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Resources for Adrenal Issues

Welcome to Our Adrenal Resources Hub—your toolkit for thriving with adrenal insufficiency. Here you’ll find free downloadable trackers, emergency planners, and materials designed to simplify daily management. From symptom logs to appointment guides, every resource is crafted to help you stay organized, informed, and empowered. Take what you need, and remember: small tools can make a big difference in your health journey.

Checklists

Adrenal Insufficiency Symptom Checklist (For Patients Seeking Diagnosis)  64.46 KB

Trackers

Simple Daily Symptom Tracker  9.53 KB

Adrenal Health Blood Work & Scan Tracker 84.84 KB

Guides

Newly Diagnosed - Start Here  59.95 KB

Newly Diagnosed with Adrenal Insufficiency/Addison’s? Your Step-by-Step Guide 87.6 KB

Living with Addison’s Disease - An owners manual for individuals with the disease.  1.05 MB

Understanding Addison’s Disease and Adrenal Insufficiency in the United States  3.18 MB

Helpful Links

A curated list of essential links for adrenal insufficiency/Addison’s disease patients.

These resources cover emergency preparedness, injection guides, and support networks


Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Cards & Letters for Hospitals


How to Use Emergency Injectibles


Solu-Cortef (Injectable Hydrocortisone)

    Step-by-Step Injection Guide Solu-Cortef

    Video Demonstration Solu-Cortef injection" on YouTube

How to give yourself an Emergency Injection 


Dexamethasone for Emergencies

    How to Use Dexamethasone Injection

Your Emergency Injection Kit 

   

Key Note: Dexamethasone lasts longer than Solu-Cortef (useful for prolonged crises).


Medication Information 

Corticosteroid Comparison Chart

Stress Dosing Guidelines


Support Groups & Foundations

National Adrenal Diseases Foundation (NADF)

   

Website | Support Groups

    Best for: U.S. patients, doctor directories, and educational webinars.

Statewide Adrenal Disease Support Groups USA

Facebook Support Groups 

  Tip: Search "Addison’s + [your country]" for local groups.

   

Website | Crisis Resources

    Best for: Detailed emergency protocols and advocacy.

Recognizing and Managing Adrenal Crisis in the Field with NADF (For EMS)

Treating Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Adrenal Crisis (Medical Staff)

EMS Protocals by State 

Autoimmune Addison’s Disease Research (Rare Diseases Network)


Key Tips

    Practice injections with saline (ask your endocrinologist for a demo).

    Wear a medical ID Bracelet or Necklace. Amazon has a good selection.

    Save emergency contacts in your phone as "ICE – Adrenal Crisis Protocol."

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