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Annotation: This book contains guidelines developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics for the management and prevention of infectious diseases in children. The book focuses on active and passive immunization; guidelines for care of children in special circumstances including breastfeeding, out-of-home child care, hospitalized children, and internationally adopted children; over 100 infectious diseases; and antimicrobial therapies. These recommendations were derived from consensus among representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration, the National Institutes of Health, the National Vaccine Programs, and the Canadian Paediatric Society. Updated editions are available online for a subscription fee.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Web Site: https://www.aap.org Contact for cost information.

• Online Version Requires Subscription

Keywords: CD-ROMs, Child health, Communicable diseases, Guidelines, Immunization, Infant health

Annotation: This book for students and practicing clinicians presents a step-by-step approach to thoughtful and critical reading of health research literature utilizing scenarios, checklists, and exercises. Section one focuses on study evaluation including design, assessment, analysis, interpretation, extrapolation, randomized trials, cohort studies, and meta-analysis. The second section discusses tests with topics in variability, reference interval, definitions, test comparisons, and screening. Section three covers rate sampling, standardization, sources, and compilation. The fourth section considers costs and evaluating effectiveness by study design, assessment, analysis, interpretation, and extrapolation. Section five gives an overview of basic principles of statistics, univariable, bivariable, and multivariable analyses, along with a flowchart summary. Each section concludes with a review/question summary. The book concludes with a glossary and index. A CD-ROM is included with interactive questions and answers that parallel each of the first four sections of the text.

Contact: Wolters Kluwer Health, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, P.O. Box 1620, Hagerstown, MD 21741, Telephone: (800) 638-3030 Secondary Telephone: (301) 223-23000 Fax: (301) 223-2400 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.lww.com Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 0-7817-1860-0.

Keywords: Assessment, Audiovisual materials, CD-ROMs, Data analysis, Evaluation, Evaluation methods, Health services, Interactive media, Medicine, Research methodology, Statistics

Contact: Elsevier, Health Sciences Division, 1600 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1800, Philadelphia, PA 19103-2822, Telephone: (215) 239-3900 Fax: (215) 239-3990 Web Site: http://www.us.elsevierhealth.com Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 0-7216-0146-4.

Keywords: CD-ROMs, Dictionaries, Medicine

Annotation: These booklets offer information about how Head Start staff can help improve the oral health of American Indian and Alaska Native infants, young children, and pregnant women. The booklets also provide information to help meet oral-health-related program performance standards. Contents include best practices for prevention and early intervention. It also includes sample forms for assessment, treatment, and topical fluoride application; posters on first aid for dental emergencies and oral health promotion; and a reference guide on classroom toothbrushing Materials are also available on a CD-ROM.

Contact: U.S. Indian Health Service, Head Start Program, 801 Thompson Avenue, Suite 400, Rockville, MD 20852, Telephone: (505) 248-7694 Web Site: http://www.ihs.gov/NonMedicalPrograms/HeadStart Available from the website.

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• Resources

Keywords: Alaska Natives, American Indians, CD-ROMs, Disease prevention, Early childhood caries, Head Start, Health promotion, Oral health, Young children

Annotation: This toolkit contains materials to enhance the quality of mental health care child and adolescents receive in or through their medical home. It includes ready-to-use resources and tools on one CD-ROM, as well as several brochures, a mental health practice readiness inventory, a laminated card with two algorithms for mental health practice, and a brochure explaining the toolkit along with a table of contents. Topics include an introduction, references on community resources, health care financing, support for children and families, clinical information systems and delivery system redesign, and decision support for clinicians.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Web Site: https://www.aap.org $199.95, plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 978-1-58110-348-9.

Keywords: Adolescents, CD-ROMs, Children, Family support, Health services delivery, Mental health, Resources for professionals

Annotation: This book explores the relationships between weight gain during pregnancy and the short- and long-term health of both mother and infant. It builds on the 1990 Institute of Medicine's weight-gain guidelines, presenting updated target ranges and guidelines for proper measurement based on Body Mass Index (BMI), a comprehensive review of the literature, and an independent analysis of existing databases. The book is intended to assist practitioners who care for women of childbearing age, policy makers, educators, researchers, and pregnant women themselves in understanding the role of gestational weight gain in the promotion of optimal pregnancy outcomes. The book includes a specific range of recommended weight gain for obese women. A CD-Rom edition of the volume is contained in the back pocket.

Contact: National Academies Press, 500 Fifth Street, N.W., Keck 360, Washington, DC 20001, Telephone: (202) 334-3313 Secondary Telephone: (888) 624-8373 Fax: (202) 334-2451 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nap.edu Available from the website. Document Number: ISBN 978-0-309-13113-1.

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Keywords: Body composition, Body weight, CD-ROMs, Gestational weight gain, Guidelines, Infant health, Maternal health, Obesity, Pregnancy, Pregnancy outcome, Weight gain, Weight management

Annotation: This purpose of this curriculum development guide is to enhance the knowledge and skills of health care providers to recognize and prevent fetal alcohol spectrum (FAS) disorders by aiding in the development of educational programs and materials. The guide is organized by three types of learning outcomes: competencies, learning goals, and learning objectives, allowing educators or trainers to select goals and objectives appropriate for participants' learning needs and skill levels, along with university or organization criteria. Chapter contents include seven competency topics: foundation; screening and brief interventions; models of addiction; biological effects of alcohol on the fetus; screening, diagnosis, and assessment of FAS; treatment across the lifespan for persons with FASDs; and ethical, legal, and policy issues.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30329-4027, Telephone: (800) 232-4636 Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Alcohol use during pregnancy, CD-ROMs, Fetal alcohol effects, Fetal alcohol syndrome, Fetal development, Prenatal addiction, Prenatal care, Professional education, Resources for professionals, Screening, Substance abusing pregnant women

Annotation: This toolkit provides materials and resources for improving the care of newborns, focusing on risk for severe hyperbilirubinemia, breastfeeding support, and coordination of care. The toolkit is designed for pediatric health professionals who care for newborns in the office and hospital settings. The kit includes several print documents and a CD-ROM with readiness checklists, follow-up letters, assessment and documentation tools, coding resources, parent handouts, and more. Parent handouts are available in English and Spanish.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Web Site: https://www.aap.org Non-member price $79.95, plus shipping and handling; Member price $69.95, plus shipping and handling.

Keywords: Breastfeeding support, CD-ROMs, Clinical coding, Hyperbilirubinemia, Newborn infants, Resource materials, Service coordination, Spanish language materials

Annotation: This compendium includes pediatric clinical practice guidelines and policy statements issued and endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which are developed to provide physicians with a quick reference guide to the academy's position on child health care issues. The manual, and enclosed CD-ROM, includes clinical practice guidelines and technical report summaries for 30 diseases/conditions and extensive policies and policy statements. The appendices include an index od policies by committee, and a list of AAP acronyms. A subject index is provided.

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Web Site: https://www.aap.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 1-58110-245-3.

Keywords: Adolescent health, CD-ROMs, Child health, Child health services, Guidelines, Health policy, Health services delivery, Manuals, Medicine, Pediatric care, Pediatrics, Resources for professionals

Annotation: This book reviews the progress in combatting childhood obesity and discusses the next steps toward developing a robust evidence base for effective childhood obesity prevention intervention and practices. Contents include the framework for evaluating progress; diverse populations; issues in environments such as government, industry, communities, schools, and homes; and assessing the nation's progress. Appendices include a chart explaining acronyms; a glossary; data sources, indicators, and evaluation tools for measuring progress; examples of recent federal agency programs, initiatives, and surveillance systems for supporting and monitoring prevention efforts; a compilation of recommendations and implementation actions; summaries of three regional symposia called during the project; and biographical sketches of committee members and staff. The book concludes with an index. Complete report and symposia summaries are provided on a CD-ROM enclosed with the book.

Contact: National Academies Press, 500 Fifth Street, N.W., Keck 360, Washington, DC 20001, Telephone: (202) 334-3313 Secondary Telephone: (888) 624-8373 Fax: (202) 334-2451 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nap.edu $55.00 plus shipping and handling.

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Keywords: CD-ROMs, Children, Federal initiatives, Obesity, Prevention programs, Program evaluation

Annotation: This book offers presentations and discussions held at an international early child development (ECD) symposium at the World Bank September 28-29, 2005 in Washington, DC. Contents include 15 chapters grouped into five parts: (1) business imperative and societal benefits of ECD investments, (2) lessons from evaluation of longitudinal ECD interventions, (3) countries' experiences in monitoring ECD interventions, (4) innovative approaches to countries' financing of ECD initiatives, and (5) next steps on the ECD agenda for the next five years. An index is provided. References and statistical data are provided throughout the book.

Contact: World Bank, 1818 H Street, N. W., Washington, DC 20433, Telephone: (202) 477-1000 Fax: (202) 477-6391 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.worldbank.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 978-0-8213-7086-5.

Keywords: CD-ROMs, Children, Early childhood development, Early intervention, Evaluation, International health, Social policy

Annotation: This toolkit for health professionals focuses on the public health challenges of clandestine methamphetamine laboratories (meth labs). The content is presented in two parts. The first part contains a primer on meth and clandestine meth labs, information sheets on different segments of the population affected by meth, a community action guide, and a resource directory. The second part contains information on acute meth lab exposures and toxicity, evaluation of children exposed to meth labs, and environmental considerations in cleaning up meth labs. The toolkit is available as an electronic document or on CD-ROM.

Contact: Society for Public Health Education, 10 G Street, N.E., Suite 605, Washington, DC 20002, Telephone: (202) 408-9804 Fax: (202) 408-9815 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.sophe.org Available from the website; also available on CD-ROM.

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Keywords: CD-ROMs, Child health, Children, Environmental exposure, Guidelines, Illicit drugs, Laboratories, Legal issues, Methamphetamines, Oral health, Public health, Toxicology

Annotation: The print and CD editions of this program manual contain pretested research-based plans, strategies, and communications tools to develop public awareness about the dangers of alcohol consumption to the developing fetus. Chapter contents include partnership mobilization and program planning, provider involvement, materials dissemination, program evaluation, and pilot program descriptions. Appendices include materials and images, a glossary of terms, contact information, and references. The CD edition also provides four case studies that describe how the program was implemented and adapted by four pilot communities; links directly to Web-based resources; and provides PDF files of the communications tools. The CD supplement provides production source sfiles for the communications tools to allow graphic designers and commercial printers to create additional materials.

Contact: U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, One Choke Cherry Road, Rockville, MD 20857, Telephone: (877) SAMHSA-7 Secondary Telephone: (877) 726-4727 E-mail: Web Site: https://www.samhsa.gov Available at no charge. Document Number: HHS Pub. No. SMA-4013.

Keywords: Alcohol use during pregnancy, CD-ROMs, Fetal alcohol effects, Fetal alcohol syndrome, Pregnant women, Program development, Public awareness materials, Spanish language materials, Training materials

Annotation: This CD-ROM, which is intended for parents of children with newly diagnosed hearing loss, provides information about hearing loss and communication options. The CD-ROM answers questions frequently asked by parents, such as at what age parents should teach their child language, what is a cochlear implant, when is a child old enough for a cochlear implant or other assistive device, how to communicate with a child with hearing loss, and where to go for answers. The CD-ROM also includes information about programs and services for children with hearing loss.

Contact: National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program, 1600 Clifton Road, Mailstop E-88, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: (404) 498-3032 Secondary Telephone: (800) 232-4636 Fax: (404) 498-3060 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hearingloss/ehdi-programs.html Available from the website.

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Keywords: CD-ROMS, Child health, Communication, Consumer education materials, Diagnosis, Hearing disorders, Infant health

Annotation: These materials are produced by the Healthy Child Care America Back to Sleep campaign to help reduce the incidence of SIDS in family child care homes and center-based child care programs. The training package includes speaker materials, a packet of consumer materials, and a CD-ROM containing Power Point slides. The speaker materials describe how to run a training session for child care providers and provide additional information for each slide. Consumer materials include fact sheets, brochures, a doorknob hanger, and a magnet. The speaker materials and PowerPoint are also available in Spanish, on the Web site only. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 345 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143, Telephone: (630) 626-6000 Secondary Telephone: (847) 434-4000 Contact Phone: (847) 434-4016 Fax: (847) 434-8000 Contact E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.aap.org Available from the website.

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• Speaker Materials In Spanish

Keywords: Audiovisual materials, CD-ROMs, Child care, Child care workers, SIDS, Spanish language materials, Training, Training materials

Annotation: This bibliography is intended to help injury researchers and behavioral scientists work together to uncover new solutions to the injury problem and to serve as a starting point for students and teachers interested in conducting research related to behavioral science and injury control. The bibliography (1) documents the contributions of behavioral and social science research to unintentional injury prevention and control and (2) increases awareness about the impact and importance of behavioral science in the field of injury control. The bibliography is divided into two major sections. Section 1 lists references alphabetically by author and offers a one-page index of pertinent references by selected keywords. Section 2 is a list of references divided into broad subject headings. Topics include injuries to children and adults received from bicycles, drowning, falls, fires and burns, impaired driving, motor vehicles, motorcycles, on-the-job, playgrounds, poisoning, sports, and sun-related injuries. The bibliography can be downloaded from the Web site or ordered in CD-ROM.

Contact: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Highway, N.E., Mailstop F-63, Atlanta, GA 30341-3717, Telephone: (800) CDC-INFO Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348 Fax: (770) 488-4760 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov/injury/index.html Available at no charge; also available from the website.

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Keywords: Behavioral sciences, Bibliographies, CD-ROMs, Injuries, Injury prevention, Research, Social sciences, Unintentional injuries

Annotation: The purpose of this guide is to provide community clinics serving diverse populations with processes to develop, refine, and increase assistance for clients experiencing domestic violence during pregnancy and postpartum. The guide (1) identifies strengths and barriers in the current clinic procedures in relation to the population served, (2) provides processes to assess and plan targeted activities that will increase safety and culturally relevant interventions, and (3) provides sample tools and materials that can be adapted for use. The guide is meant to enable clinics to assess their current practices in relation to pregnant and postpartum women experiencing domestic violence, establish a long-term targeted plan to increase culturally relevant practices, and evaluate progress. The guide is divided into the following main sections: (1) assessment and targeted plan, (2) training, (3) protocols and tools consistency, and (4) references. An executive summary is included, as well as six appendices: (1) assessment form and question guide, (2) targeted plan and suggested activities, (3) fact sheets for health professionas, (4) client and community education, (5) sample protocols and tools, and (6) resources. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, Office of Maternal and Child Health, P.O. Box 47835, Olympia, WA 98504-7835, Telephone: (360) 236-3502 Fax: (360) 236-2323 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: Available from the website.

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Keywords: CD-ROMS, Culturally competent services, Domestic violence, Education, Intervention, Postpartum women, Pregnant women, Protocols, Safety, Training

Annotation: This book addresses the principles of remote library services and the techniques of creating and maintaining a library Web site. It is designed to show readers how to create functional and appealing Web pages, develop and incorporate interactive features, and integrate multimedia elements and databases. It is divided into the following chapters: (1) building and maintaining better library Web sites, (2) learning and mastering HTML basics, (3) moving beyond HTML, (4) designing Web graphics, (5) exploring inventive Web formats and multimedia, (6) investigating advanced Web technologies, and (7) planning for the future of building better library Web sites. Five appendices contain resources, a description of Web file formats, a glossary, a Dreamweaver tutorial, and an index. The book includes figures to enhance the text and also contains a CD-ROM.

Contact: Neal-Schuman Publishers, 50 East Huron, Chicago, IL 60611, Telephone: (866) 672-6657 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.neal-schuman.com $59.95, plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 1-55570-466-2.

Keywords: CD-ROMs, Design, Interactive media, Libraries, Reference materials, World Wide Web

Annotation: This book outlines a strategy to reduce underage drinking in the United States. It focuses on the idea that parents must be at the center of an effort to reduce underage drinking. The book is divided into two main parts. Part one discusses the characteristics and consequences underage drinking and topics in understanding why underage youths drink. Part two addresses strategy design; the roles of national media, the alcohol and entertainment industries; access; youth-oriented interventions; and the roles of communities and federal and state governments. Five appendices include a statement of task, workshop agendas and participants, other contributors, and biographical sketches of committee members and staff. Statistical information is presented in figures and tables throughout the book and an index is provided. The enclosed CD-ROM contains 16 background papers discussing various aspects of underage drinking to complement the printed chapters of the book.

Contact: National Academies Press, 500 Fifth Street, N.W., Keck 360, Washington, DC 20001, Telephone: (202) 334-3313 Secondary Telephone: (888) 624-8373 Fax: (202) 334-2451 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nap.edu Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 0-309-08935-2.

Keywords: Adolescent behavior, Adolescents, Alcohol consumption attitudes, Alcohol consumption behavior, Alcohol education, Alcohol intoxication, CD-ROMs, Mass media, Parents, Substance abuse prevention

Annotation: This education kit provides tools for health care providers and their staffs to help establish a patient-friendly environment that will maximize patient understanding, improve patient compliance, and enhance patient care. The kit includes a brochure describing the kit's contents; a comprehensive manual for clinicians; a videotape; a CD-ROM with digital files of the manual, videotape, and presentation handouts; a tabletop display with tear pad to help patients get the most from their visit; and buttons that staff can wear to encourage patients to ask questions. Topics include understanding the scope of the health literacy problem, recognizing health system barriers faced by patients with low literacy, improving methods of verbal and written communication, and incorporating possible strategies to create a shame-free environment. The kit can be used to earn 2.5 continuing medical education category 1 credits.

Contact: American Medical Association, 515 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60610, Telephone: (800) 621-8335 Fax: Web Site: http://www.ama-assn.org Available in libraries. Document Number: ISBN 1-57947-502-7.

Keywords: CD-ROMs, Continuing education, Health education, Health literacy, Health personnel, Low literacy, Manuals, Patient advocacy, Patients, Physician patient relations