The Gout Education Society is pleased to offer a wide range of resources to help patients better understand and manage their gout. Materials can be downloaded free-of-charge, and printed copies of many materials are also available in English and Spanish.
To order printed copies (shipped free to those within the United States), click here, or contact info@gouteducation.org.
Patient Brochures
This brochure provides the latest information about gout and the importance of uric acid testing. Learn more about working with your physician to get your uric acid checked and to keep your gout under control.
This brochure provides the latest information about gout, including lifestyle, diet and treatment options. To order printed copies for your practice, click here.
Patient Tracker
Managing gout is a team effort between you and your healthcare providers. This checklist helps you
stay “crystal clear” about managing your gout by monitoring key health benchmarks and tracking
flares to get the most out of your doctor visits. Printed copies are available by clicking here.
Posters
This infographic poster provides six quick facts about gout and hyperuricemia, and offers a few easy-to-remember suggestions for controlling your gout. Printed copies are available by clicking here.
Display this poster in your office to educate patients about the importance of knowing their sUA number and keeping it below 6.0 mg/dL.
Hang this poster in your practice to provide patients with quick facts and information about gout. The poster is available in both English and Spanish. To order printed copies, click here.
Comorbidities Brochure Series
This educational brochure series provides information about the link between gout and other serious health issues. Learn more about:
Gout Fact Sheets
Do you have questions about gout? Click on the fact sheets below for more information. Printed copies are available for all gout fact sheets. Click here to order.
- Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Gout (English or Spanish)
- Who Gets Gout and Why? (English or Spanish)
- Living Healthy with Gout (English or Spanish)
- Talking with your Doctor about Gout (English or Spanish)
- Medical Advice for Patients with Gout (English or Spanish)
- Gout Medications: DO’s and DON’Ts (English or Spanish)
- The Gout Diet: Myth vs. Fact ( English )
Additional Online Resources
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- American College of Rheumatology
- Alliance for Gout Awareness
- Arthritis Foundation
- Arthritis Research Center Foundation
- ChooseMyPlate
- CreakyJoints
- The Gout Show
- Healthfinder
- HealthWell Foundation: Gout Fund Medicare Access
- MedlinePlus
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
- National Institutes of Health
- National Institutes of Health – Information for Seniors
- National Library of Medicine
- Nutrition.gov Dietary Guidelines
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
Gout Cartoons
Check out this months featured gout cartoons, inked by artist Shaun Boland.
Gout Education Library
Download and order free gout resources.
Resource Survey
Find specific resources based on your unique circumstance.