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African-Americans and Alzheimer's Disease  External Link

Today more than 5 million people have Alzheimer's. And African-Americans may be at especially high risk for the disease. Learn more about Alzheimer's, how you can reduce your risk and how to get stres... Details >

Alzheimer's Association  External Link

At A Glance 2007 — Physical Activity and Good Nutrition: Essential Elements to Prevent Chronic Diseases and Obesity

Chronic diseases accounted for 5 of the leading 6 causes of disease in 2002 in the United States. Physical inactivity and unhealthy eating contribute to obesity and a number of chronic diseases, inclu... Details >

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Chatpters - Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation   External Link

This site provides a list of resources and links to help you find chapters offered.... Details >

Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation  External Link

Chronic Conditions – SeniorNet  External Link

This page provides seniors with information about chronic conditions and the approaches to coping with them, including learn about your condition, join a support group, try complementary therapies, an... Details >

SeniorNet  External Link

Chronic Disease Notes & Reports

This newsletter reports on activities of interest to health professionals involved with the myriad aspects of disease prevention and health promotion. The publications are available online and cover v... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Coping with Chemo   External Link

This page offers information and resources available on how to cope with chemo, including frequently asked questions and connecting with other teens.... Details >

Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation  External Link

FAQ: The National CFIDS Foundation, Inc.  External Link

This page links to frequently asked questions about the Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) Foundation and chronic fatigue.... Details >

The National CFIDS Foundation, Inc.  External Link

Medicines for People with Diabetes

Also available in: Spanish 

A general overview of the types of diabetes and information on the appropriate medications for Type I and Type II diabetes. The various types of medications are listed and described and their potenti... Details >

National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Oral Health - National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Oral health is an essential component of health throughout life. Poor oral health and untreated oral diseases and conditions can have a significant impact on quality of life. Find oral health informat... Details >

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse

Prevalence of Chronic Disease Among American Indian and Alaska Native Elders  External Link

This report discusses prevalence of chronic disease among American Indian and Alaska Native elders. There is a paucity of information about the prevalence of chronic disease among American Indian and ... Details >

National Resource Center on Native American Aging  External Link