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Diabetes Materials for Study or Distribution by Health Care Professionals
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 Diabetes Information for Health Care Professionals
- Diabetes Fact Sheet: Recommendations for Persons Undergoing Blood
Glucose Monitoring in Evacuation Centers for the Prevention of Hepatitis B
Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Transmission
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/diabetes/
This fact sheet outlines safety procedures for blood glucose monitoring in
group residence settings. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Hurricane-Related Information for Health Care Professionals
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/hcp.asp
Includes information pertinent to diabetes-related care, including
dialysis, medical devices, hand hygiene, and infection control. Fact
sheets available in printer-friendly format.
- Emergency Wound Management for Health Care Professionals
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/emergwoundhcp.asp
The risk for wound injuries during and after a natural disaster is high,
and wound care is of particular importance for individuals with diabetes.
Any wound or rash has the potential for becoming infected and should be
assessed by a health-care provider as soon as possible. Available in
printer-friendly format.
- Tetanus Prevention
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/katrina/tetanus.asp
People with diabetes are at increased risk of contracting tetanus from
wound injuries sustained during a natural disaster. Reported tetanus is
about 3 times more common in people with diabetes and fatalities are about
4 times more common. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Sharps Disposal
http://www.fda.gov/diabetes/lancing.html#4
FDA information about sharps disposal containers and needle destruction
devices.
- Safe Use of "Tanker" Water for Dialysis
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/watertanker.asp
This document provides guidance for both the suppliers of water and
dialysis facilities for using water delivered by tanker trucks in
emergency situations.
- National Diabetes Fact Sheet
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pubs/factsheet07.htm
This fact sheet provides general information and national 2007 estimates
on diabetes in the United States. Available in printer-friendly format.
- At A Glance—Diabetes: Disabling, Deadly, and on the Rise
http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/aag/aag_ddt.htm
A 2005 summary of the prevalence, complications, and cost of diabetes in
America, and CDC’s efforts to address the disease. Available in
printer-friendly format.
- Diabetes Numbers at a Glance
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/NumAtGlance_Eng.pdf
(PDF 60.8 KB)
Use this handy pocket guide for a quick listing of American Diabetes
Association recommendations for diagnosing pre-diabetes and diabetes and
for managing your patients with diabetes. In printer-friendly format.
- Managing the Complications of Diabetes in Older Persons
http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education
/diabetes/managing_complications.php*
This brochure talks about how to manage hypertension, overactive bladder,
falls, depression, and cognitive problems in older people with
disabilities. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Managing Hypertension and Diabetes in Older Adults
http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education
/diabetes/hypertension_diabetes.php*
This brochure focuses on the diagnosis, complications, and management of
hypertension in older people with diabetes. Available in printer-friendly
format.
- Diabetes and Aging
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/about/dateline/spri02/8.htm
Information from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and
Kidney Diseases about diabetes in older people, and differences in
diabetes management for this age group.
- Kidney Community Emergency Preparedness and Response
http://www.kidney.org/help/index.cfm
This Web site, provided by the National Kidney Foundation, provides
essential information to help kidney health care professionals before and
during emergencies. It includes a toll-free telephone help line, links to
regional end-stage renal disease networks and related emergency
preparedness resources, and mental health resources.
One-Pagers for Patients
- Do You Have Diabetes?
http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/diabetes/pdf/diabetes-flyer.pdf
(PDF 11.8 KB)
En Español: ¿Tiene Diabetes?
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/katrina/espanol/pdf/diabetes.pdf
(PDF 1.2 MB)
A colorful, illustrated one-page handout reminding people with diabetes to
take their medicine, check their feet for injuries, monitor their blood
glucose, and try to eat healthy foods. In printer-friendly format.
- Do You Have High Blood Pressure?
http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/pdf/hypertension.pdf
(PDF 947 KB)
En Español: ¿Tiene las presión arterial alta?
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/katrina/espanol/pdf/hypertension.pdf
(PDF 959 KB)
A colorful, illustrated one-page handout reminding people with high blood
pressure to take their medicine, eat healthy foods, get physical exercise,
and get their blood pressure checked soon.
- High and Low Blood Glucose Symptoms and Causes
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/handouts/I_A01b_HO.pdf*
(PDF 200 KB)
En Español: Síntomas y causas de un nivel alto o bajo de la glucosa
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/handouts/I_A01b_HO_sp.pdf*
(PDF 200 KB)
An illustrated one-page handout, in printer-friendly format.
- Examples of Treatments for Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/handouts/I_A01b_HO.pdf#examples*
(PDF 200 KB)
En Español: Ejemplos para de tratamiento de la Hipoglucemia
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/handouts/I_A01b_HO.pdf#examples*
(PDF 200 KB)
An illustrated one-page handout, in printer-friendly format.
- Foot Care Checklist
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/diabetesatwork/_files/handouts/I_B_03b_HO.pdf*
(PDF 104 KB)
An illustrated one-page handout, in printer-friendly format.
- Clean Hands Resources and Handouts
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/katrina/cleanhands.asp
A fact sheet on the importance of clean hands to stay healthy, and
printable Hand Hygiene Handout Cards, available in printer-friendly
format.
- Safe Options for Home Needle Disposal
http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/other/medical/med-home.pdf
(PDF 256 KB)
The first page of this 4-page color brochure explains why used sharps
require a special disposal method, which may be useful to distribute.
However, the brochure also has a list of community disposal programs,
which may not be useful to evacuees. In printer-friendly format.
- Signs of Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pubs/tcyd/heart.htm#signs
A page from Take Charge of Your Diabetes listing symptoms of heart, blood
vessel, and circulation problems.
Posters
- Working Together to Manage Diabetes
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Final_Poster_5-04.pdf
(PDF 119 KB)
This interdisciplinary color poster can be used by health professionals in
exam or waiting rooms to help educate patients on controlling "the ABCs of
Diabetes", and specific actions patients can take in collaboration with
their eye, foot, dental professionals and pharmacists to control diabetes.
In printer-friendly format.
- The Power To Control Diabetes Is in Your Hands
Poster:
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Power_poster_Eng.pdf
(PDF 775 KB)
Countertop Display:
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Power_disp_Eng.pdf
(PDF 528 KB)
En Español: El poder de controlar la diabetes está en sus manos
Poster:
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Power_poster_Hisp.pdf
(PDF 772.5 KB)
Countertop Display:
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Power_disp_Hisp.pdf
(PDF 527 KB)
This striking two-color poster/tabletop display conveys the importance of
regular self-monitoring of blood glucose levels and explains Medicare
coverage of diabetes-testing equipment and supplies. In printer-friendly
format.
Fact Sheets and Brochures
- Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes; Now What?
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/factsheets/nowhat.pdf* (PDF 52
KB)
A 3-page fact sheet about the basics of diabetes self-care, for those who
are newly diagnosed. In printer-friendly format.
- Diabetes in Older People - A Disease You Can Manage
http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/diabetes.htm
La diabetes en las personas mayores: una enfermedad que usted puede
controlar
http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/diabetes-sp.htm
A 10-page, large-print brochure talking about the basics of diabetes in
older people. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Diabetes Myths
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/_files/factsheets/II_A_01_FS.PDF* (PDF
21 KB)
A 2-page fact sheet listing common myths about diabetes, and the correct
information disproving them. In printer-friendly format.
- Take Care of Your Feet for a Lifetime
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Feet_broch_Eng.pdf
(PDF 268 KB)
En Español: Cuide sus pies durante toda su vida
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Spanish_Foot_Bro_Pgs.pdf
(PDF 4.9 MB)
A 16-page, large-print, illustrated booklet explaining the importance of
foot care for people with diabetes, a daily foot check routine, and advice
for safe foot care. In printer-friendly format.
- Expanded Medicare Coverage of Diabetes Services
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/EMCDS_FS_EN.pdf (PDF
1.2 MB)
En Español: Expansión de la Cobertura de Medicare para los Servicios de
Diabetes
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/EMCDS_FS_EN.pdf (PDF
1.2 MB)
A 6-panel color brochure with photos, explaining how Medicare can cover
diabetes self-management training and medical nutrition therapy services.
In printer-friendly format.
- Control Your Diabetes for Life
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/TipsFeel_Eng.pdf
(PDF 63 KB)
En Español: Controle la diabetes por su y de por vida. Consejos para
ayudarlo a sentirse major y a mantenerse saludable
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/Tips_Consejos_para_ayudarlo.pdf
(PDF 70 KB)
This 2-page brochure concisely presents the tests, target numbers, and
action plan for diabetes self-management. In printer-friendly format.
- Take Care of Your Heart. Manage Your Diabetes
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/TCH_AsAm_flyer_Eng.pdf
(PDF 84 KB)
This 2-page brochure explains the link between diabetes and heart disease,
and encourages people with diabetes to manage their blood glucose, blood
pressure, and cholesterol. In printer-friendly format.
- Si Tiene Diabetes, Cuide Su Corazón
(If You Have Diabetes, Take Care of Your Heart)
http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/pubs/TCH_Hisp_brochure.pdf (PDF
258 KB)
This 8-page, large-print, bilingual (Spanish and English), illustrated
brochure explains the link between diabetes and heart disease, and
encourages patients to take steps to control their blood sugar, blood
pressure, and cholesterol. In printer-friendly format.
- What I Need to Know About Eating and Diabetes
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/eating_ez/index.htm
En Español: Lo que debo saber sobre alimentación y la diabetes
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/spanish/pubs/eating_ez/index.htm
This 49-page illustrated brochure gives a rundown on the dietary
components of different foods, meal planning, and how food affects blood
glucose. Includes a
printable meal plan chart
to fill out. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Lifestyle Changes for Living with Diabetes
http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education/diabetes/lifestyle_changes.php*
This 8-panel brochure explains dietary, exercise, and other health-related
changes older people can make to prevent or control diabetes. Available in
printer-friendly format.
- Patient Education Forum: Living with Diabetes (Q & A)
http://www.healthinaging.org/public_education/pef/living_with_diabetes.php*
Frequently asked questions about diabetes, answered by a doctor. Available
in printer-friendly format.
Larger Publications
- Take Charge of Your Diabetes
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pubs/tcyd/index.htm
En Español: Controle su Diabetes
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/pubs/controle/index.htm
This book, written in easy language with large print and illustrations,
explains the basics of diabetes management: what problems diabetes can
cause and how to prevent them, how to work with a health care team, the
importance of lowering high blood glucose and blood pressure, and helpful
community resources. Includes simple record pages to track glucose and
other test results, sick day routines, and health care provider
information. Available in printer-friendly format.
- Your Guide to Diabetes
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/type1and2/index.htm
En Español: Guía para personas con diabetes tipo 1 y tipo 2
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/spanish/pubs/type1and2/index.htm
This guide, written in easy language with large print and illustrations,
also explains the basics of diabetes management. Available in
printer-friendly format. Record pages to fill out are contained within the
printable version. Short lists of
action steps for insulin users and
action steps for non-users can also be printed alone as a handout.
Sources of More Diabetes Education Materials
- Diabetes Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/faq/index.htm
Information on diabetes prevention and management, including exercise,
routine health care and self-care, diabetes complications, high-risk
groups, and financial coverage of services.
- Diabetes & Me
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/consumer/index.htm
Links to additional resources about diabetes and its effects, physical
activity, healthy eating, and diabetes prevention.
- National Diabetes Education Program
http://www.ndep.nih.gov
A partnership of the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention, and more than 200 public and private
organizations.
- National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
A service of the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of
Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
- Diabetesatwork.org
http://www.diabetesatwork.org/diabetesatwork/index.cfm*
A partner with the National Institute of Health’s National Diabetes
Education Program, addressing diabetes in the workplace.
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Page last reviewed: September 12, 2008
Page last modified: September 12, 2008
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