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May
12
0 comments Tags: community health, Dietary Guidelines, healthy eating, nutrition, reports
This report, prepared by Healthy Eating Research, a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, presents recommendations for evidence-based nutrition guidelines tailored to the unique needs and capacity of the charitable food system. The intent of these recommendations is to improve the quality of foods in food banks and pantries in order to increase… Read More »
Posted in: Articles, Health Information
May
12
0 comments Tags: community health, rural health, social determinants, toolkit
The Social Determinants of Health in Rural Communities Toolkit compiles evidence-based and promising models and resources to support organizations implementing programs to address social determinants of health in rural communities across the United States. This toolkit will supplement and expand on previous work in this area including the Rural Health Information Hub Social Determinants of… Read More »
Posted in: Rural
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
27
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The New England Science Bootcamp for Librarians will host a FREE virtual conference on June 11, 2020, from 9a – 4p (US Eastern Time). Topics may include: Vaccine research & manufacture Virology Making Health Devices in non-industrial settings IRB and human subjects research in the shifting landscape The schedule of topics will be finalized and… Read More »
Posted in: General
Apr
27
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Ventilators are being used to treat patients with COVID-19, but what exactly do ventilators do? A ventilator is a machine that breathes for you or helps you breathe. It is also called a breathing machine or respirator. The ventilator: Is attached to a computer with knobs and buttons that are controlled by a respiratory therapist,… Read More »
Posted in: General
Apr
27
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Clinical trials are research studies that test how well new medical approaches work in people. Each study answers scientific questions and tries to find better ways to prevent, screen for, diagnose, or treat a disease. Clinical trials may also compare a new treatment to a treatment that is already available. Every clinical trial has a… Read More »
Posted in: General
Apr
16
0 comments Tags: coronavirus, COVID19, recursos en español
In light of the rapidly mounting and evolving breadth of information related to COVID19, there is a need for reliable sources perhaps now more than ever. Seeing the various questions posed by the LatinX community, Nora Franco, NNLM PSR Consumer Health Librarian, responded by creating a resource guide with CDC Resources for Spanish speaking communities… Read More »
Posted in: General
Apr
16
0 comments Tags: #citeNLM, Wikipedia
NNLM’s Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon is just 15 days away! Due to the COVID19 pandemic, this year’s event is completely virtual, but your librarians from one of our 8 regions is available to answer any questions! The recording of our training session is live now, and you can… Read More »
Posted in: General, Health Information