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Apr
13
0 comments Tags: COVID19, disaster information, online health information
This is a webinar presentation on librarian visioning, leadership, management, and trial by fire. It provides a unique perspective on launching and leading an international network of librarian volunteers in a new role: emergency responders in the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will learn about the process of establishing an international network of volunteers from idea generation to… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Public Health, Public Library, Webinars, Websites
Apr
13
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health literacy, podcast, telehealth, telemedicine
A new era of delivering healthcare at a distance was brought on by necessity during COVID-19. Telemedicine offers benefits and drawbacks for patients, practitioners, and populations. Lessons have been learned about effective communication. These include ways to establish a mutual agenda, encourage conversational turn-taking, discuss potentially awkward topics, and confirm understanding at the conclusion of… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Public Health, Public Library, Websites
Apr
13
0 comments Tags: consumer health, health equity, health literacy, mental health, mental health resources, older adults, symposium
Registration is open for the May 6 symposium on older adult mental health. The National Council on Aging, U.S. Administration for Community Living, and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration sponsor the day-long symposium. Issues around mental health are especially relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic and particularly for older adults who may already face… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Mental Health, Public Health, Senior, Webinars