Diabetes Resources Practical Information for New Mexico Health Care Professionals

The toolkit workgroup of New Mexico Health Care Takes On Diabetes (NMHCTOD) has taken the lead in developing quarterly publications, entitled Diabetes Resources, that are distributed as inserts in printed newsletters for health care providers.  Each issue will feature a specific diabetes topic area and will provide information about prevalence rates in New Mexico. In addition, the publication will reinforce the NMHCTOD clinical practice guidelines, draw attention to local activities and recommend three to four provider resources on the featured topic. Both the quarterly publication and additional resources may be downloaded from this website.



Diabetes Resources Compendium         back to top
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 NMHCTOD has produced a comprehensive compendium of peer-reviewed, practical diabetes resources that physicians and other diabetes-care professionals can use to deliver high quality diabetes care. Covering the major elements of diabetes care, the Diabetes Resources Compendium provides practical tools, resources, and Internet sites to help practitioners with many aspects of diabetes care.


Lower the A1C to Reduce the Risk       back to top

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Lower the A1C to Reduce the Risk(pdf)

How to Interpret the A1C Test(pdf)

The A1C Test "Tells It Like It Is" - NEW(pdf)

El A1C "Lo Dice Como Es" - Nuevo(pdf)


Additional A1C resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program: www.ndep.nih.gov
2. The American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org
3. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse:  www.niddk.nih.gov
4. Siemen's Medical Solutions Diagnostics:   www.bayerdiag.com
5. Metrika - Maker of multi-use disposable diabetes monitoring products:  www.a1cnow.com


A1C: An Update on Clinical Relevance       back to top
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A1C : An Update on Clinical Relevance(pdf)

The A1C Test "Tells It Like It Is" - NEW(pdf)

El A1C "Lo Dice Como Es" - Nuevo(pdf)

How to Interpret the A1C - NEW(pdf)

Additional A1C resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program:www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:www.diabetes.org
3. National Institutes of Health:www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
4. American Heart Association, Heart of Diabetes Program:www.americanheart.org/diabetes
5. NM Department of Health, Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:: www.diabetesnm.org


Diabetes: Getting to the Heart of it (CVD)        back to top
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 Diabetes: Getting to the Heart of It(pdf)

Ask Your Health Care Provider(pdf)

Preventing Heart Disease(pdf)

Additional CVD resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program:  www.ndep.nih.gov
 2. The American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org
3. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse: www.niddk.nih.gov
 4. American Heart Association, Heart of Diabetes Program:   www.americanheart.org/diabetes
 5. NM Department of Health, Diabetes Prevention and Control Program: www.diabetesnm.org
 6. American Stroke Association: www.strokeassociation.org
 7. National Heart Lung & Blood Institute High Blood Pressure Education Program: www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/hypertension/index.htm
 8. National Heart Lung & Blood Institute Heart & Vascular Page: www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/index.htm
 9. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/knowstroke.htm
 10. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Heart Disease page: www.cdc.gov/doc.do/id/0900f3ec802720b8
 11. American Indian Cardiology Program: www.ihs.gov/medicalprograms/cardiology/card/index.cfm
 12. American College of Cardiology: www.acc.org
 13. NCQA Heart & Stroke Recognition for Physicians: www.ncqa.org/hsrp/index.htm
 14. Everyday Choices for a Healthier Life: www.everydaychoices.org
 15. American Dietetic Association: www.eatright.org
 16. CDC: Overweight & Obesity Information: www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/obesity
 17. President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports: www.fitness.gov
 18. The New Mexico Department of Health Tobacco Use Prevention and Control (TUPAC) Program: The Stink: www.TheStink.org
 19. Tobacco Cessation - You Can Quit Smoking Now!: www.surgeongeneral.gov/tobacco
 20. National Cholesterol Education Program: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/ncep/index.htm
 21. Produce for Better Health Foundation: www.5aday.com and www.5aday.org
 22. My Pyramid Plan by the USDA: www.mypyramid.gov
 23. Institute for Healthcare Improvement: Diabetes: www.ihi.org/IHI/Topics/ChronicConditions/Diabetes


Cholesterol : The Final Link to the ABCs       back to top
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 Cholesterol - The Final Link to the ABCs (pdf)

 Lipids/Cholesterol Table (pdf)

 Treating High Cholesterol in People with Diabetes(pdf)

 Additional cholesterol resources may be found at:

1. Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke - All About Diabetes - American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org/heart-disease-stroke.jsp
 2. NHLBI: National Cholesterol Education Program: www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/ncep
 3. American Heart Association: www.americanheart.org
 4. NDEP : Diabetes Information, Education, and Treatment: www.ndep.nih.gov
 5. American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org
 6. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/


 Diabetes: Managing the Newly Diagnosed       back to top
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Diabetes: Managing the Newly Diagnosed(pdf)

Referral Indications(pdf)

Take Control of Your Diabetes: The First Steps(pdf)

Survival Skills References for Providers: The Newly Diagnosed Diabetic(pdf)

Additional diabetes resources can be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program:www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:www.diabetes.org
3. National Institutes of Health:www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
4. American Heart Association, Heart of Diabetes Program:www.americanheart.org/diabetes
5. NM Department of Health, Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:www.diabetesnm.org
6. Diabetes Care and Education - a diatetic practice group of the American Dietetic Association: www.diabetesnm.org
7. American Diabetes Association - Recently Diagnosed: www.diabetes.org/recently-diagnosed.jsp
8. WebMD Article: Recently Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes www.webmd.com/content/Article/63/72133.htm

Diabetes Screening       back to top
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 Diabetes Screening(pdf)

How to Interpret the A1C Test(pdf)

Type 2 Diabetes...Are you at Risk?(pdf)

Diabetes Tipo 2 ...¿ Esta a riesgo? (Type 2 Diabetes...Are you at Risk? - Spanish)(pdf)

Additional diabetes resources can be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program:www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:www.diabetes.org
3. National Institutes of Health:www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
4. American Heart Association, Heart of Diabetes Program:www.americanheart.org/diabetes
5. NM Department of Health, Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:www.diabetesnm.org
6. Information about Diabetes Testing:www.diabetes.org/DIABETESCARE
7. Diet, Nutrition and Weight Control:
      www.5aday.gov
      www.healthychoices.org
      www.usda.gov/cnpp
8. HTN and Diabetes:www.diabetes.org/makethelink


Continuing Early Support of Your Newly Diagnosed Patients         back to top
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 Continuing Early Support of Your Newly Diagnosed Patients(pdf)

 Diabetes in Six Easy Lessons(pdf)

 Community Resources(pdf)

 Additional resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program | NDEP:  www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:   www.diabetes.org
3. American Diabetes Association - Diabetes Learning Center for the Recently Diagnosed:  www.diabetes.org
4. National Institute of Health:  www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm
 5. American Heart Association Heart of Diabetes Program:  http://www.americanheart.org/diabetes
 6. New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:  http://www.diabetesnm.org
 7. American Dietetic Association:  http://www.aadenet.org
 8. Web MD - Newly Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes:  http://www.webmd.com/content/Article/63/72133.htm
 9. American Association of Diabetes Educators:  http://www.aadenet.org

Diabetes and Sick Days Planning         back to top
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 Diabetes and Planning for Sick Days (pdf)

Be Prepated: Sick Day Management(pdf)

 Take Good Care of Yourself When You Are Sick! (pdf)


 Additional resources may be found at:

1. American Diabetes Association: (search on keywords "Sick Days Management") spectrum.diabetesjournals.org
       or   www.diabetes.org/gestationaldiabetes
2. National Diabetes Education Program: www.ndep.nih.gov
3. National Institute of Health:  www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm
 4. American Heart Association Heart of Diabetes Program:  http://www.americanheart.org/diabetes
 5. New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:  http://www.diabetesnm.org
 6. NMDOH general website:   www.diabetesnm.org


Heathy Diet: Back to the Basics       back to top
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 Healthy Diet: Back to the Basics(pdf)

 Meal Planning Methods(pdf)

 Carbohydrates and Healthy Eating(pdf)

 Healthy Eating Information: A Tool for Patients(pdf)

 Low Carbs, No Carbs: What's Right?(pdf)

Low Carbs, No Carbs: What's Right? - Atkins and The South Beach Diet(pdf)



Additional diet resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program: www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org

Look for cook books favorably reviewed by the ADA
on their website. The ADA also provides the brochure 2004 Nutrition Recommendations for Diabetes.
For more information call Diabetes Information: 1-800-DIABETES or for a free catalog of ADA BOOKS
at 1-800 232-6733

3. National Institutes of Health: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/
4. American Heart Association, Heart of Diabetes Program: www.americanheart.org/diabetes
5. NM Department of Health, Diabetes Prevention and Control Program: www.diabetesnm.org
6. Information about diets and nutrition: What I Need To Know about Eating and Diabetes :diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/eating_ez/index.htm
7. Find a dietitian near you through the American Dietetic Association : www.eatright.com
8. To locate members of the American Association of Diabetes Educators in New Mexico : www.aadenet.org

then select “Find an Educator” (There are many other qualified certified diabetes
educators in New Mexico—check with the New Mexico Department of Health 1-800-523-2966)

9. Atkins Diet Review Information: www.diet-i.com/diets/atkins-diet.htm
10 South Beach Diet Review: www.diet-i.com/south-beach-diet.htm


Step by Step: Motivating Patients To Be Physically Active and Attain Healthy Weight       back to top
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 Step by Step: Motivating Patients To Be Physically Active and Attain Healthy Weight (pdf)

 Excercise Resources PDF(pdf)

 Tips To Encourage People To Start Exercising(pdf)

Local Library for Books and Videos:

Strong Women Stay Young, by Miriam Nelson, M.D. Practical at home resistance exercise book for women new to the concept. Simple, do-able, and sound.

Nutrition Websites:

- www.5aday.gov: www.5aday.gov
- www.usda.gov/cnpp: www.usda.gov/cnpp
- www.healthychoices.org: www.healthychoices.org
- Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion: www.usda.gov/cnpp

Fitness Websites:
1. www.shapeup.org: www.shapeup.org
2. www.justmove.org: www.justmove.org
3. www.kidshealth.org: www.kidshealth.org
4. www.smallstep.gov: www.smallstep.gov
5. American Council on Exercise: acefitness.org
6. America on the Move: www.americaonthemove.org/pdf/StepCtrInstructions.Pdf
7. Barriers to Being Active Quiz: www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/physical/life/barriers_quiz.pdf
8. www.familydoctor.org: www.familydoctor.org
9. Athletic shoe fitting and buying tips: www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/fitfacts_display.cfm?itemid=13


Foot Care Basics       back to top
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 Foot Care Basics (pdf)

Foot Risk Categories (pdf)

 Check Your Feet - a patient resource (pdf)

 Diabetes Foot Examination - a provider resource(pdf)

 Self Testing Instructions - a patient resource(pdf)

 Shoes and Socks - take ‘em off!(pdf)

 Additional foot resources may be found at:

1.  National Diabetes Education Program: www.ndep.nih.gov
2.  American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org
3.  For Health Care Professionals - ADA Position Statement: care.diabetesjournals.org/cgi/content/full/26/suppl_1/s78
4.  For Patients - Taking Care of Your Body: Foot Care: www.diabetes.org/main/health/body_care/foot/foot_care.jsp
5.  National Institute of Health: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/
6.  Feet Can Last a Lifetime: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/complications_feet/index.htm
7.  Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention (LEAP) Program: bphc.hrsa.gov/programs/LEAPprograminfo.htm
8.  Monofilament Resources: Purchasing Monofilaments bphc.hrsa.g:ov/programs/LEAPprograminfo.htm
9. National Diabetes Information Clearinghous========\ nbsp;http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/


Hypertension: Back to the Basics        back to top
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 Blood Pressure Control Resources – NMHCTOD Quarterly Publication

 Hypertension Back to the Basics(pdf)

Back To Basics:Blood Pressure Screening (pdf)

Screening and Treatment for Hypertensive Patients with Diabetes(pdf)



Additional blood pressure resources may be found at:
1. The American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org/home.jsp
2. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse:  diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
3. NDEP : Diabetes Information, Education, and Treatment:  www.ndep.nih.gov
4. American Diabetes Association:  www.diabetes.org

Diabetic Nephropathy: “The Myth of Microalbumin”        back to top
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 Diabetic Nephropathy (Kidney Screening) - "The Myth of Microalbumin" (pdf)

 Additional kidney resources may be found at:

1. National Kidney Foundation - Making Lives Better:  www.kidney.org
2. Kidney Early Evaluation Program:   www.keeponline.org
3. National Diabetes Education Program | NDEP:  www.ndep.nih.gov
4. American Diabetes Association:  www.diabetes.org
5. National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse:  http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/
6. National Diabetes Clearinghouse email:  ndic@info.niddk.nih.gov


 Retinal Exams a Must        back to top        
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 Retinal Exams a Must (pdf)

 Diabetes Eye Examination Report (pdf)

 Diabetic Eye Disease - Resources for Clinicians and Patients (pdf)

 How do you want to see life? (pdf)



Helping Your Patients with Renal Disease         back to top
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 Helping You Patients with Renal Disease(pdf)

 Additional resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program | NDEP:  www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:   www.diabetes.org
3. National Institute of Health:  www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm
 4. American Heart Association Heart of Diabetes Program:  http://www.americanheart.org/diabetes
 5. New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:  http://www.diabetesnm.org
 6. American Dietetic Association:  http://www.aadenet.org
 7. National Kidney Foundation:  http://www.kidney.org
 8. American Association of Kidney Patients:  http://www.aakp.org
 9. American Kidney Fund:  http://www.akfinc.org
 10. National Kidney Foundation - GFR calculator:  http://www.kidney.org/professioals/kdoqi/cap/index.html
 11. National Diabetes Education Program - palm downloadable with MDRD calculator:  http://www.nkdep.nih.gov/professionals/gfr_calculators/index.htm




Diabetes and Smoking Risks/Smoking Cessation        back to top
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 Diabetes and Smoking Risks/Smoking Cessation(pdf)


 Additional resources may be found at:

1. National Diabetes Education Program | NDEP:  www.ndep.nih.gov
2. American Diabetes Association:   www.diabetes.org
3. National Institute of Health:  www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm
 4. American Heart Association Heart of Diabetes Program:  http://www.americanheart.org/diabetes
 5. New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program:  http://www.diabetesnm.org
 6. American Cancer Society:  http://www.cancer.org
 7. American Lung Association (Freedom from Smoking:  http://www.lungusa.org
 8. CDC Tobacco Information and Prevention Source:  http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco
 9. Quit Now - New Mexico:  http://www.quitnownm.com


Influenza and Pneumococcal Pneumonia         back to top
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 Diabetes: Influenza and Pneumococcal Pneumonia Risks (pdf)


 Additional resources may be found at:

1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Influenza and Vaccine Key Facts:www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm
2. CDC Diabetes and Flu/Pneumococcal Campaign:www.cdc.gov/diabetes/projects/cdc-flu.htm
3. American Diabetes Association Diabetes and Annual Flu Vaccination:www.diabetes.org/diabetes-research/summaries/Looijmans-Van-den-Akker-get-annualflu- vaccination.jsp
4. ADA general website: www.diabetes.org
5. National Foundation for Infectious Diseases - Call to Action - Influenza Vaccination and Diabetes: www.nfid.org/pdf/publications/calltoactiondiabetes.pdf
6. New Mexico Department of Health Diabetes Prevention and Control Program - Flu and Pneumonia Shots: www.diabetesnm.org/programs/flu.htm
7. NMDOH general www.diabetesnm.org
8. New Mexico Department of Health Immunizations Program:www.health.state.nm.us/immunize/flu.html
9. Immunization Action Coalition:www.immunize.org
10. National Network for Immunization Information:www.immunizationinfo.org
11. For American Indian/Alaskan Native Vaccination Protect the Circle of Life: Immunize Our Nations:www.cdc.gov/vaccines/spec-grps/ai-an.htm
12. National Diabetes Education Program:www.ndep.nih.gov
13. National Institute of Health:www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/diabetes.htm




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