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The following titles represent easy-to-read health information available in both English and Spanish. Some titles are available as printable PDFs and as printed brochures for ordering.
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Clinical Trials of Medical Treatments:
Why Volunteer? (FDA01-1294) -- Internet Only
Tests or studies of drugs or medical devices in people are conducted to find
out whether they are safe and effective to use. This brochure explains the
importance of clinical trials, informed consent and other ways volunteers are
protected, as well as possible risks for volunteers.
Coping with Bladder Problems (FDA05-1103C)
The problem of incontinence, its causes and various treatments are discussed
in this brochure.
Diabetes (FDA05-1106C)
Diabetes is a serious disease that should not be ignored. Comparisons between
type 1 and type 2 diabetes, daily monitoring and careful control of blood sugar
levels, weight control, and exercise are covered in this highly informative
brochure.
Eating for a Healthy Heart (FDA05-1110C)
Heart disease is the No.1 cause of death in America. Choosing foods carefully,
with emphasis on eating less fat and sodium, fewer calories and more fiber;
diet tips; and how food labels can help in making healthy choices are some
of what's covered.
Eating Well as We Age (FDA05-1107C)
Many older people have trouble eating well. This brochure gives ideas on what
to do about problems with chewing, upset stomach, loss of appetite, shopping,
cooking, and money. A short discussion on how to read food labels is also
included in this very informative brochure.
Feeding Baby With Breast Milk or Formula (FDA05-1108C)
A comparison of infant formula and breast milk, including the bonuses of breast
feeding, tips for breast-feeding success, how to choose infant formula, preparing
formula safely and safe formula storage are all explained.
Help Your Arthritis Treatment Work (FDA05-1101C)
A basic description of arthritis and the importance of treatment forms the
basis of this brochure. How to help the treatment work, talking to a doctor,
caution using OTC medicines, the significance of rest and exercise and knowing
all the facts are also discussed.
How to Give Medicine to Children (FDA05-1115C)
The proper ways to give medicine to children (both OTC and prescription) are
thoroughly explained, including how to measure the correct dose when using
dosage cups, cylindrical dosing spoons, droppers and syringes.
How to Protect Yourself from AIDS (FDA05-1100C)
The most common ways of contracting the disease and the HIV virus are explained.
This brochure also describes how to avoid getting AIDS, how to use condoms,
HIV testing, pregnancy and HIV, myths about AIDS and food safety rules to
follow if infection is present.
Keep Your Food Safe (FDA05-1109C)
Food poisoning occurs when spoiled food is eaten. This brochure shows how to
buy safe food and how to keep it safe in the home.
Losing Weight Safely (FDA03-1113C)
-- Internet Only
Overweight people have an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease,
and other illnesses. This brochure explains how to go about losing weight
safely, the problems with fad diets and diet pills and the questions to ask
before signing up for a weight loss program.
Mammograms and Breast Cancer (FDA05-1114C)
Mammograms are used to help find breast cancer at an early stage, when it can
still be cured. Who gets breast cancer, the importance of self examination
as well as doctor's exams, what to do if a mammogram shows a problem and
treatments for breast cancer are all discussed.
Medicines and Older Adults (FDA 00-3237) -- Internet Only
Older people often take more medication and may react differently to them than
younger people. This brochure shows easy ways to take medicine, how to prevent
drug side effects, questions to ask the doctor or pharmacist and how to save
money on medicine.
Protecting Your Child Against Serious
Diseases: Making Sure Kids Get All Their 'Shots' (FDA03-1122C)
The importance of childhood vaccinations is the emphasis of this brochure.
The types of vaccines available, what they protect against, how they are given,
the ages to get them and possible side effects are detailed.
Protect Your Child from Poisons in Your Home (FDA 00-1262) -- Internet
Only
Many items in the home can become poisons to children. This brochure covers
the potential danger of medicines and household products, how to poison proof
the home, the symptoms of poisoning and what to do if a child has been poisoned.
Safer Sunning in Seven Steps (FDA03-1118C)
-- Internet Only
This brochure describes the dangers of harmful rays from the sun, sunlamps,
and tanning beds and who is at extra risk. The seven steps to safer sunning
include tips for using sunscreen products and how to check the skin for signs
of skin cancer.
Straight Talk from FDA About Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids (FDA03-1111C)
-- Internet Only
More than 25 million Americans have hearing loss. Possible reasons for this
loss, hearing tests, symptoms that might warrant a hearing aid or other treatment,
types of hearing aids and cochlear implants are included in this brochure.
The Truth About Choosing Medical Treatments (FDA) 00-1248) -- Internet
Only
Many medicines and other options are available to treat health problems. Some
of these don't have FDA approval and can be detrimental. This brochure covers
types of unproven treatments, what to do before trying such a treatment and
how to recognize a phony treatment.
Use Medicine Safely (FDA03-1116C)
Medicines can help, but they can be harmful if not taken properly. This brochure
covers drug facts labels, the importance of talking about prescriptions with
doctors and pharmacists and the questions to ask, what to avoid when taking
certain medication and safety tips.
What to Do for Colds and Flu (FDA05-1105C)
The similarities and differences between influenza and colds are presented,
including when to call the doctor, ways to avoid getting a cold, shots and
medication to prevent flu and what to do to relieve symptoms.
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