Diabetes:
A Resource List

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American Diabetes Association Complete Guide to Diabetes: The Ultimate Home Diabetes Reference , 2^nd edition
Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association. Book, 1999, 514 pages. ISBN 1-58040-038-8.

A concise, authoritative guide to a wealth of diabetes information.

Diabetes Care for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers: A Reassuring Guide
Betschart, Jean. New York, NY: John Wiley. Book, 1998, 96 pages. ISBN 0-47134-676-4.

One of the first books to address this very special population, this resource discusses social and emotional issues in the family.

In Control: A Guide for Teens with Diabetes
Betschart, Jean. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Book, 1995, 128 pages. ISBN 1-56561-061-X.

Understanding the challenges of the teen years.

Understanding Diabetes, 10^th edition
Chase, H. Peter, M.D., Denver, CO: Children's Diabetes Foundation. Book, 2002. ISBN 0-9675398-3-8.

Available in print as well as online at http://www.uchsc.edu/misc/diabetes/ud10.html . Based on clinical practices, the publication also delves into family issues, such as self-care for children and the frustrations of teenagers with diabetes.

Needles: A Memoir of Growing Up with Diabetes
Dominick, Andie. New York, NY: Scribner. Book, 1998, 224 pages. ISBN 0-684-84232-7.

Andie Dominick shares her difficult history with diabetes. This book particularly speaks to insulin-dependent teens and young adults.

When Diabetes Complicates Your Life: Controlling Diabetes and Related Complications
Juliano, Joseph. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Book, 1998, 144 pages. ISBN 0-47134-751-5.

Written by a physician who has diabetes, this book offers sound advice on preventive care.

Parenting a Child with Diabetes: A Practical, Empathetic Guide to Help You and Your Child Live with Diabetes.
Loring, Gloria. Lincolnwood, IL: Lowell House. Book, 1999, 205 pages. ISBN 0-7373-0301-8.

Concise observations on the parenting skills needed to raise a child with diabetes.

Diabetes for Dummies
Rubin, Alan L. Indianapolis, IN: IDG Books Worldwide. Book, 1999, 371 pages. ISBN 0-76455-154-X.

The impact of the diabetes diagnosis is taken to heart by physician Alan Rubin in this approachable introduction to the care and management of diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association Guide to Healthy Restaurant Eating
Warshaw, Hope S. Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association. Book, 1998, 483 pages. ISBN 1-580-40004-3.

Nutrition information relating to the menus of some of America's most popular fast food chains; can be used to make exchanges and substitutions on the go.

Diabetes Meal Planning Made Easy: How to Put the Food Pyramid to Work for Your Busy Lifestyle
Warshaw, Hope S. Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association. Book, 1996, 218 pages. ISBN 0-945-44861-9.

A dietitian who specializes in diabetes shares wisdom about simplifying meals.

Ten Keys to Helping Your Child Grow Up With Diabetes: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Wysocki, Tim. Alexandria, VA: American Diabetes Association. Book, 1997, 240 pages. ISBN 0-945-44874-0.

Web Sites

American Diabetes Association (ADA)
News on the national level. State and local diabetes chapters. Excellent "Living with Diabetes" information. Annotated Internet links to some of the best and most popular help sites.

Bandaides and Blackboards (Dead Link)
A site where children with chronic medical conditions like diabetes can sensitize parents, teachers, and peers to their experiences in the school setting. Teachers and parents have a chance for valuable input in the "blackboards" section.

Children with Diabetes
An online magazine of health, recipes, fitness, book news, school views and information exchange for insulin-dependent diabetes families.

InteliHealth
Johns Hopkins health information source. Vital information on a navigable site from a diabetes treatment leader. Register with InteliHealth for free regular diabetes updates via electronic mail.

Joslin Diabetes Center
Visit Joslin's online library to view the impressive "Beginner's Guide to Diabetes."

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International
Information and support for children and young adults. This organization coordinates a parent-to-parent network, has a nationwide lending library program through its local chapters, publishes resources, and tirelessly promotes research to find a cure for diabetes.

National Federation for the Blind: Diabetes Resources
Contains an excellent publication for people with diabetes and vision problems, "Diabetes Resources: Equipment, Services, and Information."

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
A federal research center for diabetes information and research. Many online publications, such as the "Foot Care Kit for Diabetes." Bilingual resources are available. NIDDK publications are also cited in a powerful national health resource, the National Library of Medicine's Medlineplus.

New York Online Access to Health (NOAH): Diabetes

New York Online Access to Health (NOAH) has ample, understandable information from reputable organizations and health sites about type 1, type 2, diabetes insipidus, and gestational diabetes. Materials in English and Spanish.

On-line Diabetes Resources
Site master Rick Mendosa has been monitoring the Web for diabetes information since 1995. His expertise has brought together a broad compendium of sites. Take time to explore and appreciate this information.

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Assistive Technology for Diabetes

A person with diabetes could use assistive technology to help with blood testing, insulin injections, or problems with low vision:

• Glucose monitoring devices with large digital readouts or voice output.
• Devices which help with drawing up insulin.
• Automatic injection devices.
• Large print glucose testing record book.
• Magnifiers for reading or hobbies.
• Large print games, magazines, or books.
• Thermostats with large print.
• Voice output on timers, thermometers, clocks, watches.

If you would like more information about assistive technology and where to find it, please call InfoTech at 800-331-3027, or visit http://www.uiowa.edu/infotech.