Policy and Development.

Information and resources on medical conditions related to aging, health insurance, Medicare, and nursing homes for the health care professional, consumer and caregiver.

Information on the enhancement of older adult wellness by changing the perceptions of aging and improving the quality of life.

A private, non-profit organization, devoted to improve the quality of life of Hispanic seniors and their communities.

Covers a range of health issues with causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for medical conditions, as well as news and features.

A not-for-profit organization that is the source for Medicare consumers and Medicare professionals

This site will assist older adults and their families in obtaining appropriate mental health and aging services, and teach them how to advocate to get their needs met.

Focuses the heath and well being of Native American elders.

Community-based resources and tools for seniors, people with disabilities, caregivers and service providers.

Articles on multiple health concerns for senior citizens, written by doctors and nurses.