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Mar
30
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The CDC is the most reliable and up-to-date source to find information about COVID-19. Here are some tips for staying healthy and preventing the spread of COVID-19. Take steps to protect yourself from the virus: Clean your hands often and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Avoid close contact with people who are sick… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Health Information, Public Health
Mar
10
0 comments Tags: consumer health, consumer health resources, Educational resources, Food literacy, healthy eating, healthy lifestyle, nutrition
Many are already familiar with the USDA’s (U.S. Department of Agriculture) ChooseMyPlate.gov resource which acts a guide in eating healthier. Information is available for all ages, for educators, and for health professionals. Recently a new tool was added. Use the Start Simple with MyPlate mobile app to pick daily food goals, see real-time progress, and… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information
Mar
10
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National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, we invite everyone to focus on the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme is Eat Right, Bite by Bite and the Academy of Nutrition and… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Websites
Mar
10
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MyPlate Kitchen features are designed to encourage key behaviors emphasized in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and include the following: Detailed nutrition analysis provided on recipes to help consumers choose recipes that meet nutrition goals Comprehensive search filters such as program area, equipment, cuisine as well as nutrition-related messages to help users find recipes according… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Websites
Feb
24
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Learn how to conduct a health reference interview using ethical and effective communication strategies in this 4 credit/4 module asynchronous online class. Through interactive, self-paced tutorials, discussion forums, and a synthesis exercise, users will learn: What is a health reference interview How the library can protect patrons’… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Health Information, Health Information Literacy, Webinars
Feb
24
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NNLM’s Spring Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2020, and this year’s topic is Preventative Health & Wellness. Kelsey Cowles, MAR Academic Coordinator & Liz Waltman, SEA Education and Communications Coordinator will host a training webinar on April 2, 2020 from 2-3 PM ET. Sign up for the training webinar to learn… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Health Information
Feb
24
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Are you interested in providing health information to your community? We know how difficult this can be in small and rural libraries with limited budget and personnel. Announcing the NNLM Human Genetics Film Kit. Partnering with the NIH All of Us Research program, we are providing film kits to up to 250 public libraries across… Read More »
Posted in: All of Us, Health Information, Health Information Literacy
Feb
11
0 comments Tags: consumer health resources, substance abuse, substance misuse
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has updated the website, FindTreatment.gov. This newly designed website helps connect those who are looking for substance misuse/abuse treatment. Visitors can enter a ZIP Code to find local state-licensed facilities, treatment options, payment and insurance information, and what to expect on the first call.
Posted in: Health Information, Substance Addiction and Misuse, Websites
Feb
11
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The NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (NPG) informs workers, employers, and occupational health professionals about workplace chemicals and their hazards. The NPG gives general industrial hygiene information for hundreds of chemicals/classes. The NPG clearly presents key data for chemicals or substance groupings (such as cyanides, fluorides, manganese compounds) that are found in workplaces. The guide… Read More »
Posted in: Environmental Health, Health Information, Public Health
Feb
11
0 comments Tags: consumer health, consumer health resources, healthy lifestyle, smoking
Smoking remains the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the U.S. Although the percentage of adults who smoke is at an all-time low in the U.S., 34 million adults still smoke and therefore continue to be at risk of developing smoking-related diseases. This report makes it clear that one of the most important… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information, Public Health, Substance Addiction and Misuse