For more information on neurology topics, check out these fantastic Web sites.

Neurology Patient Pages: Written especially for patients and their families, the "Patient Pages" of the AAN's journal Neurology summarize groundbreaking neurological research.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS): The official Web site of NINDS is a clearinghouse for information on neurological disorders. You can find explanations of diseases, clinical trials, links to patient organizations, and more.

MedlinePlus: MedlinePlus is a goldmine of authoritative, up-to-date information (in English and Spanish) from the National Library of Medicine. The site contains a medical encyclopedia and dictionary; tutorials on common conditions, tests, and treatments; drug information; health news; and links to clinical trials.

ClinicalTrials.gov: This site is a registry of federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the United States and around the world. It lists more than 25,000 open trials testing drugs, surgeries, and vaccines, and gives you information about a trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details.

PatientsLikeMe: PatientsLikeMe isn't solely dedicated to neurology, but you can find stories from many people with neurological conditions. Patients can chart their symptoms over time, rate their drugs and treatments, and track their progress against other patients.

The Health Care Blog: The HealthCareBlog isn't dedicated to neurology either, but it has earned a reputation as one of the most independent voices on the health care system in America. If you're interested in policy, this is where to go.

Brain and Life: Don't forget us. The site contains an archive of every issue from its inception and allows you to search for articles by condition.