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For multiple copies and distribution or commercial use, please contact NKF for copyright permission. Copyright Information The information, text, logos, images, pictures, video or audio (collectively, the Content) included in and constituting the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Website are protected by applicable U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws, and may not be used in any form in whole or in part without prior written permission of the Foundation. Single copies of the Content of the NKF Website may be printed for personal or educational purposes without permission, and must include the original copyright notice. General Topics Health Issues Lifestyle Nutrition Organ and Tissue Donation Palliative Care Treatments for Kidney Failure NKF Brochures - Spanish ACERCA DE LA ENFERMEDAD RENAL CRÓNICA: UNA GUÍA PARA PACIENTES About Chronic Kidney Disease: A Guide for Patients CENAR AFUERA CON CONFIANZA: Una guía para pacientes con enfermedad renal Dining Out With Confidence: A Guide for Patients With Kidney Disease DIABETES: Los ojos, el corazón, los nervios, los pies y los riñones Diabetes: The Eyes, Heart , Nerves, Kidneys and Feet EL CONTROL DEL HIERRO: Cuando Tiene Enfermedad Renal o Insuficiencia Renal IRON CONTROL: When You Have Kidney Disease or Renal Failure Lo que Necesita Saber sobre el ACCESO VASCULAR Hemodialysis Access: What You Need to Know NUTRICIÓN Y ENFERMEDAD RENAL CRÓNICA (ETAPAS 1 A 4) - ¿Está obteniendo lo que necesita? Nutrition and Chronic Kidney Disease: Stages 1–4 NUTRICIÓN E INSUFICIENCIA RENAL (E TA PA 5) - ¿Está obteniendo lo que necesita? Nutrition and Kidney Failure (Stage 5): Are You Getting What You Need? Continue reading >>

Diabetes Brochures And Booklets

About NDSS NDSS Information Pack This booklet provides information about the NDSS including the services and products available, diabetes, its management and where to get assistance when required. This booklet is sent to all people diagnosed with diabetes (other than gestational diabetes) when registering with the NDSS. Women with gestational diabetes are provided with a booklet specifically developed for gestational diabetes. Living with diabetes Diabetes and Driving It is a privilege to drive a motor vehicle and with it comes major personal and legal responsibilities and liabilities. Diabetes and Driving provides advice on the extra precautions needed to be taken to help maximise road safety. Diabetes and Eating Disorders Diabetes and Eating Disorders is a booklet that has been developed for people with type 1 diabetes, their families and friends to explain the different types of eating disorders and why people with type 1 diabetes may have a higher risk of developing an eating disorder. This resource provides details on where to find more information and where to get help and support across Australia. Travelling and Type 1 Diabetes Planning ahead can help prevent many potential problems when travelling with diabetes. This brochure includes a printable checklist to assist with your travel plans as well as an extra item checklist for people using an insulin pump. Alcohol and Type 1 Diabetes Drinking alcohol can affect your blood glucose levels. For people with type 1 diabetes there may be some extra planning required that should be put into place before consuming alcohol. People with diabetes can drink alcohol, but there is a higher risk of their diabetes becoming unstable when alcohol is added to the mix. It is important to know about the risks. Drug Use and Type 1 Di Continue reading >>

Health Fair Materials Directory

Organization Name Item Information & Availability Shipping Information How To Order AIDsInfo, a service of the U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Items are free of charge. Examples of items include: - Caring for Someone with AIDS (in English or Spanish) - Living with HIV/AIDS booklet (English or Spanish) - HIV and Pregnancy/Delivery Options for HIV-positive women (English or Spanish) - Treatment-related items in hard print (English or Spanish) Shipping is at recipient s expense. Allow 2 weeks for delivery, unless you are willing to pay more for abbreviated delivery. * Please note that many items are also available in PDF format and can be down-loaded directly from the website for self-printing. This is an option if you wish to avoid shipping expenses. Use online order form or call 1-800-448-0440. National Women s Health Information Center, U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Items are free of charge. Examples of materials include 4Woman and 4Girls guides and items such as: - Easy Guides to Breastfeeding, 2004 (Available in English, Spanish, Chinese and targeted to African American and American Indian populations as well) - 4Woman: A Lifetime of Good Health Guides (Available in English, Spanish, Chinese) - 4Woman: Symptoms of Serious Health Problems (English only) - Recommended Screening Tests for Women with High Risk Factors (English only) - Screening Tests and Immunizations for Women Guidelines (English and Spanish) - Screening Tests and Immunizations for Men Guidelines (English only) - Domestic Violence Resources, 2003 (English and Spanish) - More (ask about new or additional items) Shipping is free. Allow at least 3 weeks for delivery. * Please note that many items are also available in PDF format and can be down-loaded directly from the website for self-print Continue reading >>

Diabetes Handouts – Diabetes Resources – Vol.2

Please select from the following sub-categories of diabetes handouts and diabetes resources found on this page: What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases with high levels of blood glucose (sugar). This can happen from problems with insulin being produced, how your body uses insulin or both. The exact cause of diabetes is not known. Genetics and environmental factors appear to play roles. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body does not use insulin properly. In response to this, the pancreas produces more insulin. Over time, the pancreas will not make enough insulin for the body’s needs. This results in increased amounts of glucose in the blood while the cells are starved of energy. After a while, the high blood glucose damages nerves and blood vessels. This damage can result in complications. Heart disease, blood vessel disease, kidney disease, nerve problems, and gum infections are some of the complications. These complications can lead to stroke, blindness, and amputation. How can type 2 diabetes be prevented? Some changes that can reduce the risk of diabetes are: Reach and maintain a reasonable body weight Make wise food choices most of the time Be physically active every day Take prescribed medications Diabetes Resources for Adults 4 Steps to Control Your Diabetes for Life – This brochure gives an overview of four key steps to manage your diabetes and live a long and active life. This brochure is also available in a number of different languages – please see the following: Control Your Diabetes. For Life. Tips to Help You Feel Better and Stay Healthy – This tip sheet provides an action plan for diabetes control that includes tips for knowing blood sugar levels, reaching blood sugar goals and maintaining blood sugar control. Do You Know the He Continue reading >>

Diabetes Resources For Patients And Their Families

Chronic Disease Printable Version Easy to read brochures about diabetes related topics are posted below. Blood Sugar Keep it under control to stay well. A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish that lists low/high blood sugar symptoms and complications, a listing of safe blood sugar levels, and suggestions of appropriate times for checking blood sugar levels. Depression Are you depressed? Your medical provider can help. A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish. People who have diabetes sometimes feel depressed which is okay for a few days. Seek help if depressed feelings last for weeks and interfere with sleep, appetite, and normal routine. Healthy Eating A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish that emphasizes the importance of dietary practices to the control of diabetes. Eat a variety of mostly whole grains, vegetables, and fruit. Eat moderate amounts of poultry, fish, lean meats, and no-fat and low-fat dairy products. Medications Take your medicine. It will help you stay healthy. A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish. Always take medication as directed, never skipping or doubling dosage. Know why you are taking medication and how it works. Physical Activity and Stepping Physical activity is an important diabetes self-management behavior. A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish. Start slow and build up; don't over do it. Stress Stress is a threat to effective diabetes control. A brochure is posted online in English and Spanish that lists simple ways to relax such as: try to be patient, take a breath, talk to a friend, go for a walk, smile, and laugh. Support Mechanisms Family and friends should be made aware of the importance of their support for those living with diabetes. A brochure is posted online in English a Continue reading >>

Resources

Resources for your patients with type 2 diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a complex disorder. To help our patients understand their diabetes we have designed some resources to help. Please print them off for your own use. If you would like to order them e-mail [email protected] Video resources promoting health: Shop for your life 'Shop for your life', a story which takes a fun approach to health promotion. When Annie and Eddie find themselves on a 'dream'shopping trip with their parents, they get more than they bargain for. The events of their trip highlight the need to understand portion size and interpret labels. 'Shop for your life'is a lively, entertaining way to gain some vital information about the fat, sugar and fibre in our diet. Stay in Touch 'Stay in Touch', the story of 13 year old Sam whose body has just had enough of his lifestyle and decides to tell him all about it by sending him text messages. An A4 sheet covering what is type 2 diabetes, the signs and symptoms and ways to prevent or control it by offering healthy lifestyle ideas, such as healthy eating and exercise. Download Here An A4 sheet covering what is type 2 diabetes, the signs and symptoms and ways to prevent or control it by offering healthy lifestyle ideas, such as healthy eating and exercise. Download Here An A4 sheet explaining what type 2 diabetes is, the signs and symptoms, potential complications when uncontrolled and ways to control it. Download Here A pamphlet explaining what type 2 diabetes is, the signs and symptoms, potential complications when uncontrolled and ways to control it. Download Here A pamphlet explaining what type 2 diabetes is, the signs and symptoms, potential complications when uncontrolled and ways to control it. Download Here A pamphlet explaining what type 2 diabetes is, t Continue reading >>

Free Patient Education Material

The materials on this website (brochures, food guides, pocket guides etc.) may be reproduced and disseminated in any media in its original format, without modification, for informational, educational and non-commercial purposes only. A nominal sum to cover costs of reproduction and distribution can be assessed. Any modification or use of the materials in any derivative work is prohibited without prior permission of the California Department of Public Health; Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Division. This material is here to help you manage your gestational diabetes. You may download and/or print as needed. However, this material is copyrighted and should not be modified in any manner. Unless otherwise specified, all documents in this section are PDFs. None of these materials are meant to take the place of professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Continue reading >>

World Wide Web Resources On Patient Education

American Academy of Dermatology, 1-888-462-3376 www.aad.org This site offers a wealth of dermatology related patient education information, as well as information for health care professionals. American Cancer Society, 1-800-227-2345 www.cancer.org This site provides information on prevention (including diet, smoking, exercise, alcohol, hormones), risk factors, mammograms (with tips on how to get a good mammogram), BSE, and treatment options. There is a directory of resources, including books and organizations. There is an on-line order form for obtaining materials from ACS (click on the "Publications" link on the home page). American Diabetes Association, 1-800-342-2383 www.diabetes.org This site has an on-line postgraduate course for health care professionals. There is little patient education material. You can search by state for local diabetes foundations, research, and resources. Some of these foundations have patient education material. For example, the Washington affiliate’s page has information on diabetes and sex, pregnancy, nutrition, fitness, etc. American Heart Association, 1-214-706-1220 or call 1-800-242-8721 for local chapter www.amhrt.org There is an index to nearly 300 subjects from the American Heart Association. Information on children, nutrition, exercise, and support groups is included. There is a listing of books and cookbooks available for purchase, and a toll-free number for placing orders (click on the "Home, Health, and Family" link on the home page, then click on the "Other AHA Publications" link). American Lung Association, 1-800-586-4872 www.lungusa.org This site contains patient education materials on lung health and disease. There are links to many local chapters. When brochures or other items are available for order, they are listed at Continue reading >>

Patient Education Materials

NEW! Introducing 40 Educational Handouts on Using Insulin Low Literacy and Very Low Literacy Versions Available ACU and the Nurse Practitioner Healthcare Foundation announce the release of 40 educational handouts for patients who are starting insulin. Each handout is written in easy to understand language with simple illustrations. The handouts are available in both English and Spanish and two literacy levels: low literacy and very low literacy. The handouts are free to download and distribute. Using Insulin to Treat Your Diabetes: What It Means for You English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) About Insulin English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Insulin Syringes and Pens English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Injecting Insulin English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Needle Safety English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Managing Daily Doses of Insulin English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Measuring Your Blood Sugar English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Tracking Blood Sugar Results English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Diet and Exercise English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Travel Tips English, low literacy (PDF) / very low literacy (PDF) Spanish, low literacy (P Continue reading >>

Order American Heart Association Educational Brochures

Thanks for your interest in receiving health information from the American Heart Association. We have health education packets and brochures with content designed to help you better understand your treatments, successfully manage your condition and reduce your risk. If you are an individual and interested in receiving a sample brochure or information packet, please complete our product order form. Requests are limited to the residents of the United States and to no more than one packet and two brochures per household. If you are a healthcare provider and are interested in placing an order or viewing online e-samples, visit our distributor, Krames. Registration is required to request samples and order online. You can view a brief description of each brochure of interest by selecting it from the drop down menu below. To request information about stroke, visit our stroke information request. Check out our full catalog of health education products. Continue reading >>

Free Diabetes Education Materials For Patients And Professionals

Each year, the Texas Diabetes Council stocks free diabetes education materials available by request through the Texas Department of State Health Services warehouse. In order to continue this valuable service, please order quantities that you know you will be using in one-on-one patient education or for your own learning purposes. The Texas Diabetes Council wants everyone who can benefit from these materials to receive copies; however, many, such as "Taking Charge of Your Health," should not be distributed in large quantities at health fairs and other events targeting the general public. Simple, less expensive brochures, such as "Could You Have Diabetes?" are more suitable for general diabetes awareness. Use the descriptions below to determine which piece is best suited for your educational purpose, and order as needed. To our web site visitors from outside of Texas: Single copies of the Texas Diabetes Council's publications that are not available for download from this page are available upon request. Phone 512-458-7490 for more information. Ordering Instructions: Order online using the HHSC Forms and Print Product Catalog. If you do not have internet access or are having difficulty ordering online, contact HHSA Cons. Warehouse Admin Support. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery Texas Diabetes Council Literature Ordering Instructions Texas Diabetes Council Literature Catalog Download the Texas Diabetes Council Literature Catalog (PDF 629kb, viewing information). This PDF file contains a listing of diabetes literature with catalog numbers and maximum order amounts. Titles can be previewed below. Catalog numbers followed by the letter "A" indicate Spanish-language versions. Be sure to request English or Spanish versions through use of the correct catalog number and by writing "Sp Continue reading >>

Diabetes Self Management Patient Education Materials

Table of Contents Click on any of the links below to access helpful materials on managing all aspects of diabetes that can be printed and given to your patients . Introductory Information 1. Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 Symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment (e.g., insulin) 2. Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment (e.g., medications) 3. Women and Diabetes: Eating and weight, pregnancy, and heart disease 4. Men and Diabetes: Sexual Issues and employment concerns 5. Diabetes and Your Lifestyle: Exercise, traveling, employment, sexual issues, and special considerations for the elderly General Self-Care (e.g., Blood Glucose, Foot Care) Blood Glucose 6. Pass This Test: Testing blood glucose levels 7. Get off the Blood Glucose Rollercoaster: High/low blood sugar symptoms and treatment A. TOOL: Blood Sugar Monitoring Log (Oral Meds): Patient log to record levels B. TOOL: Blood Sugar Monitoring Log (Insulin Meds): Patient log to monitor levels Feet 8. Foot Care for People with Diabetes: Hygiene, inspection, and when to call your physician C. TOOL: Foot Care Log Patient log to record self-inspections and any problem areas D. TOOL: Injection Sites Patient log to help rotate injection sites Exercise E. TOOL: Planning Your Exercise: Guide to help patients design an exercise program F. TOOL: Physical Activity Log: Patient log to record physical activity 9. Exercise in Disguise Finding ways to exercise at home and outside of the gym 10. Exercising Like Your Life Depends on It: Health benefits to exercising 11. Hot Weather Exercise: Taking extra care when exercising in hot weather Nutrition/Health Diet/Weight Loss 12. Managing Type 2 Diabetes through Diet: Suggestions for balancing your diet 13. Losing Weight When You Have Diabetes: Weight loss be Continue reading >>

English Publications

The FDA Office of Women’s Health (OWH) has over 40 publications designed to give women timely health information in a clear, easy-to-read format. Download a fact sheet or booklet for yourself. Order free copies for the women in your community. To order free bulk copies, go to: To view or download, click on one of the links on this page. The medicine booklets are for women who have these common health conditions. They list FDA-approved products and give vital information such as brand and generic names, general side effects and tips, and questions to ask a health care provider. Continue reading >>

Free Print Publications: Diabetes, Nutrition, And Other Health Resources

I wanted to share with everyone a list of free print resources that I tracked down. The companies listed ship to you for free the free pamphlets. I got most of my information from the links on this website Food and Nutrition Information Center: www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/bibs/gen/freelow.pdf I actually looked through all of the links on that pdf to find out exactly which websites had the free resources. Hope this helps! Free print publications that are shipped for free: Health Resources and Services Administration: womenshealth.gov The National Women’s Health Information Center might be able to ordered free publications, if available, by calling toll-free at 800-994-9662 National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases: Search this website for free publications on diabetes, digestive diseases, and kidney disease. There are so many free publications at this website that it is overwhelming. Look at box sets for diabetes and in search box type words like magnets, nutrition, exercise, physical activity, poster, postcard, etc. This website is connected to the one above, but has more free publications on diabetes: National Diabetes Education Program Iowa State University Extension has a store and some of the publications are free. You just add the free items to your cart and checkout. Food Safety: Food and Drug Adminstration, You can email the address on this website to request free publications: Aging/Older Adults pamphlets: : AARP : Administration of Aging National Institute of Aging: This website has better resources for Aging like exercise and healthy eating for older adults, but only single copies are free For bulk order request you can ask them here: Allergy American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology: One free copy of food allergies and others > Continue reading >>

Consumer Health Resources

MedlinePlus Magazine (link is external) This link provides you with access to subscribe to print subscriptions or email alerts to the online version of the MedlinePlus magazine. Information Rx (link is external) Information Rx is a free and easy way to refer people to trustworthy consumer health websites produced by the National Library of Medicine Health professionals and librarians can order special prescription pads and other health information materials that refer people to two National Library of Medicine web sites with easy-to-understand health information, MedlinePlus.gov and Genetics Home Reference Order NLM Educational Materials from NNLM MAR If you are an NNLM network member in the Middle Atlantic Region (DE, NJ, NY, or PA), use this online form to order brochures. Publications from NIMH (link is external) Order publications on topics such as anxiety disorders in children and adolescents, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Brain Development, Coping with Violence and Disasters and more from the National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH) We Can! Ways to Enhance Children's Activity & Nutrition (link is external) (NHLBI) We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children's Activity & Nutrition) is a national movement designed to give parents, caregivers, and entire communities a way to help children 8 to 13 years old stay at a healthy weight. NIEHS Kids Pages (link is external) The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Kids' Pages is a government (non-profit) educational website authorized by a 1997 Presidential Memorandum. It is designed to teach children about the connections between their health and the environment. NIEHS Brochures and Fact Sheets (link is external) If you are giving a presentation about an environmental health topic or just looking for general infor Continue reading >>