July 2020: Weekly Patient Resources
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Dear Patients, Family Members, and Caregivers:
The outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has become stressful for many people. You may find yourself overwhelmed with the amount of information coming out from multiple sources.
IPRO ESRD Network of New York would like to share some important patient education resources that might be helpful for you, your family, friends, caregivers or others in your community.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Kidneys & COVID-19"
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IPRO ESRD Network Program Resources:
Mayo Clinic:
- Herd immunity and COVID-19: What you need to know: Herd immunity occurs when a large portion of a community (the herd) becomes immune to a disease, making the spread of disease from person to person unlikely. As a result, the whole community becomes protected — not just those who are immune.
- Unusual coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms: What are they?: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can cause a wide range of signs and symptoms. The most common are fever, dry cough and tiredness. Other symptoms include shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, muscle aches, chills, sore throat, headache, or chest pain. But COVID-19 can also cause symptoms you might not expect
- Debunking COVID-19 myths: Chances are you've heard about a food, drug or other method that claims to prevent, treat or cure coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). But while it might be tempting to use a questionable product or method to stay healthy during the pandemic, it's extremely unlikely to work and might cause serious harm.
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Mental Health Resources
Combating Social Isolation, Stress, Anxiety, Telehealth and .....More!
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NAMI COVID-19 Resource Information Guide:
Chances are you've heard about a food, drug or other method that claims to prevent, treat or cure coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). But while it might be tempting to use a questionable product or method to stay healthy during the pandemic, it's extremely unlikely to work and might cause serious harm.
La Guía COVID-19
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de información y recursos está disponible en español. Tiene información sobre preguntas frecuentes y recursos para que encuentres apoyo para ti y tus seres queridos. Incluye temas relacionados a la salud mental, como encontrar comunidades de apoyo en línea, ayuda financiera, y más. Para acceder, presiona el botón descarga (en español)
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- 4/23/2020: NAMI’s Ask The Expert Webinar: Supporting The Emotional Needs Of Youth During COVID-19: Dr. Meghan Walls, a pediatric psychologist, provides an overview of the kinds of emotional reactions we can expect from children and youth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 4/17/2020: NAMI Releases Spanish-Language COVID-19 Information And Resource Guide The Spanish-language NAMI COVID-19 Information and Resource Guide is now available. We encourage NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates to share this with their local communities. This guide can help Hispanic and Latinx community members find COVID-19-related information and support for themselves and their loved ones. It addresses frequently asked questions and lists resources available in Spanish. The guide features a variety of topics, including managing anxiety, finding online communities, getting financial assistance, and more.
- 4/7/2020: NAMI's Ask The Expert Webinar: COVID-19 And Workplace Mental Health: Darcy Gruttadaro, Director of the Center for Workplace Mental Health, American Psychiatric Association Foundation, will share valuable information on maintaining our wellness, specifically in the workplace, as we adjust to changes in how we connect to our coworkers and work during this time.
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Network Educational Resources
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Immunizations
Vaccines help protect people from diseases that could possibly be deadly like the flu, tetanus, hepatitis B, pneumonia, and diphtheria. Vaccines are usually given through a shot (injection). They contain dead or weakened germs that help to boost your body's immune system. The germs in vaccines help your body create antibodies to fight off real infections. Immunization is the act of getting a vaccine and becoming immune to a certain disease.
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Diabetes
Blood glucose (blood sugar) is your body's main source of energy It is controlled by insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas. Insulin allows your body to use glucose from the food that you eat for energy or to store glucose for future use. Insulin helps keep your glucose level from getting too high or too low. If your body doesn’t produce enough insulin, or if your cells don’t respond to insulin, you may end up having too much glucose in your blood. Over time high levels of glucose cause diabetes
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The IPRO ESRD Network of New York team is available to offer you support 24-hours, 7-days a week.
Please call our dedicated COVID-19 Hotlines. Patients: 516-209-5626 or Providers 516-209-5578
to discuss positive cases, concerns/needs, reporting questions, or to request support/resources.
We are also accessible to provide technical assistance or guidance during this public health emergency.
Visit the Network's website for up-to-date information on CMS and CDC guidelines, alerts, educational resources, and stakeholder webinars.
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IPRO ESRD Network of New York
1979 Marcus Avenue, Suite 105, Lake Success, NY 11042
Main:
516-209-5778 |
Fax:
516-326-8929
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