This app is a one-stop source for medical information that covers diseases, syndromes, drugs, treatments, therapies, and diagnostic equipment. It keeps medical jargon to a minimum, making it easier for the layperson to use. This app presents authoritative and balanced information and is more comprehensive than single-volume family medical guides.

Almost 400 full-length articles are included in this app. Articles follow a standardized format that provides information at a glance. Rubrics include:

Diseases

• Definition
• Description
• Demographics
• Causes and symptoms
• Diagnosis
•Treatment team
•Treatment
• Recovery and rehabilitation
• Clinical trials
•Prognosis
• Special concerns
• Resources
•Key terms

Drugs

• Definition
• Purpose
• Description
• Recommended dosage
•Precautions
• Side effects
• Interactions
• Resources
•Key terms

Treatments

• Definition
• Purpose
•Precautions
• Description
•Preparation
• Aftercare
• Risks
• Normal results
• Resources
•Key terms