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Start with primary, public-interest sources.

This library prioritizes recognized health agencies, research databases, medicine regulators, support services, and policy institutions. Use it as a starting point, then check dates, jurisdiction, and study limitations.

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Where to look first

Curated directory · Updated September 15, 2026 · External links open in a new tab

How to use this page: Choose the source type that matches your question. A source's authority does not remove the need to check its date, scope, methods, and local relevance.

Public-health and research agencies

World Health OrganizationGlobal health guidance, reports, and technical resources.WHO → United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeInternational data, policy research, and technical publications.UNODC → Centers for Disease Control and PreventionPublic-health data, prevention information, and emergency guidance.CDC → National Institute on Drug AbuseResearch reports and neuroscience information.NIDA →

Medicine and evidence databases

U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationApproved-medicine labels, safety communications, and regulatory information.FDA → PubMedSearch biomedical literature and review study abstracts.PubMed → European Medicines AgencyEuropean medicine information and regulatory resources.EMA → European Union Drugs AgencyEuropean drug situation, policy, and public-health reports.EUDA →

Support and emergency resources

Poison ControlUnited States poisoning information and emergency guidance.Poison Control → SAMHSAUnited States helpline, treatment locator, and behavioral-health resources.SAMHSA → NHSUnited Kingdom health information and service guidance.NHS → Find a HelplineInternational directory for crisis and support services.Directory →

How to evaluate a source

  1. Identify who published it and whether the organization has relevant expertise.
  2. Check the publication or review date and whether the page has been updated.
  3. Look for methods, references, limitations, and a clear distinction between evidence and opinion.
  4. Confirm whether the information applies to your country, region, age group, and health context.
  5. For personal decisions, bring the source to a qualified clinician, pharmacist, lawyer, or public authority.

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Corrections and missing sources

If a source is outdated, inaccessible, or missing important context, send the page URL, the specific statement, and a stronger source through the corrections channel. Material changes are reviewed and dated.

Related topics

  • Evidence and claims
  • Pharmacology
  • Health and safety
  • Law and policy