Patient Education

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Information and support services provided by SHCHS for chronic disease management, preventive care, and wellness.

These resources focus on a variety of common health issues, chronic conditions, and lifestyle management:

General Health Information:

MedlinePlus

Offers comprehensive, easy-to-read health information on various medical topics.

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Resources on various health conditions, research, and self-management tools.

Chronic Disease Management:

American Diabetes Association

Tools, tips, and educational resources for diabetes management and prevention.

American Heart Association

Heart-healthy living resources and guides for managing heart disease, stroke, and hypertension.

National Kidney Foundation

Educational resources for kidney disease management and dialysis patients.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Chronic Disease Resources

A range of materials on chronic disease management including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.

Mental Health Resources:

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Educational resources on mental health disorders, along with self-help tools for patients and families.

Mental Health America

A variety of mental health support tools, screening services, and educational materials.

Women's Health:

Office on Women's Health

Comprehensive resources on women’s health issues including reproductive health, pregnancy, and menopause.

Children’s Health:

HealthyChildren.org

Resources by the American Academy of Pediatrics on child development, safety, and health.

KidsHealth

Educational resources for parents, children, and teens on a wide range of health topics.

Self-Management and Support Tools:

Smokefree.gov

Smoking cessation tools, tips, and resources.

Go4Life by NIH

Fitness and exercise resources for older adults looking to maintain an active lifestyle.

Louisiana and Local Resources:

Louisiana Department of Health

Offers local health services and educational resources on various topics including wellness and disease management.

Louisiana 211

A resource to connect individuals with health and human services across the state, including self-management and health education.