We have a selection of products to help you raise awareness of your Addison's or adrenal insufficiency diagnosis, to keep your medical team informed should you have to go into hospital and to help manage in the case of an emergency adrenal crisis. We also stock a growing range of other items that we think you will enjoy from day to day, and which help us raise funds for the vital work our charity carries out.
NEWS (MAY 26): You can now order leaflets to the EU & US/Canada
Shipping to the EU and US/Canada is now available for LEAFLETS ONLY. In response to demand, we are now able to ship a selection of our leaflets outside of the UK. The items available to you to purchase are a limited catalogue for your address/location. Please note that our leaflets have been written for the UK audience, referencing the National Health Service (NHS). Postage costs are calculated based on weight, with 2 parcel sizes available; up to 0.25kg and up to 1.0kg.
Due to the demand of Addison's Disease Day, please allow extra time for delivery of this item.
Adrenal Insufficiency Action Plan
This document displays your key health information (GP details, Medication details, allergies etc) and clear explanations about what you need to do to optimally manage your condition, using a 'traffic light' system.
Ready for you to share with your healthcare team, particularly your GP, or anyone else who needs to understand more.
Green side: explains your daily medication, and its time-critical nature
Amber side: explains your Sick Day Rules (and can act as a reminder for you!) and recommended doses in a 24 hr period
Red side: Signs and symptoms of adrenal crisis, and emergency actions, treatment and monitoring.
This resource aims to get all the key points into one leaflet to make it easier for you to share it with others.
This booklet has been authored by the ADSHG in collaboration with The Pituitary Foundation, and clinically reviewed by Dr Antonia Brooke and Specialist Endocrine Nurse, Lisa Shepherd.
