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Biol 1A -- Introductory Biology

Biology of Disease Paper (Summer 2020, Dr. Van Laar)

Background/Overview Resources (to become familiar with your general topic)

Human

Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy for medical professionals

Health Information National Institutes of Health
   Connects to information from their 27 institutes and centers.
   • Use the Search NIH Health Topics search box to search for a specific disease or condition.

MedlinePlus: Health Topics National Library of Medicine
Covers symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention for over 1000 diseases, illnesses, health conditions & wellness issues.
MedlinePlus health topics are regularly reviewed.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
   • Diseases & Conditions


Animal

Merck Veterinary Manual

CABI Invasive Species Compendium
"Detailed coverage of invasive species threatening livelihoods and the environment worldwide"

Technical Disease Cards OIE World Organisation for Animal health
 

Plant

Westcott's Plant Disease Handbook 7th edition, 2008

UC IPM Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program

CABI Plantwise Knowledge Bank
"The gateway to practical plant health information."

CABI Invasive Species Compendium
"Detailed coverage of invasive species threatening livelihoods and the environment worldwide"