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Jun
04
0 comments Tags: healthy lifestyle, mental health, mindfulness
Greater Good in Action provides science-based practices for a meaningful life. The site provides activities or practices for developing personal well-being. Activities are easy to browse by topic, such as “empathy,” “kindness,” and “resilience to stress.” Each activity provides the steps for “how to do it” and the research behind the activity or, “why to… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health, Websites
Jun
04
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides an A to Z list of interventions and strategies for responding to HIV. Each intervention or strategy on the list links to additional information, and icons beside each intervention or strategy name indicate if the intervention is used to diagnose, treat prevent, and/ or respond to… Read More »
Posted in: Chronic Disease, HIV/AIDS
Jun
04
0 comments Tags: community health, health disparities, minority health, social determinants
The American Public Health Association is hosting a four-part webinar series to give an in-depth look at racism as a driving force of the social determinants of health and equity. The series will explore efforts to address systems, policies and practices designed to limit and shape opportunities for people of color. The presenters will highlight… Read More »
Posted in: Minority Health Concerns, Public Health, Webinars
May
07
0 comments Tags: autism, eating disorders, Educational resources, national health observances, social media, suicide
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important opportunity to share information about mental health. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) provides education and awareness resources, including images and messages to share on social media. Topics for these ready-made social media posts include Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Coping with… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Mental Health
May
07
0 comments Tags: Educational resources, health equity, substance abuse, substance use disorders
The Addictionary is a glossary of substance use disorder terminology, created by the Recovery Research Institute. The glossary encourages using person-first language to destigmatize substance use disorders. Common terms that reinforce stigmas are labeled with a “stigma alert” in the glossary, and an alternate term is provided. Additional resources about reducing stigma are provided throughout…. Read More »
Posted in: Substance Addiction and Misuse, Websites
May
07
0 comments Tags: children and teen health, community engagement, community outreach, health programs, healthy lifestyle
Are you interested in virtual storytimes, dance parties, and other wellness activities for ages 0-6? This webinar, hosted by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine Greater Midwest Region, will offer tips & tricks for presenting digitally, partnering with community organizations, and igniting kid’s imagination with wellness-themed programs. Virtual Programs for Preschoolers: How to encourage… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Webinars
Apr
02
0 comments Tags: Technology
Wikipedia’s health topics pages are visited a staggering 7 billion times a year, making it possibly the world’s most popular health information resource. The objective of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine’s (NNLM) #citeNLM campaign is to improve the credibility and content of medical and health-related articles on Wikipedia by adding citations and information… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, National Library of Medicine News
Apr
02
0 comments Tags: cultural competency, culturally and linguistically appropriate services, minority health
EthnoMed provides information about cultural beliefs, medical issues and other topics related to the health care of immigrants to the US, many of whom are refugees. EthnoMed has been a trusted source for many years and the website was recently redesigned and updated. The new site is visually engaging and allows users to easily filter… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Minority Health Concerns, Websites
Apr
02
0 comments Tags: substance misuse, substance use disorders
The coronavirus epidemic and the stay-at-home safety measures create additional challenges that can have an effect on an individual’s ability to maintain sobriety. This webinar, presented by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine and several behavioral health and addiction support professionals, will share strategies, insight and practical ideas for accessing virtual resources, locating the… Read More »
Posted in: Mental Health, Substance Addiction and Misuse
Mar
05
0 comments Tags: healthy eating, healthy lifestyle, nutrition
Remember: When planning meals, include vegetables and aim for color and variety. Potatoes don’t count as vegetables because of their negative impact on blood sugar. This tips is provided by the Healthy Eating Plate. The Healthy Eating Plate, created by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, is a guide for creating healthy, balanced… Read More »
Posted in: Multilingual