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Disease and Treatment Resources from epgonline Disease and Treatment Resources from epgonline http://www.epgonline.org/diseaseknowledge.cfm http://development.epgonline.org/rss/img-epg.jpg Disease and Treatment Resources from epgonline http://www.epgonline.org/diseaseknowledge.cfm DiseaseKnowledgeCentreshttp://feedburner.google.com Cystic Fibrosis Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/jx9dqDYS3fw/cystic-fibrosis.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/cystic-fibrosis/cystic-fibrosis.cfm Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Cystic Fibrosis Knowledge Centre aims to provide Healthcare professionals with information surrounding all aspects Cystic Fibrosis to improve understanding, early identification, and management of the disease. Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is one of the more common, life-shortening, inherited diseases among Caucasians and effects about 70,000 people worldwide.* It is caused by a defect in a gene known as the cystic fibrosis trans-membrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password. *Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - www.cff.org . Accessed June 09.

The Cystic Fibrosis Knowledge Centre aims to provide Healthcare professionals with information surrounding all aspects Cystic Fibrosis to improve understanding, early identification, and management of the disease.

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is one of the more common, life-shortening, inherited diseases among Caucasians and effects about 70,000 people worldwide.* It is caused by a defect in a gene known as the cystic fibrosis trans-membrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

*Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - www.cff.org . Accessed June 09.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/cystic-fibrosis/cystic-fibrosis.cfm Cholesterol Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/XlhPYRzqbM4/cholesterol.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/cholesterol.cfm Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Cholesterol Knowledge Centre comprises information on the subject of cholesterol, associated risk factors and guidelines for healthcare professionals across Europe. According to the ESC Guidelines* "the benefits of cholesterol lowering therapy depends on initial levels of risk: the higher the risk, the greater the benefit." In fact, an elevated level of LDL-C is a well-recognised form of dyslipidaemia that has been strongly associated with an increased risk of developing atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease leading to cardiovascular events. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password. *Graham I et al. Eur Heart J 2007;28:2375Schwartz GG et al. JAMA 2001; 285: 1711-1718.

The Cholesterol Knowledge Centre comprises information on the subject of cholesterol, associated risk factors and guidelines for healthcare professionals across Europe.

According to the ESC Guidelines* "the benefits of cholesterol lowering therapy depends on initial levels of risk: the higher the risk, the greater the benefit." In fact, an elevated level of LDL-C is a well-recognised form of dyslipidaemia that has been strongly associated with an increased risk of developing atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease leading to cardiovascular events.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

*Graham I et al. Eur Heart J 2007;28:2375Schwartz GG et al. JAMA 2001; 285: 1711-1718.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/cholesterol.cfm Contraception Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/ZeuwOmJxKHs/contraception.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/contraception/contraception.cfm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Contraception Knowledge Centre is an online tool for doctors and healthcare professionals in the UK which aims provide help and guidance to assist them in selecting the most appropriate contraceptive method for their patient. With 14 different methods of contraception available in the UK, the patient is not always aware of which contraceptive method may suit them best, and without frank discussion surrounding the influencing factors, neither is their doctor/nurse/pharmacist. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Contraception Knowledge Centre is an online tool for doctors and healthcare professionals in the UK which aims provide help and guidance to assist them in selecting the most appropriate contraceptive method for their patient.

With 14 different methods of contraception available in the UK, the patient is not always aware of which contraceptive method may suit them best, and without frank discussion surrounding the influencing factors, neither is their doctor/nurse/pharmacist.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/contraception/contraception.cfm Hepatitis Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/34RDdAjrv3A/hepatitis.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/hepatitis/hepatitis.cfm Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT Hepatitis can be caused by many different things including viral infections, parasites, bacteria, chemicals, autoimmunity, drugs or alcohol. Of these, viral infection is the most common cause of chronic (long-term) hepatitis, which can lead to severe liver damage including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The Hepatitis Knowledge Centre is an online tool for Healthcare professionals which focuses on the Hepatitis B and C viruses. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

Hepatitis can be caused by many different things including viral infections, parasites, bacteria, chemicals, autoimmunity, drugs or alcohol. Of these, viral infection is the most common cause of chronic (long-term) hepatitis, which can lead to severe liver damage including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The Hepatitis Knowledge Centre is an online tool for Healthcare professionals which focuses on the Hepatitis B and C viruses. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/hepatitis/hepatitis.cfm Thrombosis Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/_C9hRoS2fYg/thrombosis.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/thrombosis/thrombosis.cfm Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Thrombosis Knowledge Centre provides healthcare professionals (HCP's) across Europe with a comprehensive resource of clear, concise and current advice regarding all aspects of thrombosis; including both prevention and treatment options. Content includes information about the epidemiology and risk factors, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of VTE and acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Considerable detail is given to available pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy options to prevent thrombolytic events. This includes a comprehensive list of available management guidelines. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Thrombosis Knowledge Centre provides healthcare professionals (HCP's) across Europe with a comprehensive resource of clear, concise and current advice regarding all aspects of thrombosis; including both prevention and treatment options.

Content includes information about the epidemiology and risk factors, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of VTE and acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Considerable detail is given to available pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy options to prevent thrombolytic events. This includes a comprehensive list of available management guidelines.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/thrombosis/thrombosis.cfm Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/TXTK1dMYonk/chronic-myeloid-leukemia.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/chronic-myeloid-leukemia/chronic-myeloid-leukemia.cfm Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT This Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) knowledge centre is an online tool for doctors and healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre includes sections relating to, phases of the disease, clinical presentations, diagnosis, treatment therapy. Along with the knowledge centre there is also a helpful resources section which provides a list of additional websites that doctors may find useful. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

This Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) knowledge centre is an online tool for doctors and healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre includes sections relating to, phases of the disease, clinical presentations, diagnosis, treatment therapy.

Along with the knowledge centre there is also a helpful resources section which provides a list of additional websites that doctors may find useful.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/chronic-myeloid-leukemia/chronic-myeloid-leukemia.cfm Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST) Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/vCAoVe4Xc1s/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumours.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumours/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumours.cfm Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST) knowledge centre aims to further the knowledge of doctors and healthcare professionals regarding this condition. The knowledge centre contains disease information ranging from epidemiology, etiology, and symptoms to prognosis, treatment and management. The resources section of this knowledge centre contains useful downloads and Peer Review web presentation for the physicians. There is also a patient brochure which can be downloaded and handed to the patient/caregiver/family. If the healthcare professional then wishes to explore the area of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST) further they can view the useful links section which offers a list of other sites related to Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST). To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST) knowledge centre aims to further the knowledge of doctors and healthcare professionals regarding this condition. The knowledge centre contains disease information ranging from epidemiology, etiology, and symptoms to prognosis, treatment and management.

The resources section of this knowledge centre contains useful downloads and Peer Review web presentation for the physicians. There is also a patient brochure which can be downloaded and handed to the patient/caregiver/family. If the healthcare professional then wishes to explore the area of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST) further they can view the useful links section which offers a list of other sites related to Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GIST).

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumours/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumours.cfm Parkinson's Disease Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/LfeL-lv7O88/parkinsons.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/parkinsons-disease/parkinsons.cfm Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Parkinson's Disease Knowledge Centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information, diagnosis guidance, assessment tools and disease management and treatment options. Additionally, healthcare professionals can access a number of valuable practical resources and publications. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Parkinson's Disease Knowledge Centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information, diagnosis guidance, assessment tools and disease management and treatment options.

Additionally, healthcare professionals can access a number of valuable practical resources and publications.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/parkinsons-disease/parkinsons.cfm Insomnia Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/1aajzZEAV50/insomnia.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/insomnia/insomnia.cfm Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Insomnia knowledge centre provides a wealth of information for doctors and other healthcare professionals. It contains useful disease information which includes characterisation, diagnosis and prevalence as well as how to monitor sleep, and its function. The knowledge centre discusses the treatment options available to ensure both quantity and quality of sleep. The Insomnia resource offers healthcare professionals downloadable materials including useful diagnostic questionnaires which assists in expanding the educational resources available to them in this important area. The resource also offers the opportunity to download informative leaflets to hand to their patients. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Insomnia knowledge centre provides a wealth of information for doctors and other healthcare professionals. It contains useful disease information which includes characterisation, diagnosis and prevalence as well as how to monitor sleep, and its function. The knowledge centre discusses the treatment options available to ensure both quantity and quality of sleep.

The Insomnia resource offers healthcare professionals downloadable materials including useful diagnostic questionnaires which assists in expanding the educational resources available to them in this important area. The resource also offers the opportunity to download informative leaflets to hand to their patients.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/insomnia/insomnia.cfm Asthma Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/yulJ-y7E4Ek/asthma.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/asthma/asthma.cfm Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Asthma knowledge centre aims to help European doctors and healthcare professionals stay current, and in turn, make more informed clinical decisions in the area of asthma. The resource aims to help healthcare professionals to arrive at a more confident diagnosis and, therein, effective treatment for their patients suffering from Asthma. The knowledge centre offers an in-depth look at the different areas of asthma. These include the causes, prevalence, management and treatment of the disease. The knowledge centre also contains a helpful web links section to further assist healthcare professionals. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Asthma knowledge centre aims to help European doctors and healthcare professionals stay current, and in turn, make more informed clinical decisions in the area of asthma. The resource aims to help healthcare professionals to arrive at a more confident diagnosis and, therein, effective treatment for their patients suffering from Asthma.

The knowledge centre offers an in-depth look at the different areas of asthma. These include the causes, prevalence, management and treatment of the disease. The knowledge centre also contains a helpful web links section to further assist healthcare professionals.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/asthma/asthma.cfm Lysosomal Storage Disorders Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/phKtgUmnCLE/lysosomal-storage-disorders.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/lysosomal-storage-disorders/lysosomal-storage-disorders.cfm Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Lysosomal Storage Disorders knowledge centre provides a wealth of information for doctors and other healthcare professionals regarding these rare conditions. Lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs) are a group of progressive and often fatal genetic diseases- the knowledge center covers information on Gaucher, Fabry and Pompe disease. Additionally the knowledge center contains useful disease information including diagnosis, alerting symptoms and treatment. A list of additional relevant literature is also available. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Lysosomal Storage Disorders knowledge centre provides a wealth of information for doctors and other healthcare professionals regarding these rare conditions. Lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs) are a group of progressive and often fatal genetic diseases- the knowledge center covers information on Gaucher, Fabry and Pompe disease.

Additionally the knowledge center contains useful disease information including diagnosis, alerting symptoms and treatment. A list of additional relevant literature is also available.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/lysosomal-storage-disorders/lysosomal-storage-disorders.cfm Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/4Wddj3hiHuw/non-small-cell-lung-cancer.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/non-small-cell-lung-cancer/non-small-cell-lung-cancer.cfm Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Non-small cell lung cancer knowledge centre aims to satisfy a growing healthcare professional demand for a greater depth and quality of online research and educational resources. The knowledge centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information including causes, diagnosis and treatment strategies/therapies. The knowledge centre also provides the healthcare professionals with a useful resources section compiled of helpful web-links and downloads. As well as presenting a resource for healthcare professionals, there is also a patient resource section compiling of printable patient/caregiver information leaflets which can then be handed to patients. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password

The Non-small cell lung cancer knowledge centre aims to satisfy a growing healthcare professional demand for a greater depth and quality of online research and educational resources. The knowledge centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information including causes, diagnosis and treatment strategies/therapies. The knowledge centre also provides the healthcare professionals with a useful resources section compiled of helpful web-links and downloads.

As well as presenting a resource for healthcare professionals, there is also a patient resource section compiling of printable patient/caregiver information leaflets which can then be handed to patients.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/non-small-cell-lung-cancer/non-small-cell-lung-cancer.cfm Renal Anaemia Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/fsE5C5qtKhc/renal-anaemia.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/renal-anaemia/renal-anaemia.cfm Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Renal Anaemia Knowledge Centre is a resource for doctors and other healthcare professionals. Content of the Renal Anaemia Knowledge Centre includes illustrated information on the various stages of Chronic Kidney Disease, the causes of renal anaemia, diagnosis guidance and treatment advice. Additionally healthcare professionals can use practical patient downloads and links to other useful sources of information to further their knowledge of the disease and offer support to their patients. Links to publications detailing information on the latest and most exciting publications on renal anaemia and chronic kidney disease can also be accessed. There is even a helpful glossary depicting and explaining phrases used within the knowledge centre. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Renal Anaemia Knowledge Centre is a resource for doctors and other healthcare professionals. Content of the Renal Anaemia Knowledge Centre includes illustrated information on the various stages of Chronic Kidney Disease, the causes of renal anaemia, diagnosis guidance and treatment advice.

Additionally healthcare professionals can use practical patient downloads and links to other useful sources of information to further their knowledge of the disease and offer support to their patients. Links to publications detailing information on the latest and most exciting publications on renal anaemia and chronic kidney disease can also be accessed. There is even a helpful glossary depicting and explaining phrases used within the knowledge centre.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/renal-anaemia/renal-anaemia.cfm Alzheimers Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/5wlRYENi1Jc/alzheimers.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/alzheimers-disease/alzheimers.cfm Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Alzheimer's Disease Knowledge Centre is a resource for doctors and other healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information (epidemiology, aetiology) and treatment options. The resource also provides users with a useful downloads, study synopses, clinical studies information and a video-based 'Q & A' section where Key Opinion Leaders provide discuss key questions relating to the degenerative disease. Additionally, healthcare professionals can access valuable patient tools to assist in providing support to the patient/caregiver/family. These tools consist of a list of advice centres and a number of printable patient/caregiver information leaflets. There is even a training booklet conceived and written to support stimulation of the cognitive capacities of Alzheimer's disease patients. The different exercises contained within the booklet are meant to strengthen cognitive functioning and thus to improve the patients' daily living activities. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Alzheimer's Disease Knowledge Centre is a resource for doctors and other healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre contains a wide range of information comprising of disease information (epidemiology, aetiology) and treatment options. The resource also provides users with a useful downloads, study synopses, clinical studies information and a video-based 'Q & A' section where Key Opinion Leaders provide discuss key questions relating to the degenerative disease.

Additionally, healthcare professionals can access valuable patient tools to assist in providing support to the patient/caregiver/family. These tools consist of a list of advice centres and a number of printable patient/caregiver information leaflets. There is even a training booklet conceived and written to support stimulation of the cognitive capacities of Alzheimer's disease patients. The different exercises contained within the booklet are meant to strengthen cognitive functioning and thus to improve the patients' daily living activities.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/alzheimers-disease/alzheimers.cfm Diabetes Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/Zjlvr1fyZ5M/diabetes.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/diabetes.cfm Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Diabetes Knowledge Centre, contains information for doctors and other healthcare professionals which includes both insulin and oral therapies for the treatment of diabetes. It details both long and short term actions as well as lifestyle management guidelines. The knowledge centre also provides access to the IDF guidelines to Type 2 diabetes which aims to provide optimal guidance on a 'global' level To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Diabetes Knowledge Centre, contains information for doctors and other healthcare professionals which includes both insulin and oral therapies for the treatment of diabetes. It details both long and short term actions as well as lifestyle management guidelines.

The knowledge centre also provides access to the IDF guidelines to Type 2 diabetes which aims to provide optimal guidance on a 'global' level

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/diabetes.cfm Opioids and Pain Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/_pvgzdRnISo/opioids-and-pain.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/opioids-and-pain/opioids-and-pain.cfm Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT This Opioids and Pain Knowledge Centre discusses a number of aspects related to chronic pain. These include; Prevalence of chronic pain, psychological effects of pain, and detailed information about uploads and their use for the treatment of chronic pain due to varying conditions. The resource also addresses the potential dangers and side-effects associated with opioid drug abuse and addiction. The resource also contains a valuable resources section containing everything from guidelines and case studies to downloads and web-links. There is even a multimedia section within this knowledge center where healthcare professionals can watch videos of interviews with key opinion leaders. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

This Opioids and Pain Knowledge Centre discusses a number of aspects related to chronic pain. These include; Prevalence of chronic pain, psychological effects of pain, and detailed information about uploads and their use for the treatment of chronic pain due to varying conditions. The resource also addresses the potential dangers and side-effects associated with opioid drug abuse and addiction.

The resource also contains a valuable resources section containing everything from guidelines and case studies to downloads and web-links. There is even a multimedia section within this knowledge center where healthcare professionals can watch videos of interviews with key opinion leaders.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/opioids-and-pain/opioids-and-pain.cfm Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/YQilntX7Jec/bph.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/bph.cfm Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) knowledge centre provides healthcare professionals with detailed information concerning all aspects of BPH. From understanding the disease to its management and treatment, this resource gives healthcare professionals an extensive yet concise 'package' of useful information. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) knowledge centre provides healthcare professionals with detailed information concerning all aspects of BPH. From understanding the disease to its management and treatment, this resource gives healthcare professionals an extensive yet concise 'package' of useful information.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/bph.cfm Arthritis Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/IrcYCLUpW6I/arthritis.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/arthritis.cfm Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT This knowledge centre is a resource for healthcare professionals to obtain information in the area of Arthritis. The knowledge centre combines the understanding of Arthritis with the management as well as pain assessment and treatment options (pharmacological and non pharmacological) Within this knowledge centre lays a very useful resources section comprising of not only physicians resources but for patients as well. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

This knowledge centre is a resource for healthcare professionals to obtain information in the area of Arthritis. The knowledge centre combines the understanding of Arthritis with the management as well as pain assessment and treatment options (pharmacological and non pharmacological)

Within this knowledge centre lays a very useful resources section comprising of not only physicians resources but for patients as well.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/arthritis.cfm Hypertension Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/B4-VTBuNwE8/hypertension.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/hypertension.cfm Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT The Hypertension Knowledge Centre consists of disease and diagnosis information, as well as clinical evaluation tools. There is also a comprehensive treatment section which discussed both lifestyle changes and pharmacological therapy options. There is a practical resources section covering subjects such as reviews, guidelines and slide kits as well as useful weblinks to further the healthcare professional's knowledge. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Hypertension Knowledge Centre consists of disease and diagnosis information, as well as clinical evaluation tools. There is also a comprehensive treatment section which discussed both lifestyle changes and pharmacological therapy options. There is a practical resources section covering subjects such as reviews, guidelines and slide kits as well as useful weblinks to further the healthcare professional's knowledge.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/hypertension.cfm Meningitis Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/A1sdfXBAbqE/meningitis.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/meningitis.cfm Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Meningitis Knowledge Centre contains information on the types and causes of meningitis, incidence and risk factor as well clinical features and treatment. Healthcare professionals will also find a comprehensive list of organisations and associations, as well as a glossary and FAQ section. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Meningitis Knowledge Centre contains information on the types and causes of meningitis, incidence and risk factor as well clinical features and treatment.

Healthcare professionals will also find a comprehensive list of organisations and associations, as well as a glossary and FAQ section.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/meningitis.cfm Migraine Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/yG3Tvvb6YOw/migraine.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/migraine.cfm Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Migraine Knowledge Centre provides healthcare professionals with a wealth of information surrounding the understanding, diagnosis, management and treatment of migraines. It aims to help healthcare professionals to arrive at a more confident diagnosis and, therein, effective treatment for their patients suffering from Migraines. Additionally, healthcare professionals can access valuable patient tools to assist in providing support to the patient/caregiver/family. These tools consist of questionnaires, patient diaries and a number of printable patient/caregiver useful links. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Migraine Knowledge Centre provides healthcare professionals with a wealth of information surrounding the understanding, diagnosis, management and treatment of migraines. It aims to help healthcare professionals to arrive at a more confident diagnosis and, therein, effective treatment for their patients suffering from Migraines.

Additionally, healthcare professionals can access valuable patient tools to assist in providing support to the patient/caregiver/family. These tools consist of questionnaires, patient diaries and a number of printable patient/caregiver useful links.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/migraine.cfm Human Papillomavirus (HPV) & Cervical Cancer Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/66dCHiS8MBA/cervical-cancer.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/cervical-cancer.cfm Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT This Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Cervical Cancer Knowledge Centre is an online resource for doctors and healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre includes detailed information pertaining to both the HPV virus and the illnesses it can cause. This resource focuses on cervical cancer and discusses the cervix, epidemiology of cervical cancer and its prevention. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

This Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Cervical Cancer Knowledge Centre is an online resource for doctors and healthcare professionals. The knowledge centre includes detailed information pertaining to both the HPV virus and the illnesses it can cause. This resource focuses on cervical cancer and discusses the cervix, epidemiology of cervical cancer and its prevention.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

]]> http://www.epgonline.org/cervical-cancer.cfm Ophthalmics Knowledge Centre http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DiseaseKnowledgeCentres/~3/OIT800wR8KU/ophthalmics.cfm http://www.epgonline.org/ophthalmics.cfm Tue, 09 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT The Ophthalmic Knowledge Centre contains information related to a number of ocular conditions. These include: age-related macular degeneration, choroidal neovascularization (CNV), ocular histoplasmosis syndrome (OHS), chronic eye discomfort, and allergic irritation. The resource also provides clinical reports, and downloads for both physicians and patients. To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

The Ophthalmic Knowledge Centre contains information related to a number of ocular conditions. These include: age-related macular degeneration, choroidal neovascularization (CNV), ocular histoplasmosis syndrome (OHS), chronic eye discomfort, and allergic irritation.

The resource also provides clinical reports, and downloads for both physicians and patients.

To access the resource, healthcare professionals will be required to register (for free), or login with their EPG username and password.

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