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  1. Multicultural Health Communication Service of the New South Wales Health Department
  2. National Immunization Program, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  3. National Heart Lung and Blood Institute - Easy to Read Heart Health Booklets
  4. Family HealthCare Center
  5. Adapted from the Twin Cities Immigrant Orientation Guide
  6. Adapted from the Health Guide for Refugees in Minnesota from the Minnesota Department of Health
  7. Text created by Ethnomed
  8. Text by the Food and Drug Administration - Easy-to-Read Publications
  9. Text created by the Virginia State Health Department Division of Tuberculosis Control
  10. Text by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
  11. Text by the National Institutes of Mental Health
  12. Text by the Sound Partners of the Crossing Borders project of Portland, Maine
  13. Text by FamilyDoctor.org a part of the American Academy of Family Physicians
  14. Text by National Institute of Diabetes & Kidney Diseases
  15. Text by Health Information Translations
  16. Text by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health
  17. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Men's Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Women's Health
  18. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Clean Hands Campaign
  19. Bright Futures Family Tip Sheets from the National Center for Maternal and Child Health and Georgetown University
  20. Text from MedlinePlus Health Topics introduction
  21. North Dakota State Department of Health Health Alert Network
  22. International Rescue Committee-San Diego
  23. Text from "Are You Prepared?" by the Cass (ND) and Clay (MN) Emergency Planning Partnerships
  24. Text from the Food and Nutrition Handout Series from the USCRI (United States Committee on Refugees and Immigrants" Refugee Health Food and Nutrition Division
  25. Text from the "Healthy Living Toolkit” by the Healthy Refugees, Healthy Families Program of the U.S. Committee on Refugees and Immigrants
  26. The Joint Commission
  27. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Coumadin/warfarin Education
  28. Hablamos Juntos - Signs that Work project
  29. Staying Healthy by the Florida Literacy Coalition
  30. Text adapted from AIDS.gov materials
  31. Text adapted from Safe from Falls toolkit materials from the Minnesota Hospital Association
  32. Text adapted from “Understanding Cervical Changes: A Health Guide for Women” by the National Cancer Institute
  33. Text adapted from the Patient Safety Guides by SHEA (Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America)
  34. Text adapted from content developed by the University of Alabama School of Education and the Lister Hill Library of Health Sciences
  35. Text from the "What is Medicare? What is Medicaid? " publication from the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services
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Abuse
Domestic Violence hurts the whole family.
1
1998
2011
Child Abuse (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Domestic Violence (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
AIDS and HIV
About HIV and AIDS
8
2008
2009
AIDS and Pregnancy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
HIV/AIDS - How you get HIV/AIDS
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Prevention
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Signs & Symptoms
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Testing
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Treatment
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - What is it?
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Viral Load
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Opportunistic Infections
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Reducing Sexual Risks
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Substance Abuse
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Preventing Mother to Child Transmission
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - CD4 Count
30
2009
2010
HIV/AIDS - Sharing your HIV status with others
30
2009
2010
Asthma
Asthma (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Asthma in Children (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Asthma and Children - A Guide to Coping
1
1999
2010
Cancer
Bladder Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Breast Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Cervical Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2099
2011
Colorectal Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Multiple Myeloma (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Neuroblastoma (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Pancreatic Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Prostate Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Skin Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Testicular Cancer (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
What is Colorectal Cancer?
7
2004
2010
Who is at Risk for Colorectal Cancer?
7
2004
2010
Children/Infants
Adolescence
19
2001
2010
Adoption (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Bullying (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Car Seat Safety
15
2006
2010
Cerebral Palsy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Child Care (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Circumcision (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cleft Lip and Palate (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Down Syndrome (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Ear Infections (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Fifth Disease (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Infancy
19
2001
2010
Lead Poisoning in Children
12
2003
2009
Obesity in Childhood (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Premature Babies (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Prevent Poisoning in Children
12
2003
2009
Dental Health
Child Dental Health (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Dentures (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Getting older? Why your Teeth and Gums are Important for Good Health
1
2000
2010
Diabetes
Diabetes (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diabetes Complications (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diabetes-Taking Care of My Feet (Publication 03-4282)
14
2008
2009
How Can Diabetes Hurt My Feet? (Publication 03-4282)
14
2008
2009
Diabetes-Are you at risk for the fastest growing disease?
1
2002
2009
Diabetes - Getting Your Insulin Dose Ready
15
2009
2010
Diabetes - Giving a Subcutaneous Injection
15
2009
2010
Control Your.Diabetes: It's Worth Your Time – The Basics
4
2002
2009
Control Your.Diabetes: It's Worth Your Time – Diet and Exercise
4
2002
2009
Control Your.Diabetes: It's Worth Your Time – Medication and Glucose Numbers
4
2002
2009
Diabetic Eye Problems (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diabetic Kidney Problems (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diabetic Nerve Problems (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diseases and Conditions
Alcoholism (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Allergy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Alzheimers Disease (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Appendicitis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Arthritis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Back Pain (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Bedbugs (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Cataract (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cold Sores (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
COPD (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Deep Vein Thrombosis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Dementia (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
E. Coli Infections (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Epilepsy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Eye Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Gallbladder Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Gout (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hay Fever (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Head Lice (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hepatitis A (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hepatitis C (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Hernia (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Incontinence - Part 1 (The Basics)
34
2010
2011
Incontinence - Part 2 (Getting Help)
34
2011
2011
Infectious Mononucleosis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Kidney Failure (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Liver Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Lung Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Lupus (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Macular Degeneration (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Migraine (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Motion Sickness (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Multiple Sclerosis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Obesity (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Osteoporosis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Stroke
15
2005
2010
Thyroid Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Urinary Tract Infections (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Warts (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Whooping Cough (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Yeast Infections (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Emergencies
Blackouts
23
2008
2011
Build an Emergency Preparedness Kit
23
2008
2011
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Chemical Emergencies
23
2008
2011
Downed Power Lines
23
2008
2011
Evacuation and Community Shelters
23
2008
2011
Fire Safety at Home
23
2008
2011
Floods and Flash Flooding
23
2008
2011
Heat Waves
23
2008
2011
How to Recognize if Chemical Agents Have Been Used
21
2005
2011
How to Use the 911 Emergency Telephone System
5
2002
2011
Lightning and Thunderstorms
23
2008
2011
Make an Emergency Plan
23
2008
2011
Natural Gas Emergencies
23
2008
2011
Pets and Disaster
23
2008
2011
Public Health Emergencies
23
2008
2011
Recognizing Medical Emergencies
6
2000
2010
Safe Water
16
2005
2010
Sheltering in Place
23
2008
2011
Sirens and Telephone Alerts
23
2008
2011
Tornadoes
23
2008
2011
Volunteers Needed
23
2008
2011
Watches and Warnings
23
2008
2011
What to do in an Emergency: A Checklist
21
2005
2010
What to Expect in the Emergency Room
6
2000
2010
Wildfires
23
2008
2011
Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
23
2008
2011
Food and Nutrition
Breast Milk for Healthy Babies - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Feeding Your Baby with Breast Milk (Pub 01-2321)
8
2006
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Diet
27
2008
2009
Cut Down on Fat—Not on Taste!
3
1996
2011
Cut Down on Salt and Sodium!
3
1996
2011
Food Safety for Seniors - The Basics
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Food Safety at Home
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Special Foods/Special Advice
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Eating Out, Bringing In
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Thermometer Tips
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Apply the Heat
10
2003
2010
Food Safety for Seniors - Refrigerator and Freezer Storage Chart
10
2003
2010
Good Hygiene for Safe Food - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Healthy Foods for Healthy Adults - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Healthy Food for Healthy Children - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Keep Your Food Safe (FDA 00-2234)
8
2000
(rev2004)
2009
Meal Time is Family Time - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Smart Grocery Shopping - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Heart
Angina (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Arrhythmia (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cardiac Arrest (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Congenital Heart Defects (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
15
2005
2011
Heart Attack
15
2005
2011
Heart Failure
15
2005
2011
Heart Valve Diseases (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Housing
Renting Issues
22
2006
2009
Immunization
Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine
2
1/10/07
2009
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis Vaccine (DTaP)
2
5/17/07
2009
Hepatitis A Vaccine
2
3/21/2006
2009
Hepatitis B Vaccine
2
7/11/01
2009
Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (HIB) Vaccine
2
12/16/1998
2007
Live Influenza Vaccine
2
8/10/2010
2010
Inactivated Influenza Vaccine
2
8/10/2010
2010
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
2
1/15/2003
2009
Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV)
2
1/1/2000
2009
Pneumococcal Polysaccharide (PPSV) Vaccine
2
4/16/2009
2009
Tetanus and Diphtheria (Td) Vaccine
2
6/10/1994
2009
Injuries and Wounds
Animal Bites (An Introduction)
20
2011
2011
Ankle Sprain
15
2006
2010
Bone Fractures
15
2006
2010
Burns (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Concussion (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Falls (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Foot Injuries and Disorders (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hand Injuries and Disorders (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Insect Bites and Stings (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Knee Injuries and Disorders (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Pressure (Bed) Sores (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Jobs
Employment in the United States
22
2006
2009
Medical Tests
Barium Enema Test Preparation
7
2004
2009
Blood Transfusion and Donation (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Chest X-Ray
15
2007
2009
Colonoscopy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Colonoscopy Test Preparation with Fleets
7
2004
2009
Colonoscopy Test Preparation with Golytely
7
2004
2009
Colposcopy
32
2009
2010
Coumadin®/warfarin - Blood Tests
27
2008
2009
CT (Cat) Scans (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diagnostic Imaging (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Endoscopy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Female - Clean Catch Urine Test
15
2010
2011
Five Screening Tests for Colorectal Cancer
7
2004
2009
Genetic Testing (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hemoccult Test Instructions
7
2004
2009
Laboratory Tests (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Mammography(An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Mammograms
15
2005
2009
MRI Scans (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Newborn Screening (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Pap Test Results - The Basics
32
2009
2010
Pap Test Results (Abnormal) - ASC-US
32
2009
2010
Pap Test Results (Abnormal) - ASC-H or ACG
32
2009
2010
Pap Test Results (Abnormal) - LSIL
32
2009
2010
Pap Test Results (Abnormal) - HSIL or AIS
32
2009
2010
Pap Test Results (Abnormal) - Cancer
32
2009
2010
Prenatal Testing (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Sigmoidoscopy Test Preparation
7
2004
2009
Ultrasound (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
X-Rays (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Medicines
Antibiotics (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cancer Chemotherapy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cough and Cold Medicines (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Coumadin®/warfarin - An Introduction
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - What it is and What it Does
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - How to Take
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Possible Side Effects
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Stay Safe While Taking
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Use of Other Medications
27
2008
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Medical Conditions Treated
27
2008
2009
Diabetes Medicines (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Facts about Generic Drugs
10
2006
2009
Pain Relievers (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Reading Medicine Labels
29
2009
2010
Statins (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Use Medicine Safely
8
2001
2009
Mental Health
Anxiety (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Autism (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Bipolar Disorder (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Mental Health (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Panic Disorder (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Postpartum Depression (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - A Real Illness
11
2000
2009
Schizophrenia (An Introduction)
20
2007
2011
Stories of Depression - The Basics
11
2002
2009
Stories of Depression - Getting Help
11
2002
2009
Suicide (An Introduction)
20
2007
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Patient Safety
Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections
33
2009
2011
Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections
33
2009
2011
Clostridium Difficile Infections
33
2009
2011
Medical Errors: Tips to Help Prevent Them
13
2006
2009
MRSA (Methacillin Resistant Staphylococcal Aureus)
33
2009
2011
Prevent Errors in Your Child's Care Care (The Basics)
20
2009
2009
Prevent Errors in Your Child's Care Care (Going to the Hospital)
20
2009
2009
Prevent Errors in Your Child's Care Care (Having an Operation)
20
2009
2009
Prevent Errors in Your Child's Care (Lab and Medical Tests)
20
2009
2009
Prevent Errors in Your Child's Care Care (Taking Medicines Safely)
20
2009
2009
Preventing Falls in the Hospital
31
2009
2011
Self-management: Taking Charge of Your Health
13
2006
2009
SpeakUP - Prevent Errors in Your Care (Part1)
26
2008
2009
SpeakUP - Prevent Errors in Your Care (Part2)
26
2008
2009
Surgical Site Infections
33
2009
2011
Symbols - To Help You in the Hospital
28
2008
2008
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus
33
2009
2011
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
33
2009
2011
Personal Health Issues and the Healthcare System
Advance Directives (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Assisted Living (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
End of Life Issues (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
What is Medicaid?
35
2011
2011
What is Medicare?
35
2011
2011
Pregnancy and Reproduction
Birth Control (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cesarean Section (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diabetes and Pregnancy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Healthy Pregnancy
25
2001
2009
Health Problems in Pregnancy (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Prenatal Care
12
2003
2009
Sexual Health Issues
Chlamydia Infections (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Genital Warts (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Gonorrhea (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Syphilis (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Smoking
Kick the Smoking Habit!
3
1996
2009
Staying Healthy
Clean Hands Save Lives
18
2006
2009
Coumadin®/warfarin - Share Information with Your Other Doctors
27
2008
2009
Health on the Web: Finding Reliable Health Information
13
2008
2009
Learn Your Cholesterol Number!
3
1996
2009
Maintain a Healthy Weight - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Protect Your Heart—Lower Your Blood Cholesterol!
3
1996
2009
Stay Active and Feel Better!
3
1996
2009
Stay Active to Stay Healthy - USCRI Nutrition Handout Series
24
2008
2009
Sun Exposure (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Surviving the Cold and Flu Season
1
1996
2009
Take Steps—Prevent High Blood Pressure!
3
1996
2009
Tips for a Healthy Life for Men and Women
17
2006
2009
Watch Your Weight!
3
1996
2009
Substance Abuse
Cocaine (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Inhalants (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Methamphetamine (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Symptoms
Abdominal Pain (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Breathing Problems (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Bruises (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Chest Pain (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Choking (An Introduction)
20
2009
2009
Constipation (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Cough (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Diarrhea (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Dizziness and Vertigo (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Edema (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Fainting (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Fever (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Gas (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
GI Bleeding (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Headache (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Heartburn (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hives (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hypoglycemia (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Hypothermia (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Itching (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Jaundice (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Muscle Cramps (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
About Your Pain
15
2005
2011
Pelvic Pain (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Sciatica (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Seizures (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Tonsils and Adenoids (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Tremor (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Vaginal Bleeding (An Introduction)
20
2009
2011
Tuberculosis
Do I Need a TB Test?
9
2002
2010
TB & BCG
9
2002
2010
STOP TB Infection Before It Makes You Sick
9
2002
2010
TB Disease - You Need Treatment to Make You Well
9
2002
2010
TB and HIV: A Dangerous Partnership
9
2002
2010
What is a TB Test?
9
2002
2010
What You Should Know about Taking Tuberculosis Medicines
9
2002
2010
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