The Practical Guide: Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults

This Guide was developed cooperatively by the North American Association for the Study of Obesity (NAASO) and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). It is based on the Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: Evidence Report developed by the NHLBI Expert Panel and released in June 1998. The Expert Panel used an evidence-based methodology to develop key recommendations for assessing and treating overweight and obese patients. The goal of the Practical Guide is to provide the tools you need to effectively manage your overweight and obese adult patients.

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Page Count: 88 pages
Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Guidelines
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Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2000

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It gives a person the freedom of picking their foods according to calorie count plus much more. I was wondering if there was a place that I hadn’t discovered yet that rates the different diets and their downfalls.

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• Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: The Evidence Report
• Think Tank on Enhancing Obesity Research at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Full Report

Action Against Asthma: A Strategic Plan for the Department of Health and Human Services

Three new Federal initiatives in 2000 have set the course for the NAEPP action agenda: the Children’s Health Act of 2000 was passed by Congress; Healthy People 2010 (HP2010) was launched; and a report, Action Against Asthma: A Strategic Plan for the Department of Health and Human Services, was released. These initiatives provide a framework for focusing attention on asthma and addressing challenges and opportunities.

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Pulmonary Immunobiology and Inflammation in Pulmonary Diseases NHLBI, Workshop Summary

The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute sponsored a workshop on August 26- 27, 1999 to review the current state of knowledge and to discuss opportunities for the investigation of pulmonary immunobiology and inflammation and their contribution to pulmonary disease. This report summarizes the discussions that took place and the recommendations that were generated at the workshop. The major focus of the workshop was nonspecific (innate) and specific (acquired or adaptive) cellular components of the immune system as they uniquely function in the lung.

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Students with Chronic Illnesses: Guidance for Families, Schools and Students

This Guidance Sheet presents positive actions schools and families can take to address multiple chronic diseases at once using the same action steps. The guidance sheet is brief-a one-page document front and back-and the suggestions given are both practical and low cost. It is designed for possible use as a checklist for those who wish to rate their current level of activity or to monitor progress toward achieving a higher level of activity. This resource should help schools design a more coordinated approach in meeting the needs of students with chronic illnesses and can facilitate school efforts for attaining compliance with applicable Federal laws.

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Subject: Asthma
Audience: Health Professionals and General Public
Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2002

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Hearts n’ Parks Community Mobilization Guide (Booklet only)

Developed by the NHLBI and the National Recreation and Park Association, this community mobilization guide is designed to help local community, park, and recreation agencies promote heart-healthy lifestyle and changes such as increased physical activity and heart-healthy eating among children and adults. The guide provides background information and materials, techniques for creating and delivering heart-healthy activities to participants, tools and strategies for reaching targeted groups, forming partnerships, and working with the media, as well as assessment tools to measure program performance. It includes many reproducibles on heart-healthy eating and physical activity to use with different audiences. Please note: Guide only.

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• Hearts n’ Parks Community Mobilization Kit (Booklet & Video)
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Women’s Heart Health: Developing a National Health Education Action Plan

This report of a 2-day strategy development workshop features recommendations for an NHLBI women’s heart health national education action plan. The report includes an overview of the problem of cardiovascular disease in women and summaries of all workshop plenary sessions. Includes the top ideas and recommendations from the small group discussions.

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Page Count: 48 pages
Subject: Heart Disease-Other Heart Disease
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2001

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Strong Heart Study Data Book: A Report to American Indian Communities

This data book contains data from the baseline examination on the prevalence of major risk factors of CVD in American Indian men and women ages 45-74 in the American Indian communities from the three centers that participate in the Strong Heart Study. The information is presented in six sections:

• Section 1. Phase I - Enrollment and Demographics

• Section 2. Mortality and Morbidity Rates

• Section 3. Knowledge of CVD Factors

• Section 4. Biologic Risk Factors for CVD

• Section 5. Diabetes Prevalence and Diabetes-Related Variables

• Section 6. Environmental/Lifestyle Risk Factors

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Page Count: 56 pages
Subject: Community Education and Outreach
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2001

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ATP III At-A-Glance: Quick Desk Reference

This health professional reference outlines cholesterol management in a sequence of easy-to-follow steps.

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Page Count: 6 panels
Subject: Cholesterol-Guidelines
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2001

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• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of the High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III): Executive Summary
• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (ATP III Final Report)

Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of the High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III): Executive Summary

This publication for health professionals summarizes recommendations derived from the evidence-based full clinical guidelines. Key tables and figures from the full report are included for easy reference.

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Subject: Cholesterol-Guidelines
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2001

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This report was very helpful after getting through the terms for a novice. I continued to read until I came upon, "elevated serum triglycerides." Now I understand the phone call from the nuse and can be equip my spouse on the importance of weight reducation and diet change along with continued use of medication.

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• ATP III At-A-Glance: Quick Desk Reference
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Future Research Directions in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - NHLBI Workshop Summary

Between 3 and 7 million Americans are currently diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and the true prevalence is probably greater than 16 million (1). Many of these individuals suffer years of progressive discomfort and disability. With the number of deaths per year attributed to this disease at approximately 100,000 and increasing, COPD is now the fourth leading cause of death in this country (2) and is expected to be third by the year 2020. Cigarette smoking is firmly established as the major cause of COPD, but approximately one-quarter of Americans continue to smoke, despite aggressive smoking prevention and cessation efforts. Better means are clearly needed for the prevention and treatment of COPD, and more scientific research is needed to enable improvements in its clinical management.

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Managing Asthma: A Guide for Schools (2003 Edition)

An Easy-to-Implement Asthma-Friendly School Program

With this guide, you can put a simple-to-follow asthma-friendly program in place in your school. You will be able to brief teachers, coaches, guidance counselors, school nurses, and even the principal on their special role in making your school asthma-friendly. This 36-page guide - updated in 2003 to follow the latest asthma treatment guidelines - includes easily reproducible information sheets on how peak flow meters and metered-dose inhalers work, a fill-in asthma action plan template students with asthma to keep on file, an information sheet on the early signs of an asthma attack, and more. Sources of additional information about asthma are listed.

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Page Count: 36 pages
Subject: Asthma
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• Asthma and Physical Activity in the School
• Asthma Awareness: Curriculum for the Elementary Classroom

Mobilizing African American Communities to Address Disparities in Cardiovascular Health: The Baltimore City CV Health Partnership Strategy Development Workshop Summary Report

This report summarizes a full-day workshop (September 2001) of presentations, testimonials and programming recommendations made by over 75 health, housing and social service providers, community health advocates, and public housing leaders and residents of Baltimore City. Cosponsored by the National, Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and the Baltimore City Cardiovascular Health Partnership (BCCHP) partner institutions of Morgan State University Public Health Program, the Baltimore Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City, and the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks, the purpose of this activity was to provide the BCCHP recommendations and strategies for implementing culturally and contextually appropriate community heart health education and outreach activities for black Americans living in public housing developments of Baltimore City.

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Page Count: 64 pages
Subject: Community Education and Outreach
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2002

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• Cardiovascular Health: Small Group Discussions in Baltimore City Public Housing - Consumer Assessment for Community-Based Outreach and Education

Primary Prevention of Hypertension: Clinical and Public Health Advisory from the National High Blood Pressure Education Program

This 14 page booklet for health professionals reflects the latest scientific evidence on preventing high blood pressure and updates the 1993 "National High Blood Pressure Education Program Working Group Report on Primary Prevention of Hypertension". The new advisory emphasizes two complementary strategies to keep blood pressure from rising: a population-based strategy and an intensive strategy for high-risk individuals. Evaluations of traditional and non-traditional treatment programs are presented.

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Subject: High Blood Pressure-Other High Blood Pressure
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Date of Publication: 2002

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• Reference Card from the Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7)
• Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7 Express)

Aim for a Healthy Weight - 3 Steps to Initiate Discussion About Weight Management With Your Patients

This laminated card will help practitioners start conversations about weight management with overweight or obese patients. It provides tips for setting an effective tone for communication, how to assess your patient’s motivation and readiness to lose weight, and how to build a partnership with patients. It also includes a quick, at-a-glance chart for classifying your patient’s health risks.

Also available as part of Aim for a Healthy Weight Provider Kit - item number KT-021_06.

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Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Aim for a Healthy Weight
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Size: 6in. X 9 in.
Date of Publication: 2002

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• Aim for a Healthy Weight Patient Booklet
• Tips to Weight Loss Success Patient Tablet

Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (ATP III Final Report)

Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III, or ATP III) presents the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) updated recommendations on cholesterol testing and management. The ATP III document is an evidence-based report that provides the scientific rationale for the recommendations contained in the Executive Summary.

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ATP III is constructed on the foundation of ATP I and ATP II, with low density lipoprotein (LDL) continuing to be identified as the primary target of cholesterol lowering therapy.

New features of ATP III include:

• Aggressive treatment of persons who are at relatively high risk for coronary heart disease due to multiple risk factors
• Use of the lipoprotein profile as the first test for high cholesterol
• A new level at which low HDL (high density lipoprotein) becomes a major heart disease risk factor
• A new set of "Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes" to improve cholesterol levels
• An increased focus on a cluster of heart disease risk factors knows as "the metabolic syndrome"
• Increased attention to the treatment of high triglycerides

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Subject: Cholesterol-Guidelines
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2002

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• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of the High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III): Executive Summary
• ATP III At-A-Glance: Quick Desk Reference

Acute Lung Injury: Future Research Directions, Workshop Summary, January 21-22, 2002

Acute lung injury (ALI) and its more severe form, the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), are syndromes of acute respiratory failure that result from acute pulmonary edema and inflammation. The development of ALI/ARDS is associated with several clinical disorders including direct pulmonary injury from pneumonia and aspiration as well as indirect pulmonary injury from trauma, sepsis, and other disorders such as acute pancreatitis and drug overdose. Although mortality from ALI/ARDS has decreased in the last decade, it remains high. Despite two major advances in treatment, low VT ventilation for ALI/ARDS and activated protein C for severe sepsis (the leading cause of ALI/ARDS), additional research is needed to develop specific treatments and improve understanding of the pathogenesis of these syndromes. The NHLBI convened a working group to develop specific recommendations for future ALI/ARDS research. Improved understanding of disease heterogeneity through use of evolving biologic, genomic, and genetic approaches should provide major new insights into pathogenesis of ALI. Cellular and molecular methods combined with animal and clinical studies should lead to further progress in the detection and treatment of this complex disease.

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Asthma Data and Surveillance

These documents are intended to facilitate an informed and consistent explanation by federal agencies for changes in the asthma numbers, and to serve as a briefing outline in preparation for interviews with the media, for public discussions, and in preparation of written materials.

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• Expert Panel Report: Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma - Update on Selected Topics 2002

ACC/AHA/NHLBI Clinical Advisory on the Use and Safety of Statins

This American College of Cardiology/ American Heart Association/National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (ACC/AHA/NHLBI) Clinical Advisory is intended to summarize for professionals the current understanding of statin use, focused on myopathy, and to provide updated recommendations for the appropriate use of statins, including cautions, contraindications, and safety monitoring for statin therapy. Its purpose is not to discourage the appropriate use of statins, which have life-saving potential in properly selected patients, particularly those with established coronary heart disease (CHD) and others at high risk for developing CHD. Included are recent myopathy information compiled by the FDA, information from clinical trials, and summaries from the recently released report of the Adult Treatment Panel III (ATP III) of the National Cholesterol Education Program.

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Subject: Cholesterol-Other Cholesterol
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Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2002

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• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of the High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III): Executive Summary
• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (ATP III Final Report)

Working Meeting on Blood Pressure Measurement Summary Report

This report summarizes a meeting convened by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and American Heart Association to provide recommendations for blood pressure measurement in the United States. A central issue is the dependence on the mercury manometer as the "gold standard" for BP measurement. This instrument is no longer available in some health care settings. The goals of the meeting are to examine the science that supports current blood pressure measurement policies and to identify additional research needed to strengthen policies. This may lead to changes in standards by which blood pressure is measured and how instruments are regulated, thereby leading to changes in policies to improve measurement.

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Subject: High Blood Pressure-Other High Blood Pressure
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Keep the Beat: Heart Healthy Recipes from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Here is proof that what is good for your heart can be great for your taste buds!

As the recipes in this special collection show, you do not have to lose flavor to gain heart health and "keep the beat". Enjoy "Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken," "Red Hot Fusilli," "Crunchy Pumpkin Pie," and "Summer Breezes Smoothie." Contains more than 100 pages of tempting heart healthy, taste-tested recipes sure to please you and your family. Turn your meals from "ho-hum" to "yum-yum" experiences.

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Page Count: 145 pages
Subject: Recipe Collections
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: English
Size: 6 in. X 9 in.
Date of Publication: 2003

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Why do people still buy paper book if there are plenty of web pages with the same contents?

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I noticed that this recipe book has the old food guide pyramid. Will they add the new MyPyramid guide to this cook book soon?

9/5/2008 5:24:53 PM
I gave my copy to a friend who recently had open heart surgery.

7/9/2008 6:22:28 AM
By using this healthy recipes we can reduce our fat and cholesterol levels. It is good for health.

5/30/2008 2:32:04 PM
Thank you! I was searching for healthy food dishes that actually have some flavor!

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This book has really helped me jump start my goal of being healthier. There are lots of great ideas for meals and snacks. It’s been a lot of help keeping me on track.

11/2/2007 1:24:55 PM
You need to add more vegetarian main dishes; one’s that don’t center around beans.

8/27/2007 3:41:09 PM
I am an Occupational Health Nurse who deals with many employees who have high blood pressure or have suffered heart attacks. This book is an excellent resource for these employees. The first 24 pages are informative, giving information on portion size, reading labels etc, the other 121 pages are devoted to the heart healthy recipes. I have purchased these books to give to employees who need more information along with monitoring their conditions at work. I feel it is worth the $4.00 each as it has helped keep these workers productive and healthier.

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Last fall, my doctor expressed concern about my rising cholesterol. I stumbled on this website and began using the recipes that interested me, in addition to making other changes. As a single person, I find most of the recipes very easy to make, very tasty, and the nutiritional info is very helpful too. As a result of this and the other changes, my total cholesterol is down 30 points, my good c. is up, and my bad c. is down! I still eat the foods I like but they are now heart-healthy recipes. The doctor told me recently there is no need to go on medicine, in spite of a family history of heart problems! Thank you!

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• When Delicious Meets Nutritious: Recipes for Heart Health

Act in Time to Heart Attack Signs Easy to Read Handout - English

An illustrated easy-to-read one-page reproducible handout with key take-home messages about what to do if you think you or someone near you may be having a heart attack.

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Subject: Heart Attack-Act in Time to Heart Attack Signs
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• Act in Time to Heart Attack Signs Easy to Read Handout/Actué rápido frente a los síntomas de un ataque al corazón hoja básica (en español)
• Act In Time To Heart Attack Signs - Core Brochure English

My Blood Pressure Wallet Card

"I can do it!" is the message of this handy card that helps patients monitor their blood pressure readings, remember to take their medications, and keep up the lifestyle changes that will help lower their blood pressure. Reminds patients that they are the key to controlling their own blood pressure.

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Item No.: 03-5068
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Page Count: 6 panels
Subject: High Blood Pressure-Other High Blood Pressure
Audience: General Public/Patients
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Date of Publication: 2003

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This iinformation was helpful and informative for me. Keep these articles coming.

11/5/2007 9:51:33 PM
With a recent heart attack and subsequent stint, I now find myself with high blood pressure concerns. Extremely athletic all my life, I was shocked to become aware of this condition. All should take heed and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Thanks again...

9/6/2007 3:54:22 PM
I read this and it was very important to me and what to know about it and what to do also thank you

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Act in Time to Heart Attack Signs Easy to Read Handout/Actué rápido frente a los síntomas de un ataque al corazón hoja básica (en español)

Puede reproducir este folleto ilustrado de una página para los que hablan español. Contiene los mensajes esenciales para informarle lo que deben hacer si usted o alguien cercano sufra un ataque del corazón.

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Subject: Heart Attack-Act in Time to Heart Attack Signs
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Language: Spanish
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2003

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2003 National Sleep Disorders Research Plan

This special report summarizes the new knowledge acquired in the area of sleep disorder research since 1996, and provides an updated and expanded guide for scientific research on sleep and its disorders. Features sections on basic sleep science, neurobehavioral and physiological effects of restricted sleep, enabling technology, sleep and health, sleep disorders, pediatrics, education and training.

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Subject: Sleep-Other/General Sleep
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Honoring the Gift of Heart Health for American Indians and Alaskan Natives Visuals and Handouts

Contains 48 full color graphics based on the Honoring the Gift of Heart Health educational booklets for American Indians and Alaskan Natives suitable for handouts and takeaways for participants. Available in MS Powerpoint format as well.

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Subject: Community Education and Outreach
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8/10/2007 11:36:19 AM
This curriculum is so user friendly, anyone can use it to teach in their community. It provides a good base and has everything you need-slides, what to say, handouts, and is culturally relevant. You can always add to the material if you want. HGHH helps you teach "complex information" in a simple way, broken into manageable steps.

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Reference Card from the Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7)

New Hypertension Guidelines Quick Reference Card Will Stand Up to Thousands of Glances

Tack it on the records station bulletin board. Snap it on a clipboard. We’ve designed this card for the rush and punishment of the active clinic. The laminated card includes at-a-glance versions of essential JNC 7 evaluation changes, new treatment algorithm, and compelling indications for individual drug classes. Get this card for those who don’t have time to stop to consult the Evidence Report during treatment hours.

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Subject: High Blood Pressure-JNC 7 Guidelines
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Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2003

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6/12/2011 11:48:17 AM
If you don’t known who you are, renaming the card won’t help you. The card is a concise aid to those entrusted with the care of patients.

3/7/2011 2:54:06 PM
It is good to have nhbli CE’s and guildelines to follow. But how many providers really abide by it or do they have their own way-I know few of them that do their own guidelines.

10/10/2010 12:08:31 PM
Thank you for the great resource and I agree, it should be renamed to reflect the current practice of practitioners.

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11/14/2009 7:11:48 PM
Excellent. The date on this reference card is 2003. It would be beneficial to review and revise the date.. even if there are no changes in the format/information

4/12/2009 9:00:08 PM
very good as a student learning tool

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Agree that the card should be renamed to "clinicians" instead of "physician"

9/4/2007 12:01:27 AM
This card is perfect for the guideline check.

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4/18/2007 11:13:07 PM
This card is wonderful- but it should be termed a "Clinician Reference Card" rather than a "Physician Reference Card"- it could be confusing to the public, as well as other clinicians and mid-level providers who prescribe medication.

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Your Guide to Lowering Blood Pressure

You CAN Lower Your Blood Pressure With this Guide

"You can do it!" is the message in this action-packed guide. Follow step-by-step instructions on how to achieve and maintain a lower blood pressure through lifestyle and, if prescribed, medication. It’s filled with practical advice about how to find your target weight, use herbs and spices to reduce sodium intake, and even how to remember to take your blood pressure medication. The bright, colorful design and upbeat language motivates as it educates hypertensive and pre-hypertensive patients to take control of their cardiovascular health.

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Page Count: 20 pages
Subject: High Blood Pressure-Other High Blood Pressure
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2003

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Brochure includes all the required information needed about blood pressure.

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4/8/2010 12:45:47 PM
I found all the answers I was looking for. This report provides great valuable lesson to everyone, not only for HBP people but also their family members and love ones. Thank you.

3/30/2010 1:16:56 AM
Basic common sense information that everyone probably knows, but are in denial about really having to follow it to be healthy. Lowering your blood pressure is so much more important than you know, and take it from someone who knows what it can do to someone and ruin your life, if not taken seriously! Don’t wait until someone you love, does not follow Drs. recommendations and their medication properly and has a stroke! Live changing! Don’t let it happen to someone you love or worst, yourself!

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1/19/2010 7:59:01 PM
very informative, exactly was i was looking for

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4/30/2009 7:11:02 PM
This was very good in telling you how to handle hypertension and how to avoid it. My question is why should we have different goals as to what our blood pressure should be. I would think one goal would be the same number for everyone.

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This document summarizes all the facts I’ve seen in various places and is a great reference guide to keep on hand.

4/13/2008 12:00:51 PM
Excellent. Answers may questions.

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Is helpful and hope there will be more pictures or video about this topic.

1/11/2008 7:00:35 PM
VERY IMPORTANT INFO FOR ALL CONCERNED ABOUT THEIR HEALTH.

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Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7 Express)

JNC 7 Express Highlights "Must Know" Clinical Practice Updates

This special version of the updated clinical practice guidelines for hypertension is written for the busy Primary Care Clinician. The JNC 7 Express Report focuses on practical applications of the new evidence, including a revised treatment algorithm, drug tables, and convenient references. Get this for the quick-study health worker who needs to keep abreast of standards of treatment and incorporate the latest evidence into daily practice.

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Page Count: 34 pages
Subject: High Blood Pressure-JNC 7 Guidelines
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Language: English
Size: 6 in. X 9 in.
Date of Publication: 2003

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Clarity in presenting information about a very serious condition, that is not easily detected in the early stages.

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The JNC VI guidelines provided better dietary information

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This report gives the most recognized authoritative recommendations for diagnosis and management of hypertension in the United States. The reader would do well to take the BHS review into consideration as it is more up to date. http://www.nice.org.uk/CG034

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Clinical Research Needs and Opportunities, Workshop Summary, March 21-22, 2002

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common condition, and one difficult to manage. Available treatments, other than smoking cessation, are only minimally effective, and the knowledge basis for clinical decision making is limited. To identify areas in which further clinical research may lead to significant improvements in the care of patients with COPD, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute convened a Working Group, entitled "Clinical Research in COPD: Needs and Opportunities," on March 21-22, 2002. This group of experts identified important questions in the field and made the following recommendations:

(1 ) establish a multi-center Clinical Research Network to perform multiple, short-term clinical trials of treatments in patients with moderate-to-severe COPD;
(2 ) create a system for the standardized collection, processing, and distribution of lung tissue specimens and associated clinical and laboratory data;
(3 ) develop standards for the classification and staging of COPD;
(4 ) characterize the development and progression of COPD using measures and biomarkers that relate to current concepts of pathogenesis; and
(5 ) evaluate indications for long-term oxygen therapy for patients with COPD.

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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2003

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Menopause Related Research

Because many of the diseases and conditions that fall within the NHLBI mandate (e.g., coronary disease, hypertension, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) primarily affect older people, many postmenopausal women are being studied in the Institute’s clinical research programs. This document focuses specifically on NHLBI-supported research in women that is related to reproductive hormonal status or to changes in health risks that occur as women pass through menopause.

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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2003

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National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Resolution on Asthma Management at School

The National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) believes that a healthy student is a student ready to learn. Asthma-friendly schools are those that make the effort to create safe and supportive learning environments for students with asthma. They have policies and procedures that allow students to successfully manage their asthma. Chances for success are better when the whole school community takes part--school administrators, teachers, and staff, as well as students and parents. This resolution details specific and highly desirable policy actions for schools. 2 pages. It can be used to guide state and local school policies. Updated November 2005.

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Subject: Asthma
Audience: Health Professionals and General Public
Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2005

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National Emphysema Treatment Trial (NETT): Evaluation of Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema - Background and Study Information

In lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS), the size of the lungs is reduced. The theory underlying the surgery is that reducing the lung size will pull open the airways and allow the breathing muscles to return to a more normal and comfortable position, making breathing easier.

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Subject: COPD/Emphysema
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2003

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Peripheral Arterial Disease Workshop: Developing a Public Awareness Campaign

This meeting summary captures presentations and discussions held at the January 15, 2003, NHLBI Workshop on Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD): Developing a Public Awareness Campaign. The workshop was part of a 2-day Education Strategy Meeting convened by the Vascular Disease Foundation. Included are recommendations from workshop participants and patients with PAD regarding potential messages and strategies for a public awareness campaign.

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Subject: Peripheral Arterial Disease
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Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2003

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Keep Your Heart in Check-Know Your Blood Pressure Number/Hay Kham Kiem Tra Tim - Biet So Do Huyet Ap Cua Ban (bilingual English, Vietnamese)

Keep Your Heart in Check explains what high blood pressure is, how to read your blood pressure number, and ways to keep blood pressure in the normal range. This series of publications, Vietnamese Aspire for Healthy Hearts, is written for Vietnamese families. These easy-to-read, bilingual Vietnamese and English fact sheets provide readers with tips and essential information about lowering their risk for heart disease.

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Page Count: 4 pages
Subject: High Blood Pressure-Other High Blood Pressure
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: Vietnamese, English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• Be Active for a Healthier Heart/Sieng Nang Hoat Dong De Trai Tim Khoe Manh (bilingual English, Vietnamese)
• Don’t Burn Your Life Away-Be Good to Your Heart/Dung Dot Bo Cuoc Doi - Ban Hay Nhe Nhang Voi Trai Tim Minh (bilingual English, Vietnamese)

Be Active for a Healthier Heart/Sieng Nang Hoat Dong De Trai Tim Khoe Manh (bilingual English, Vietnamese)

Be Active for a Healthier Heart explains the importance of daily physical activity in the prevention of heart disease. This series of publications, Vietnamese Aspire for Healthy Hearts, is written for Vietnamese families. These easy-to-read, bilingual Vietnamese and English fact sheets provide readers with tips and essential information about lowering their risk for heart disease.

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Page Count: 4 pages
Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Other
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: Vietnamese, English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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Serve Up a Healthy Life with Good Nutrition/Song Lanh Manh Voi Dinh Duong Tot (bilingual English, Vietnamese)

Serve Up a Healthy Life talks about the heart health benefits of proper nutrition. This series of publications, Vietnamese Aspire for Healthy Hearts, is written for Vietnamese families. These easy-to-read, bilingual Vietnamese and English fact sheets provide readers with tips and essential information about lowering their risk for heart disease.

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Page Count: 4 pages
Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Other
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Language: Vietnamese, English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• Keep Your Heart in Check-Know Your Blood Pressure Number/Hay Kham Kiem Tra Tim - Biet So Do Huyet Ap Cua Ban (bilingual English, Vietnamese)
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Don’t Burn Your Life Away-Be Good to Your Heart/Dung Dot Bo Cuoc Doi - Ban Hay Nhe Nhang Voi Trai Tim Minh (bilingual English, Vietnamese)

Don’t Burn Your Life Away discusses the harmful effects tobacco abuse can have on the body. This series of publications, Vietnamese Aspire for Healthy Hearts, is written for Vietnamese families. These easy-to-read, bilingual Vietnamese and English fact sheets provide readers with tips and essential information about lowering their risk for heart disease.

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Page Count: 4 pages
Subject: Heart Disease-Other Heart Disease
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: Vietnamese, English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure - Complete Report

JNC 7 Complete Report: The Science Behind the New Guidelines

This complete version of the updated guidelines for hypertension is written for the health care professional who wants to understand the science behind the new recommendations on high blood pressure. The JNC 7 Complete Report focuses on the new evidence, including a revised treatment algorithm, drug tables, and more. Get this for the health professional or researcher who needs to understand the full scope and significance of the new findings on high blood pressure.

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Page Count: 86 pages
Subject: High Blood Pressure-JNC 7 Guidelines
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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statistical diagram are so good , easy to understand with little time , please continue publishing your research evidence reports.

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very beneficial and excellent work by committee.plz keep it on.

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great work

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The best reference for the management of patients with hypertension, very helpful to teachers, students

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Great job guys!

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Nice guidelines

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This is a great guide we need it in Swahili language.

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Excelent guide! Very useful. Is available in Spanish?

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Please we need it in Spanish

6/13/2005 6:28:59 PM
This is a great guide, but it is needed in Spanish.

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Think Tank on Enhancing Obesity Research at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Full Report

Overweight and obesity affect all segments of the population at alarming rates. This document summarizes the findings of a 2-day think tank conducted by NHLBI in March 2003. This session brought together leading experts on the issue from the academic, consumer and professional communities.

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Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Other
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The Additional Resources from NAEPP Member Organizations

The NAEPP School Asthma Education Committee (SAEC) aims to identify gaps in information for which development of asthma educational materials may be useful. This site links to Preparing for School Emergencies, (National Association of School Nurses) which describes what schools with and those without nurses should have in place; and to Rescue Medications in School, (National Association of School Nurses), which describes how a school should decide about providing specific stock medications.

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Managing Asthma During Pregnancy: Recommendations for Pharmacologic Treatment Update 2004 Evidence Tables

Includes tables with accompanying references on the Effects of bronchodilators beta-agonists on maternal health and fetal outcomes when used to treat asthma during pregnancy; Effects of bronchodilators theophylline on maternal health and fetal outcomes when used to treat asthma during pregnancy; Effects of cromolyn on maternal health and fetal outcomes when used to treat asthma during pregnancy; Effects of inhaled corticosteroids on maternal health and fetal outcomes when used to treat asthma during pregnancy; Effects of oral steroids on maternal health and fetal outcomes when used to treat asthma during pregnancy.

Item No.: 04-ASTHPREGEVID
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Page Count: 60 pages
Subject: Asthma + Pregnancy Guidelines
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
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Date of Publication: 2004

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• Working Group Report on Managing Asthma During Pregnancy: Recommendations for Pharmacologic Treatment - Update 2004
• Quick Reference from the Working Group Report on Managing Asthma During Pregnancy: Recommendations for Pharmacologic Treatment - Update 2004

ATP III Update 2004: Implications of Recent Clinical Trials for the ATP III Guidelines

The Adult Treatment Panel III (ATP III) of the National Cholesterol Education Program issued an evidence-based set of guidelines on cholesterol management in 2001 (Executive Summary published in JAMA, 2001;285:2486-2497). Since the publication of ATP III, 5 major clinical trials of statin therapy with clinical end points have been published. These trials addressed issues that were not examined in previous clinical trials of cholesterol-lowering therapy. The present document reviews the results of these recent trials and assesses their implications for cholesterol management.

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Development of the Adult Treatment Panel III Update and Financial disclosure of working group members.

NHLBI Clinical Guidelines Development, Statement from Barbara Alving, M.D., Acting Director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

NHLBI Responds to CSPI Letter on Cholesterol Guidelines

Origins of the National High Blood Pressure Education Program (NHBPEP) and the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)

Item No.: 04-ATPIIIUPDATE
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Page Count: 13 pages
Subject: Cholesterol-Guidelines
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of the High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III): Executive Summary
• Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (ATP III Final Report)

Healthy Weight Community Outreach Initiative Strategy Development Workshop Report

The NHLBI Obesity Education Initiative (OEI) convened a 2-day meeting to help develop a national public education outreach initiative to help reduce and prevent overweight and obesity in the United States. This Strategy Development Workshop, held on February 17-18, 2004, convened more that 70 public health leaders, nutritionists and dieticians, food industry experts, health communicators, youth marketing experts, park and recreation officials, and others from professional societies and constituency groups. The Workshop proceedings illuminated the complexity of the factors leading to weight gain; the many environmental and societal influences on the eating and physical activity habits of various population groups; and the community-based strategies that might encourage healthier habits.

Item No.: 04-HEALTHYWIGHTCOMMOUT
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Format: NHLBI produced publications : Color
Page Count: 56 pages
Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Other
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children Activity and Nutrition) Materials - Energize Our Community: Toolkit for Action
• We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children Activity and Nutrition) Materials - Families Finding the Balance: A Parent Handbook - English

NHLBI Morbilidity and Mortality Chart Book

The NHLBI Chartbook is a biennial compilation of data on the size and trends of morbidity and mortality from the cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases. While most charts describe national prevalence, hospitalizations, and mortality statistics, some of them provide additional information by state or country. Risk factors estimates and the economic costs of these diseases are also included.

Item No.: 04-NHLBIMORBIDITYCHARTBK
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Page Count: 90 pages
Subject: Data
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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Think Tank on Enhancing Obesity Research at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Executive Summary

Overweight and obesity affect all segments of the population at alarming rates. This document summarizes the findings of a 2-day think tank conducted by NHLBI in March 2003. This session brought together leading experts on the issue from the academic, consumer and professional communities. This Executive Summay highlights key conclusions of the Think Tank on the magnitude of the problem, and the relationship of obesity to heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders.

Item No.: 04-OBESTHINKEXSUMM
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Format: NHLBI produced publications : Color
Page Count: 44 pages
Subject: Obesity and Physical Activity-Other
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• Think Tank on Enhancing Obesity Research at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Full Report
• Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: The Evidence Report

Peripheral Arterial Disease Coalition Inaugural Meeting Summary

This meeting summary captures the essence of the PAD Coalition’s inaugural meeting held at the National Institutes of Health on June 17, 2004. Coalition members discussed the role and mission of the Coalition, its organizational structure, and initial projects. Representatives of member organizations reported on their current activities related to PAD.

Item No.: 04-PADCOALITIONMTG
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Page Count: 18 pages
Subject: Peripheral Arterial Disease
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• Peripheral Arterial Disease Workshop: Developing a Public Awareness Campaign

Clinical Alert: Transfusions Should Continue in Children with SCD who are at Risk of Strokes

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) announced today an advisory recommending that blood transfusions should be continued in order to reduce the rate of strokes (cerebral infarctions or hemorrhages) in children with sickle cell anemia who are at risk of strokes. Strokes occur in approximately 10% of children with sickle cell anemia. These cerebral vascular events can be very debilitating, leading to physical and neuro-psychological impairment which can affect motor skills, school performance, and overall quality of life.

Item No.: 04-TRANSFUSIONS-SCD
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Subject: Blood-Sickle Cell Disease
Audience: Health Professionals
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2004

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• The Management of Sickle Cell Disease
• Facts about Sickle Cell Anemia

High Blood Cholesterol - What You Need to Know

Newly revised in 2005! This publication for patients and the general public is based on the most recent clinical guidelines and finding on cholesterol testing and management. Find out what your cholesterol numbers mean and what treatment your doctor may prescribe to help lower your cholesterol level. It includes a tool to estimate the risk for having a heart attack, and outlines ways to reduce risk. Laminated to hold up through many uses.

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Item No.: 05-3290
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Format: NHLBI produced publications : Color
Page Count: 9 panel trifold
Subject: Cholesterol-Other Cholesterol
Audience: General Public/Patients
Language: English
Size: 8.5 in. X 11 in.
Date of Publication: 2005

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My HDL was 114, but your calculator would not accept anything over a 100. I just thought you like to know.

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This is a great tool to help predict heart attacks!

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Very informative and simple to understand, I thought only my parent’s had to worry. Now I know better.

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Found information to be very helpful. Lots of good advice to lower cholesterol.

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I am a woman age 51. I have always eaten whole grain, no red meat, generally low fat, high fiber diet. My latest blood test came back with very high LDL, and I was shocked (at least my HDL levels were high also). It seems that stress can give you high cholesterol, no matter what you eat. Your own body will make it. So get checked.

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Excellent fact-filled information is given on what causes high cholesterol and what you and your physician can do to get it lowered. Real numbers are given so that you can understand better what is desirable and what is not. Great site.

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The cholesterol information is useful and straight forward. The main solution for high cholesterol seems to be the TLC diet. While those three letters appear many times, nothing tells the reader where to go to find a detailed description of this diet.

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This a very dangerous thing. I think everybody needs to look at their nutrition facts on their food. I haven’t been around for like 40 years or more but I do know that food didn’t use to have all those bad things that are very harmful to your body. So watch out and take care of your body. Stay healthy

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