When searching for information on your topic on databases, try the following keywords/search terms:
You can narrow your search based on your research needs. For example, you can search:
These are just SOME examples. Combine different terms, based on your needs for research, to get the best information for your project.
The following are reliable websites with accurate information. However, DATABASE resources MUST be used as well for this project.
CDC: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: The CDC website run by the United States government. This links directly to their list of health topics with a search bar.
Journal of Infectious Diseases: Published continuously since 1904, The Journal of Infectious Diseases (JID) is the premier global journal for original research on infectious diseases. JID is an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America.
Journal of Medical Microbiology: Published by the Microbiology Society, this provides comprehensive coverage of medical, dental and veterinary microbiology and infectious diseases. The search button at the top right should be used to search for your topic. Many of the articles published are open access.
NFID: National Foundation for Infectious Diseases: This non-profit organization is dedicated to educating the public and healthcare professionals about the burden, causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious.
NIH: National Institutes of Health: The NIH website run the the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. This links directly to a search for health topics.
WHO: World Health Organization: The WHO website that links to their health topics site with a search bar.
Log in using the ID: pl2901
