Remember, it's important to use caution when obtaining information from the Internet. Find out if the site has a sponsor and who is responsible for the information available. Distinguish between a personal Web site and a site developed by a specific organization or company. Learn how often updates and corrections are made. This interactive site, which is frequently updated, bridges the gap between patients and healthcare workers.
Experts post answers to questions asked by the sites visitors.
It includes charts on specific drugs and listings of HIV conferences and conventions. There are also free news updates sent by e-mail available every two weeks. Listings of hotlines and organizations are organized by state. There is a discussion group which allows for posting questions and receiving answers. Growthhouse is an international source of information on serious illnesses such as HIV hospice and home care, death and bereavement, pain management and more.