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Coronary Heart Disease (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
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Patient resources related to coronary heart disease provided by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. |
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DAST - Drug Abuse Screening Test
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The Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST) was developed in 1982 and is a 28-item self-report scale that consists of items that parallel those of the Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST). The DAST has “exhibited valid psychometric properties” and has been found to be “a sensitive screening instrument for the abuse of drugs other than alcohol". |
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Diabetes for Health Professionals (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)
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NIDDK clinical practice tools and patient education materials can help health care professionals effectively meet the needs of people with or at risk for diabetes. |
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015--2020
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The 2015--2020 Dietary Guidelines is designed to help Americans eat a healthier diet. Intended for policymakers and health professionals, this edition of the Dietary Guidelines outlines how people can improve their overall eating patterns -- the complete combination of foods and drinks in their diet. |
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Fracture Risk Assessment Tool - FRAX
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The FRAX® tool was developed by the World Heath Organization to evaluate fracture risk of patients. It is based on individual patient models that integrate the risks associated with clinical risk factors as well as bone mineral density (BMD) at the femoral neck. |
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Health Equity Resource Toolkit for State Practitioners Addressing Obesity Disparities
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This document was created to provide examples of strategies and surveillance data which can
be used to inform obesity prevention initiatives. |
Adult, Senior |
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Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit contains general guidance to assist primary care settings with linking patients to nonmedical support. |
Adult, Senior |
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Healthy Lifestyle for CVD Prevention in Adults with Cardiovascular Risk Factors: AFP's Putting Prevention Into Practice
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The journal American Family Physician (AFP) provides a series of short case studies and quizzes based on recommendations issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. |
Adult, Senior |
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Hormone Therapy for the Primary Prevention of Chronic Conditions in Postmenopausal Women: AFP's Putting Prevention Into Practice
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The journal American Family Physician (AFP) provides a series of short case studies and quizzes based on recommendations issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. |
Adult, Senior |
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Hypertension Resources for Health Professionals (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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Resources for health professionals to support hypertension prevention and management and educate others. |
Adult, Senior |
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Interventions for Tobacco Smoking Cessation in Adults, Including Pregnant Persons: AFP's Putting Prevention Into Practice
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The journal American Family Physician (AFP) provides a series of short case studies and quizzes based on recommendations issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. |
Adult, Senior |
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Is Prostate Cancer Screening Right for You?
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Infographic showing the benefits and harms of prostate screening for men aged 55-69 years old. |
Adult, Senior |
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Let's Talk About It: Starting Aspirin to Prevent Heart Disease and Stroke A Discussion Guide for Healthcare Professionals and Patients
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To support implementation of the recommendation on Aspirin to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), the Task Force created a companion guide to facilitate meaningful discussions between healthcare professionals and their patients. Healthcare professionals are encouraged to use this guide as a conversation starter with their patients. This guide is not intended to serve as a risk assessment tool or decision aid. |
Adult, Senior |
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Lung Cancer Screening (PDQ)--Health Professional Version
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Resource for health professionals from the National Cancer Institute |
Adult, Senior |
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Medication Use to Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer: AFP's Putting Prevention Into Practice
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The journal American Family Physician (AFP) provides a series of short case studies and quizzes based on recommendations issued by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. |
Adult, Senior |
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Medicines to Help Prevent Breast Cancer: Let's Talk About It
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To support implementation of the recommendation on Medicines to Help Prevent Breast Cancer, the Task Force created a companion guide to facilitate meaningful discussions between healthcare providers and their patients. A two-page document, the first page outlines basic information about risk factors for breast cancer, the potential benefits and harms of risk-reducing medicines, and questions for patients to ask their healthcare providers. The second page provides additional information on assessing patient risk and more detailed data on benefits and harms. |
Adult, Senior |
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Million Hearts Initiative
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Million Hearts® 2022 is a national initiative to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes within 5 years. |
Adult, Senior |
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Move Your Way Campaign
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Move Your Way is the promotional campaign for the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. Our goal is to help people live healthier lives through increased physical activity. |
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National Diabetes Prevention Program
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The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) is a partnership of public and private organizations working to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Partners make it easier for people at risk for type 2 diabetes to participate in evidence-based lifestyle change programs to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes. |
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Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
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The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides evidence-based guidance to help Americans maintain or improve their health through physical activity. |
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