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Through the Eyes of the Eagle (American Indian translation in Chickasaw)
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Through the Eyes of the Eagle tells children about looking to the healthy ways and wisdom of their elders (American Indian translation in Chickasaw). (Created: 4/9/2009 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 4/9/2009 |
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Through the Eyes of the Eagle (American Indian translation in Shoshone)
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Through the Eyes of the Eagle tells children about looking to the healthy ways and wisdom of their elders (Listen to the American Indian translation in Shoshone). (Created: 4/9/2009 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 4/9/2009 |
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Through the Eyes of the Eagle (American Indian translation in Paiute)
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Through the Eyes of the Eagle tells children about looking to the healthy ways and wisdom of their elders (Listen to the American Indian translation in Paiute). (Created: 4/9/2009 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 4/9/2009 |
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Preventing Kidney Disease
Kidney disease is the ninth leading cause of death in the United States. Nilka Rios Burrows discusses ways to prevent kidney disease. (Created: 3/9/2008 by MMWR) Date Released: 3/5/2009 |
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Preventing Kidney Disease
This broadcast discusses chronic kidney problems, and the importance of controlling diabetes and hypertension, as well as eating a healthy diet and exercising to prevent kidney disease. (Created: 3/9/2008 by MMWR) Date Released: 3/5/2009 |
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Lo que usted debe saber sobre la diabetes y las enfermedades cardíacas
Los adultos con diabetes tienen un mayor riesgo de morir por una enfermedad cardíaca que los que no tienen diabetes. Un informe reciente de los CDC indica que los factores de riesgo de enfermedades cardiacas pueden afectar la salud de las personas que ya tienen diabetes, y que estos factores a menudo están presentes antes de que la enfermedad aparezca y se diagnostique. Para prevenir y controlar la diabetes, los CDC y sus socios continúan trabajando en iniciativas para educar al público, monitorizar y mejorar los cuidados de la diabetes así como promover la detección temprana de las complicaciones de esta enfermedad. (Created: 11/2/2007 by MMWR) Date Released: 11/5/2008 |
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Diabetes Goes South
Over a recent 10-year period, the number of persons in the United States who were diagnosed with diabetes increased substantially, particularly in the South. Dr. Karen Kirtland discusses the risk factors for diabetes and how to prevent the onset of this disease. (Created: 10/30/2008 by MMWR) Date Released: 10/30/2008 |
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Diabetes Goes South
This broadcast discusses the risk factors for diabetes and how to prevent the onset of this disease. (Created: 10/30/2008 by MMWR) Date Released: 10/30/2008 |
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Knees Lifted High
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Knees Lifted High gives children fun ideas for active outdoor play. (Created: 8/4/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 8/5/2008 |
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Through the Eyes of the Eagle
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Through the Eyes of the Eagle tells children about looking to the healthy ways and wisdom of their elders. (Created: 8/4/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 8/5/2008 |
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Tricky Treats
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Tricky Treats shows children the difference between healthy snacks and sweet treats. (Created: 8/4/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 8/5/2008 |
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Plate Full of Color
The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters - Mr. Eagle, Miss Rabbit, and Coyote - who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about health and diabetes prevention. Plate Full of Color teaches the value of eating a variety of colorful and healthy foods. (Created: 8/4/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)) Date Released: 8/5/2008 |
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Preventing Vision Loss in Diabetes
In this podcast for a professional audience, an eye specialist and members of the National Federation of the Blind are interviewed about preventing vision loss in people with diabetes. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/19/2008 |
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Living with Diabetes and Vision Loss
In this podcast for a professional audience, an eye specialist and members of the National Federation of the Blind are interviewed about available resources for people with vision loss and diabetes. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/19/2008 |
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Periodontal Disease and Diabetes - Summary
This podcast is for a professional audience and provides a brief description of periodontal disease as a complication of diabetes and the impact on overall diabetes management. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/5/2008 |
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Preventing Vision Loss in Diabetes - Summary
This podcast is for a professional audience and briefly discusses how to prevent vision loss in people with diabetes. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Pharmacist's Role in Diabetes Care
This podcast is for a professional audience and discusses the role pharmacists can play on the diabetes care team, through collaborative practice agreements and medication therapy management. (Created: 5/19/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Periodontal Disease and Diabetes
In this podcast for a professional audience, two dental professionals are interviewed about periodontal disease, diabetes complications, and the influence of poor oral health on blood glucose control. (Created: 5/19/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Amputation Prevention in Diabetes - Summary
This podcast is for a professional audience and describes the increased risk of amputation among people with diabetes. It suggests resources for health care professionals to diagnose and treat people at high risk. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Amputation Prevention in Diabetes
In this podcast for a professional audience, a specialist from the American Podiatric Medical Association is interviewed about the prevention of limb amputation in people with diabetes. (Created: 5/19/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Living with Diabetes and Vision Loss - Summary
This podcast is for a professional audience and briefly discusses how to help people manage diabetes in the face of vision loss. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/4/2008 |
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Pharmacist's Role in Diabetes Care - Summary
This podcast is for a professional audience and describes important contributions pharmacists can make to the team approach in diabetes care. (Created: 4/24/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 6/3/2008 |
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Power to Prevent: A Family Lifestyle Approach to Diabetes Prevention
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message tailored for African Americans. It also describes the NDEP's Power to Prevent: A Family Lifestyle Approach to Diabetes Prevention Curriculum. (Created: 3/15/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 5/21/2008 |
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Rising Tide of Diabetes Among Pacific Islanders
This podcast focuses on the diabetes epidemic among Pacific Islanders and includes an interview with a Samoan/Tongan American woman whose family has been heavily impacted by diabetes. Information on diabetes prevention and control is highlighted. (Created: 4/18/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT) and Office of Dispute Resolution and Equal Employment Opportunity, Office of the Director (OD)) Date Released: 5/2/2008 |
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Rising Tide of Diabetes Among Asian Americans
This podcast describes the impact of diabetes among Asian Americans and includes an interview with a Cambodian American woman who has diabetes. It also includes information on diabetes prevention and control. (Created: 4/18/2008 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT) and Office of Dispute Resolution and Equal Employment Opportunity, Office of the Director (OD)) Date Released: 5/2/2008 |
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Mother Love: Diabetes is Not Your Destiny
This podcast featuring Mother Love, co-host of dLifeTV, motivational speaker, and humorist, promotes healthy ways to control diabetes. (Created: 11/8/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT), National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)) Date Released: 3/11/2008 |
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Esta en Tus Manos (In Your Hands)
This podcast offers music with a Latino beat to promote healthy lifestyle messages. (Este podcast muestra música con ritmos latinos para promover mensajes sobre estilos de vida saludable.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 12/3/2007 |
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Healthy Feet are Happy Feet
This podcast offers tips for people with diabetes on foot care to prevent complications, such as foot ulcers and amputation. (Created: 10/5/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 12/2/2007 |
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Es Mi Vida (It’s Your Life)
This podcast uses music with a Latino beat to promote making healthy lifestyle choices. (Este podcast usa música con ritmo latinos para promover la selección de estilos de vida saludables.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 12/1/2007 |
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Breathe In, Breathe Out
This podcast promotes healthy lifestyle messages through original music. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/30/2007 |
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Put on My Shoes
This podcast encourages increased physical activity to the tune of original music. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/29/2007 |
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Every Day is a New Beginning
This podcast features a new music video showing African Americans having fun being physically active in everyday life. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/28/2007 |
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Diabetes and Pregnancy: Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes happens in a woman who develops diabetes during pregnancy. This podcast discusses its potential effects and action steps to avoid complications. (Created: 11/14/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT) and National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD), Prevention Research Branch) Date Released: 11/27/2007 |
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Paso a Paso (Step by Step)
This podcast encourages people to increase physical activity with original music with a Latino beat. (Este podcast estimula a las personas a aumentar la actividad física usando música original con ritmos latinos.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/26/2007 |
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Andale (You and Me)
This podcast features original music with a Latino beat and encourages people to be more physically active. (Este podcast muestra música original con ritmos latinos y estimula a las personas a ser o estar más activos físicamente.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/25/2007 |
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Movimiento Por Su Vida (Movement for Your Life)
This podcast shows people engaging in fun physical activity in everyday life. (Este podcast muestra personas haciendo actividad física cada día, en forma divertida.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/24/2007 |
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We Have the Power To Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message tailored for American Indians and Alaska Natives. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/23/2007 |
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Healthy Eating During Winter Gatherings
This podcast delivers tips on how to eat healthfully – and avoid overeating – during the holidays. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/22/2007 |
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Two Reasons I Make the Time To Prevent Diabetes
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message tailored for Asian Americans. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/21/2007 |
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It’s Never Too Late To Prevent Diabetes
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message tailored for older adults. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/20/2007 |
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Diabetes and Women
This podcast describes how women with diabetes, from adolescence to the older years, are living healthy, active lives. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/19/2007 |
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50 Ways to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message tailored for African Americans. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/18/2007 |
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Salud
This podcast promotes physical activity for diabetes prevention and control through upbeat Latino music. (Este podcast promueve la actividad física para la prevención y el control de la diabetes a través de la candente música latina.) (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/17/2007 |
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What is Pre-Diabetes?
This podcast discusses the impact of pre-diabetes and evidence that diabetes can be prevented or delayed. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/16/2007 |
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Get Real about Diabetes Prevention
This podcast delivers a diabetes prevention message promoting small steps that can lead to big rewards. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/15/2007 |
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World Diabetes Day: Celebrating the "Year of the Child"
This podcast discusses the impact of diabetes and the significance of celebrating World Diabetes Day. (Created: 11/5/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/14/2007 |
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World Diabetes Day
This podcast discusses the impact of diabetes in the Hispanic/Latino population in the United States and the upcoming World Diabetes Day. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/13/2007 |
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El Día Mundial de la Diabetes
Este podcast discute el impacto de la diabetes en la población hispano /latina en los Estados Unidos así como el Día Mundial de la Diabetes que se celebra el 14 de noviembre. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/13/2007 |
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It Takes a Family
This podcast follows an African American man with diabetes and his family as they discuss living healthfully with diabetes. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/12/2007 |
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Expanding Media Reach
In this podcast, two nurses serving a Chinese American community show how they have used local ethnic media to communicate health messages. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/11/2007 |
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Making Tradition Healthy
In this podcast, a Latina nutrition educator shows how a community worked with local farmers to grow produce traditionally enjoyed by Hispanic/Latinos. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/10/2007 |
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Keeping the Future Alive
This podcast describes the impact of diabetes on an American Indian community and the community's response. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/9/2007 |
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Making the Workplace Work
This podcast demonstrates the importance of workplace support in managing diabetes in a corporate diabetes program. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/8/2007 |
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Making the Business Case: Diabetes At Work
This podcast discusses the potential impact of diabetes for employers in direct and indirect costs and gives a helpful resource. (Created: 10/5/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/7/2007 |
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Tips for Helping a Person With Diabetes
This podcast gives suggestions for helping a person with diabetes manage the disease. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/6/2007 |
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Consejos para ayudar a una persona con diabetes
Este podcast provee sugerencias para ayudar a las personas con diabetes a manejar esta enfermedad. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/6/2007 |
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Consejos para ayudarlo a sentirse major y a mantenerse saludable
Este podcast ofrece sugerencias para personas con diabetes para ayudarle a controlar la glucosa sanguínea, presión arterial y el colesterol. También incluye ideas para vivir bien teniendo diabetes. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/5/2007 |
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Be Smart About Your Heart
This podcast gives action steps for people with diabetes, with a special focus on the ABCs of diabetes - A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/5/2007 |
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Future Generations
This podcast gives action steps and reasons to control diabetes, with a focus on American Indians. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/4/2007 |
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Family Reunion
This podcast gives action steps and reasons to control diabetes, with a focus on African Americans. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/3/2007 |
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Taking Control
This podcast gives action steps and reasons to control diabetes. (Created: 11/1/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/2/2007 |
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What You Should Know about Diabetes and Heart Disease
Adults with diabetes have a greater risk for dying from heart disease than those without diabetes. A recent report from CDC reveals that risk factors for heart disease can affect the health of persons who already have diabetes, and those conditions are often present before the onset and diagnosis of diabetes. To prevent and control diabetes, CDC and its partners continue to work on public education, monitoring and controlling quality of diabetes care, and promoting early detection of diabetes complications. (Created: 11/2/2007 by MMWR) Date Released: 11/1/2007 |
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What You Should Know about Diabetes and Heart Disease
Adults with diabetes have a greater risk for dying from heart disease than those without diabetes. A recent report from CDC reveals that risk factors for heart disease can affect the health of persons who already have diabetes, and those conditions are often present before the onset and diagnosis of diabetes. To prevent and control diabetes, CDC and its partners continue to work on public education, monitoring and controlling quality of diabetes care, and promoting early detection of diabetes complications. (Created: 11/2/2007 by MMWR) Date Released: 11/1/2007 |
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The Facts About Diabetes
This podcast describes the impact of the increasing numbers of people with diabetes in the U.S. and what can be done to control the disease. (Created: 10/4/2007 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Diabetes Translation (DDT)) Date Released: 11/1/2007 |
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Deterioro de la vista corregible en personas con diabetes --- Estados Unidos, 1999--2004
Las personas con diabetes tienen más probabilidades de sufrir un deterioro de la vista que aquellas que no tienen esta enfermedad. Para calcular el porcentaje de personas con diabetes que podrían corregir sus problemas de la vista con una adecuada prescripción de anteojos o lentes de contacto, los CDC analizaron datos de la Encuesta Nacional de Salud y Nutrición. Los resultados señalan que entre los adultos de EE.UU. con diabetes, 11.0% presentaba deterioro de la vista (visión peor que 20/40 aún con anteojos o lentes de contacto) y que aproximadamente 65.5% de estos trastornos eran corregibles. (Created: 11/3/2006 by MMWR) Date Released: 12/4/2006 |
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Correctable Visual Impairment Among Persons with Diabetes --- United States, 1999--2004
Persons with diabetes are more likely to be visually impaired than those without the disease. To estimate the percentage of persons with diabetes whose poor vision could be corrected with accurately prescribed glasses or contact lenses, CDC analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The results indicated that among U.S. adults with diabetes, 11.0% had visual impairment (vision worse than 20/40 even with glasses or contact lenses) and approximately 65.5% of these impairments were correctable. (Created: 11/3/2006 by MMWR) Date Released: 11/3/2006 |
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Correctable Visual Impairment Among Persons with Diabetes --- United States, 1999--2004
Persons with diabetes are more likely to be visually impaired than those without the disease. To estimate the percentage of persons with diabetes whose poor vision could be corrected with accurately prescribed glasses or contact lenses, CDC analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The results indicated that among U.S. adults with diabetes, 11.0% had visual impairment (vision worse than 20/40 even with glasses or contact lenses) and approximately 65.5% of these impairments were correctable. (Created: 11/3/2006 by MMWR) Date Released: 10/27/2006 |
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