Education Information

The VNA Family Health Center offers the links below as sources for trusted health guidelines for all family members.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):     

1. • Website: www.cdc.gov
   • Provides a wide range of guidelines on various health topics, including vaccination, preventative care, chronic disease management, and more.

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

1. • Website: www.aafp.org
   • Offers resources and guidelines on family medicine, patient education, preventive care, and common conditions.

American Heart Association (AHA):

1. • Website: www.heart.org
   • Provides guidelines and information on heart health, including prevention, risk factors, and managing cardiovascular diseases.

American Diabetes Association (ADA):

1. • Website: www.diabetes.org
   • Offers guidelines and resources for managing diabetes, including information on diet, exercise, medication, and monitoring blood sugar levels.

National Cancer Institute (NCI):

1. • Website: www.cancer.gov
   • Provides comprehensive information on cancer prevention, screening, treatment options, and supportive care.

American Lung Association (ALA):

1. • Website: www.lung.org
   • Offers guidelines and resources for lung health, including information on smoking cessation, lung diseases, and air quality.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH):

1. • Website: www.nimh.nih.gov
   • Provides information and resources on mental health conditions, treatment options, and support for patients and their families.

American Academy of Pediatrics

1. • Website: www.healthychildren.org
   • Provides information on age and stages, family life, safety and prevention and healthy living.