Public Resources

AHRQ's PDA Web Page - "Health care resources and tools for handheld devices with interactive Web and text versions of products."

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool (Gail Model) - "An interactive tool designed by scientists at the National Cancer Institute and National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP) to estimate a woman’s risk of developing invasive breast cancer." Click on "Mobile Access" on the left for web-based and downloadable versions for the PDA.

MD on Tap - Download software for searching MEDLINE from Palm Powered or Pocket PC devices.

NCBI Bookshelf - Download and install books for Mobipocket Universal Reader.

PubMed for Handhelds - A website for searching MEDLINE® with the web browser of any mobile device.

WISER (Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders) - WISER is a system designed to assist first responders in hazardous material incidents. WISER provides a wide range of information on hazardous substances, including substance identification support, physical characteristics, human health information, and containment and suppression advice.

More on the Web

Health Sciences Resources for your PDA - Anicely arranged website from the University of Alberta, containing evaluated, high-quality product and resource links.

PDA Resource Listing (Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library, George Washington Univ.) - Provides a nice collection of links, including links to medical institutional and organizational resources.

pdaMD.com - "Comprehensive collection of software, handheld devices and accessories for mobile healthcare professionals". Lots of news, information, and products available here.

Pediatrics On Hand - Useful, current content is featured on this page including background, favorites, and product information. Compiled by David C. Stockwell, M.D.