- Viral Hepatitis in Minority America
- The Perils of Needles on the Body
- A listing for updated hepatitis materials from the Immunization Action Coalition
- A listing from the IAC for new Vaccination Information Statements
- Announcements of relevant conferences
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- march05.pdf (63.56 KB)
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. In light of this, we're posting a special edition for the month of May. The Migrant Clinicians Network is happy to release the position paper "Hepatitis Screening, Immunization and Testing for Mobile Populations and Immigrants from Latin America and the Caribbean." This paper clarifies standard hepatitis recommendations for these populations.
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- may05.pdf (30.87 KB)
We are finishing a three part series on substance abuse and Hepatitis B and C.
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- sep_oct_05.pdf (140.13 KB)
The following links and and articles are available In the January Listserv: 1. Links to the full text of the ACIP recommendations for infants, adolescents, and children. 2. Dear Colleague Letter about New Recommendations to Prevent Perinatal HBV. Summary of the recommendations from HEP EXPRESS Viral hepatitis news from the Immunization Action Coalition Issue Number 39, January 6, 2006 3. â€Hepatitis B Vaccine Considered for All Adults from American Medical News on upcoming adult immunizations, summarizes issues that are central to the HepTalk project clinics and their clients. The article includes a mention of MCN's recommendations on these issues.
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- jan06.pdf (57.52 KB)
Small changes in what you eat can go a long way! Here are some suggestions of changes you can make and why they are healthier. Start by making one change a day and then add more changes at your own pace. Available in both Spanish and English.
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- mcnsmallchanges09_engspan.pdf (286.91 KB)
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- Flu_prevention_and_Diabetes.pdf (244.26 KB)
- Prevencion-de-la-gripe-y-diabetes.pdf (263.85 KB)
The Pepin Comic Book series covers seven immunization topics: Td, Chickenpox, MMR, DTaP, Hep A, Hep B, and After the Shot. These low literate, popular education materials are available in English and Spanish to help clinicians educate parents about the importance of getting their children vaccinated.
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- HepBspan125.pdf (4.39 MB)
- HepBEnglish28Pgs.pdf (2.79 MB)
Background Briefing Prepared for Task Force on Immigration and America's Future.
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- pew_hispanic_center.pdf (797.44 KB)
The Pepin Comic Book series covers seven immunization topics: Td, Chickenpox, MMR, DTaP, Hep A, Hep B, and After the Shot. These low literate, popular education materials are available in English and Spanish to help clinicians educate parents about the importance of getting their children vaccinated.
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- ChickenpoxSpan125.pdf (4.35 MB)
- ChickenpoxEng125.pdf (4.31 MB)
Midwives are essential caregivers in the worldwide struggle for maternal and child health. Appropriate information and training empower midwives and other health workers to provide the care needed to reduce dangers in childbirth.
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- The_Hesperian_Foundation.pdf (11.61 KB)
The focus for the month of April is Hepatitis C. The following links are included below: 1. Screening for Hepatitis C: A Common Sense Approach 2. Hepatitis C in New Mexico: A Public Health Approach to a "Silent" Epidemic 3. A Guide to Understanding Hepatitis C/Guia para Comprender la Hepatitis C 4. Combatting HCV Fatigue 5. Cost Estimates for Hepatitis Tests
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- april05.pdf (36.18 KB)
The figures show that immigration trends are forming a unique generational divide: those immigrants over 40 are largely white, while those under 40 are increasingly Hispanic, Asian and from other minority groups.
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- Immigrants__younger_and_diverse.pdf (12.96 KB)
The Pepin Comic Book series covers seven immunization topics: Td, Chickenpox, MMR, DTaP, Hep A, Hep B, and After the Shot. These low literate, popular education materials are available in English and Spanish to help clinicians educate parents about the importance of getting their children vaccinated.
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- DTaP_span125.pdf (3.57 MB)
- DTaP_eng125.pdf (3.52 MB)
Bilingual tool to educate patients about blood glucose management and the A1c test. It has a visual illustration of A1c levels categorized as "danger", "caution" and "success!" as well as pictorial representations of body parts that can be damaged by high glucose levels and a space for outlining self management goals. Available in Spanish and English.
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- MCNA1cHandout09.pdf (596.76 KB)
This position paper provides critical information that clarifies standard hepatitis screening and vaccination recommendations for these populations. New updated version July 2008.
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- Hep_MCN_Position_Paper.pdf (252.33 KB)
- Hep_MCN_Position_PaperUpdate.pdf (81 KB)
A handy one page reference that covers basic hepatitis facts. Useful for keeping in exam rooms.
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- HepQuick.pdf (126.17 KB)
- HepQuickUpdated08.pdf (52.34 KB)
Hepatitis Patient Education poster in English ready to download and print out for your use.
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- hearingloss-hepPosterSpan.pdf (1.06 MB)
- hearingloss-hepPoster.pdf (1.06 MB)
Vacunacion un gesto de amor
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A simple sign to use in public bathrooms and/or your waiting area to let patients know where and how to get condoms from the clinic.
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- Si_necesita_condones.pdf (19.71 KB)
From the Seattle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center and the University of Washington. This excellent site provides interactive, case-based modules related to the clinical care of persons with Viral Hepatitis A, B, and C. Easy to access!