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Nov
12
0 comments Tags: family health, substance abuse
Earlier this year, a fuzzy green Muppet, named Karli, was introduced. Karli is in foster care because her mother is in recovery. When a family member struggles with addiction, the whole family struggles. Children often think it’s their fault; they feel shame, embarrassment, guilt, and loneliness; they may feel invisible. It takes special effort to… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Substance Addiction and Misuse, Websites
Oct
08
0 comments Tags: consumer health, Educational resources, family health
Did you know CDC Healthy Schools has a website just for kids? Check out the BAM! Body and Mind website, with cool health info including an original web comic series! The BAM! Body and Mind website is for tweens (kids 9–12 years old), their parents, and their teachers. BAM! has information on health topics such as how… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Health Information Literacy, Websites
Jan
10
0 comments Tags: consumer health, family health, flu
The 2018-2019 flu season is upon us! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), peak flu season happens in fall and winter. Sometimes the flu can be confused with having a cold – how to tell the difference? One way is to compare your symptoms and, as always, consult with your healthcare provider. … Read More »
Posted in: General
Oct
09
0 comments Tags: consumer health, family health, informed medical decisions, patient engagement
Health screenings are tests that look for diseases before symptoms may appear. These screenings can diagnose diseases early which may allow for easier and more effective treatment. Which tests are needed may depend on your age, gender, and family history. But some experts say that screenings can sometimes do more harm than good and that… Read More »
Posted in: Health Information Literacy, Public Health
Sep
11
0 comments Tags: cultural competency, culturally and linguistically appropriate services, family health, patient engagement
Through a partnership between the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Supporting & Caring for Transgender Children, was produced. This resource provides information to help parents, friends, and the community better understand and better equipped to help transgender children as they explore their gender… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Minority Health Concerns
Aug
14
0 comments Tags: consumer health, family health, immunizations, vaccines
The National Vaccine Program Office (NVPO) and the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) have collaborated to develop the “Your Best Shot” vaccine video series. These videos highlight the importance of vaccines across the lifespan. Each video focuses on a particular disease such as whooping cough, shingles, and pneumococcal disease. Viewing these videos… Read More »
Posted in: Children and Teens, Public Health, Senior
Jan
26
0 comments Tags: community engagement, family health, minority health
For immigrants coming to this country with little money, living conditions cannot always be called “family friendly”. For many this may consist of an entire family living in one room, not what we would traditionally call a home. For many people in this situation, the local YMCA in San Francisco is helping build a sense… Read More »
Posted in: Articles, Inner City, Low Income
Feb
19
0 comments Tags: consumer health resources, family health, health information
Merck Manual has moved from print books to putting editions online for free. Users need not register or provide personal information. Two versions available, one for consumers and one for professionals. The same information is available, but the consumer site is designed and punctuated with language that is easy to understand for patients and consumers…. Read More »
Posted in: General